CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Mazda MAZDA3 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 104 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (22 reports).
2016 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.
Windshield Wipers May Stop Working, Reducing Visibility
A defective windshield wiper relay can cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's view of the road.
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 may leak, creating a fire risk
Some 2016 Mazda3 vehicles built between September 24 and October 16, 2015 may have fuel tanks that deformed during manufacturing.
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 2016 Mazda MAZDA3 problems
Problem areas named in the 104 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 22 |
| Unknown Or Other | 21 |
| Service Brakes | 14 |
| Back Over Prevention | 13 |
| Power Train | 9 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 |
| Engine | 7 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 |
| Parking Brake | 6 |
What owners report
After speaking with Mazda customer support, the sales department at Germain Mazda of Columbus, and the service department of Mazda Columbus, I have come to learn that in response to recall 1217F | XXX17V-393, the dealership that performed the recall only performed an inspection with no repair or replacement made to the vehicle. The recall notice does not indicate that this is an option. Please see excerpt below: "Your Mazda dealer will check the parking brake actuator shafts inside the left and right rear brake calipers. If the actuator shaft is found to be rusted, the brake caliper assembly will be replaced with a modified one. If no rust is found on the actuator shaft, the protective boot
The contact owns a 2016 Mazda Mazda3.The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the contact stated that the vehicle's steering wheel would fail to operate as needed. The contact stated that an abnormal, clunking noise would emit from the steering wheel while turning at various speeds. The contact also stated that the steering wheel felt loose while driving at high speeds, fearing that he would lose control of the vehicle if he did not firmly grip the steering wheel. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer where they acknowledged that the heard the noise coming from the vehicle; however, they could not duplicate or diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the
The contact owns a 2016 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while driving and while starting the vehicle, the instrument cluster was inoperable. The contact also stated that the instrument cluster screen was peeling, and critical information for the vehicle was not displayed. Additionally, the infotainment system became intermittently inoperable due to the failure. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact expressed concerns that the inoperable instrument cluster created a hazardous and unsafe condition due to the complete loss of instrument panel functionality. The approximate failure milea
The âspideringâ on the infotainment screen is spidering making it hard to see when in reverse.
I am writing to formally report a serious safety issue with my 2016 Mazda 3 manual transmission, which experienced a sudden and complete clutch failure at less 60,000 miles â without any warning lights or diagnostic alerts. I am deeply concerned that: â¢There was no dashboard warning, even as the clutch system failed â¢The gear indicator was inaccurate in prior days, which may have been an early sign of failure â¢There was no protection mechanism to prevent complete drivetrain failure during normal use.
2016 Mazda MAZDA3 questions
Does the 2016 Mazda MAZDA3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2016 Mazda MAZDA3: Rearview camera may flicker or distort, reducing rear view; Windshield Wipers May Stop Working, Reducing Visibility; Parked Car May Roll Away If Parking Brake Fails; Fuel tank may leak, creating a fire risk; Fuel tank weld may fail and leak fuel, raising fire risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mazda MAZDA3?
Based on 104 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (22), Unknown Or Other (21), Service Brakes (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.