CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Mazda MAZDA3 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 130 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 2 fires, 9 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (26 reports).
2015 Mazda MAZDA3 recalls
Rearview camera may flicker or distort, reducing rear view
The rearview camera image may flicker or appear distorted on the display screen.
Parked Car May Roll Away If Parking Brake Fails
Water can enter the brake caliper and corrode the parking brake actuator shaft, which may cause the shaft to bind.
Fuel tank weld may fail and leak fuel, raising fire risk
A welded attachment on the fuel tank's Inlet Check Valve may have been damaged during manufacturing.
Fuel Leak and Engine Stall Risk: Fire and Crash Hazard
Certain vehicles built between May 21, 2015 and August 25, 2015 have a fuel tank shut-off valve that can allow fuel to enter the fuel tank emissions system.
Most common 2015 Mazda MAZDA3 problems
Problem areas named in the 130 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 26 |
| Service Brakes | 26 |
| Electrical System | 24 |
| Back Over Prevention | 13 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 |
| Seats | 6 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Engine | 6 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2015 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, or while attempting to reverse, the rear camera flashed on and off for approximately five minutes and then started working as intended. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was repaired under the NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION) by the owner of the vehicle; however, the fix failed to repair the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had occurred after the recall repair was performed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,000.
While parked on a slight downhill grade, gasoline started leaking and created a significant puddle on the ground. No warning lamps, messages or other symptoms. An independent service center ran numerous tests over two days, including a smoke test. Diagnosis: There is a hole in top section of fuel tank and the fuel tank needs replaced. Recommendation was to not drive vehicle with fuel tank over half full. Due to the potential of leaking fuel in the presence of a hot ignition source increasing the risk of fire, driving the vehicle long distance with defective fuel tank appears to represent an unreasonable safety risk. Unfortunately, the vehicle is currently 300 miles from home. Mazdaâ
Fuel leaking out of top of tank. Took car to two different shops. They both told me about a recall on the gas tank. They did every test possible and replaced O ring. Even did smoke evap system test. Tank still leaks from the top when full. They said the tank needs replaced. There is a recall for the year make and model but not my VIN?
Description On 12-15-2025, in 18°F weather, the vehicle was parked on a residential sloped driveway with the manual parking brake fully engaged. While the driver was outside the vehicle, the parking brake system failed to hold the carâs weight. The vehicle rolled backward, crashed through a wooden railing, teetering on a 4-foot retaining wall, and came to rest over a culvert. Two young children were inside the vehicle at the time of the failure. Component Failure & Availability: The manual parking brake system failed to provide sufficient holding force to secure the vehicle. The rear brake calipers are currently available for inspection. Safety Risk: The safety of the two children insid
Catalytic converter keeps giving me check engine
2015 Mazda MAZDA3 questions
Does the 2015 Mazda MAZDA3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2015 Mazda MAZDA3: Rearview camera may flicker or distort, reducing rear view; Parked Car May Roll Away If Parking Brake Fails; Fuel tank weld may fail and leak fuel, raising fire risk; Fuel Leak and Engine Stall Risk: Fire and Crash Hazard. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mazda MAZDA3?
Based on 130 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (26), Service Brakes (26), Electrical System (24).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Mazda MAZDA3 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.