2023 Mazda Mazda3: recalls and problems

Power Train2026-03-13

Transmission failure when driving. car was towed to dealership and diagnosed. transmission and torque converter replacement required under factory warranty. very long lead time for dealer to acquire replacement parts, about 4 months.

Steering,Electrical System,Service BrakesCrash2026-01-22

On 14th, 2026, while traveling at approximately 60 mph on the northbound 55 freeway near the katella exit, my vehicle suddenly began to shake violently without any prior warning. in response, i attempted to slow down by applying the brakes; however, the speedometer rapidly increased even as i maintained firm pressure on the brake pedal. immediately afterward, the vehicle pulled sharply to the left, causing a complete

Forward Collision Avoidance2025-01-23

The active braking support feature of this vehicle falsely warns me of an imminent collision. it happens pretty often, the system is obviously not quite smart enough. last week, while accelerating away from a stop light in moderately heavy traffic, the active braking system applied the brakes in a panic manner, causing the vehicle to almost come to a complete stop, and i missed being rear-ended by the car behind me b

Unknown Or Other,Engine2024-11-30

My 2023 mazda 3 started to have a more terrible and annoying rattle after 3000 miles. the engine will resonate and knock when it reaches a certain speed. the slow speed light throttle acceleration rattles. the most annoying thing is the multiple rattles inside, dash, door panels, and roof. it is like a can in the summer. what’s more terrible is that in the winter, its internal door panels, windows, and dash make a kn