NHTSA vehicle safety data
2017 Mazda Mazda3
The 2017 Mazda Mazda3 has 2 NHTSA recalls and 82 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Mazda dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2017 Mazda Mazda3, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
NHTSA #23V487000Reported July 14, 2023 · Mazda North American Operations
Defect description
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
Safety consequence
A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Free manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
NHTSA #19V272000Reported April 4, 2019 · Mazda North American Operations
Defect description
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. A defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.
Safety consequence
Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.