CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (23 reports).
2008 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 recalls
Most common 2008 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 problems
Problem areas named in the 33 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 23 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY ROAD DOING 35-40MPH IN 4TH GEAR. I LET OFF THE GAS WHILE IN 4TH AND COASTED TO ABOUT 20MPH THEN SHIFTED TO N AND STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I TRIED TO SHIFT TO 1ST AN THE SHIFTER WENT HALF WAY IN BETWEEN R AND 1ST, SO I SHIFTED BACK TO N AND TRIED 1ST AGAIN. THEN THE WHOLE SHIFTER BROKE OFF AND WAS JUST LAYING THERE. NOW MY CAR IS STUCK IN 3RD GEAR.
I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY IN MOTION WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY SHIFTER BROKE OFF AND I WASN'T ABLE TO MOVE. I HAD TO CALL I TOW
I BEGAN TO ACCELERATE MY MAZDASPEED 3 SHIFTING FROM 1ST GEAR TO SECOND GEAR. I SHIFTED INTO THIRD WHERE MY SHIFT BROKE AND REMAINED IN MY HAND. MY CAR STALLED OUT IN 3RD BECAUSE I COULD NOT SHIFT OUT. I TOOK OFF THE PLASTICS COVERING THE SHIFTER AND PULLED THE PLATE BACK INTO NEAUTRAL SO I COULD PUSH MY CAR TO THE LOCAL GAS STATION. MY SHIFTER ROD SNAPPED AND THE SPRING CAME OUT.
MANUAL SHIFT LEVER CAME DETACHED WHILE DRIVING IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. CAR STUCK IN 4TH GEAR. I WAS UP SHIFTING WHEN IT HAPPENED.
WHILE SHIFTING FROM 2ND TO 3RD GEAR AT LOW SPEED, THE SHIFTER FOR MY MANUAL TRANSMISSION BROKE OFF IN MY HAND. AFTER COASTING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND REMOVING THE CONSOLE, I DISCOVERED IT SNAPPED IN HALF AT THE LOCATION OF THE RETENTION PIN.
2008 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 questions
Does the 2008 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2008 Mazda MAZDASPEED3: Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mazda MAZDASPEED3?
Based on 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (23), Engine And Engine Cooling (5), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 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.