Mazda MAZDA3 recalls

On affected vehicles the images from the rear view / 360� cameras may not display.

Fix: Re-program the View Monitor Control (VMC) module with improved software.

1,135 vehicles · built 6 Apr 2023 to 23 Aug 2023

The impeller in the low-pressure fuel pump may become deformed causing fuel pump failure.

Fix: Replace the low-pressure fuel pump with an improved part.

26,974 vehicles · built 23 Apr 2018 to 26 Jan 2019

The plastic logo on the steering wheel centre may shatter and project fragments into the vehicle interior during an air bag deployment.

Fix: The airbag module cover is to be replaced with an improved part.

36,741 vehicles · built 19 May 2020 to 24 Nov 2020

Vehicles may unexpectedly stop due to inadvertent activation of the automated Smart Brake Support (SBS) system

Fix: The vehicle control module is reprogrammed with modified software.

7,604 vehicles · built 6 Nov 2018 to 19 Oct 2019

The engine may stall or fail to restart in some driving situations

Fix: PCM is reprogrammed with modified software

3,047 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2018 to 5 Sep 2019

Software controlling the engine air / fuel ratio contains an error.

Fix: Reprogram the PCM with modified software.

453 vehicles · built 14 Jun 2019 to 1 Oct 2019

The interior rear view mirror glass could suddenly detach from the mirror assembly.

Fix: Replace interior mirror with alternative part.

125 vehicles · built 4 Dec 2018 to 20 Mar 2019

The software controlling the hydraulic valve clearance adjuster may operate incorrectly.

Fix: Reprogram the system with improved hydraulic valve adjustment control software.

2,252 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2018 to 13 May 2019

The airbag and seat belt minder indicator unit may display incorrect information

Fix: Replace the indicator unit assembly with one incorporating improved software

568 vehicles · built 6 Nov 2018 to 7 Mar 2019

A manufacturing defect may cause the wheel nuts to loosen

Fix: Re-tighten the wheel nuts to the correct torque

1,379 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2018 to 13 May 2019

Soot may accumulate around the intake shutter valve on the inlet side of the engine.

Fix: Check clean or replace the intake shutter valve and update software.

70,435 vehicles · built 26 Jan 2012 to 30 Jun 2018

The front windscreen wipers may become inoperable due to a defect in the relay.

Fix: Replacement of the front body control module with an improved wiper relay design.

• MAZDA3: 19,467 vehicles · built 26 May 2016 to 11 Jul 2017
• MAZDA3: 19,467 vehicles · built 20 Jul 2015 to 11 Jul 2017

The vacuum pump may wear prematurely meaning that in some applications where the brake pedal is pressed quickly whilst at low engine speed � the servo assistance provided by the vacuum system in decreased. This could cause a momentary decrease in braking performance. Braking assistance available to the driver can be reduced

Fix: Vehicles affected will be fitted with a modified Vacuum pump.

11,498 vehicles · built 26 Jan 2012 to 21 Jan 2016

The Software controlling the fuel injectors does not control the electric current correctly. This may cause the injector control circuit to short circuit and cause the engine to stall. Results in possible Engine Stall without Warning

Fix: Vehicles affected will have the injector control software re-programmed

48,875 vehicles · built 26 Jan 2012 to 21 Jan 2016

The tightening force of the injector mounting nuts may be insufficient. This could cause combustion gas to leak from the injector and contaminate the engine oil within the cylinder head. This in turn could cause the engine oil strainer to become blocked. This could cause the engine to stall. Engine Pressure Oil Light appears along with the engine malfunction indicator. Possible Engine Stall without Warning

Fix: Vehicles affected will have the engine checked for contamination and repaired / replaced if necessary. The Fuel injectors will also be re-tightened to the appropriate torque.

11,021 vehicles · built 26 Jan 2012 to 21 Jan 2016

On the subject vehicles the engine protection logic does not work properly. When the engine speed reaches maximum with no engine load present � the software is unable to cut the engine. This could in extreme cases cause catastrophic engine failure. Immediate and catastrophic engine damage may result.

Fix: Re-program the engine protection software within the PCM.

4,858 vehicles · built 30 Apr 2015 to 4 Nov 2017

Water may penetrate the tailgate strut cylinder. This may cause corrosion which may affect the strut's attachment.

Fix: Replace both tailgate struts on affected vehicles

121,812 vehicles · built 17 Feb 2008 to 10 Aug 2013