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Mazda Mazdaspeed3 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 121 owner complaints for the Mazda Mazdaspeed3, covering model years 2007 to 2013. The 2007 model year drew the most complaints (38), and Power Train is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 5 recall campaigns on file
  • 121 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 7 model years with data (2007–2013)
  • most complaints: 2007 (38 for that model year)
  • top component: Power Train (46 complaints)
  • latest recall 17V082000 (reported Feb 9, 2017)
  • 4 complaints reporting a crash (3.3%)
  • 2 complaints reporting a fire (1.7%)
  • 4 complaints reporting an injury (3.3%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Mazda Mazdaspeed3 complaints by model year

7 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2007 model year has the most complaints: 38 of 121, or 31.4%. Next come 2008 (33) and 2010 (32). The fewest are for 2013, with 3 complaints.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Mazda Mazdaspeed3 owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2007–2013Column chart of 121 complaints across 7 model years. The highest is 2007 with 38. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2007: 38 complaints3820072008: 33 complaints3320082009: 4 complaints420092010: 32 complaints3220102011: 5 complaints520112012: 6 complaints620122013: 3 complaints32013
Mazda Mazdaspeed3 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Mazda Mazdaspeed3 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
2007381000
2008331220
200940000
2010320010
201150000
201261000
201331010
All model years1214240

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Mazda Mazdaspeed3 components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Power Train is the component named most often, in 46 complaints (38.0% of all 121), followed by Seats (22) and Engine and Engine Cooling (17).

Components named most often in Mazda Mazdaspeed3 complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Mazda Mazdaspeed3 complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Power Train4638.0%
Seats2218.2%
Engine and Engine Cooling1714.0%
Structure129.9%
Engine75.8%
Suspension75.8%
Tires75.8%
Unknown or Other75.8%
Exterior Lighting54.1%
Wheels54.1%
Electrical System43.3%
Air Bags32.5%
Vehicle Speed Control32.5%
Visibility/Wiper32.5%
Steering21.7%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Mazda Mazdaspeed3 recalls

5 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Mazdaspeed3, newest first. The 5 campaigns cover model years 2007 to 2013. The 2007, 2010 and 2011 model years appear in the most campaigns (2 each).

  • 5 recall campaigns
Mazda Mazdaspeed3 recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
2007: 2 campaigns2008: 1 campaign2009: 1 campaign
2010: 2 campaigns2011: 2 campaigns2012: 1 campaign2013: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 17V082000

    Reported

    Seats

    Model years 2010–2011

    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2011 Mazda2 and 2010-2011 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles equipped with a manual seat lifter. In the affected vehicles, the seat height adjustment lifter links may break or detach from the seat frame and the seat angle may incline causing the driver to not be able to maintain an appropriate driving position.

    Consequence:
    If the driver cannot maintain an appropriate driving position, there is an increased risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat lifter links and install a reinforcement bracket to the lifter links, or replace the entire seat adjuster unit, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0917B.

    Filed by Mazda Motor Corp.

  2. NHTSA campaign 16V644000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate

    Model years 2010–2013

    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured November 18, 2008, to June 8, 2013, 2012-2015 Mazda5 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2010, to June 22, 2015, 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 26, 2015, and 2013-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured December 15, 2011, to December 26, 2015. On the affected vehicles, the lift gate support struts may corrode, possibly causing the struts to break and/or the lift gate to drop unexpectedly.

    Consequence:
    If the lift gate falls unexpectedly, it may hit the user, increasing their risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Mazda dealers will replace the both lift gate supports, free of charge, however parts are not currently available. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9916H.

    Filed by Mazda Motor Corp.

  3. NHTSA campaign 11V329000

    Reported

    Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor

    Model years 2008–2009

    Mazda is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 MAZDA3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured from January 7, 2008, through November 28, 2008. The ground terminal of the windshield wiper motor may have been inadvertently bent during assembly. If this condition exists then over time the electrical resistance of the motor circuit may increase up to a point that the windshield wipers would not work.

    Consequence:
    The loss of wiper function in adverse weather could potentially increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will install an additional ground harness on the wiper motor free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before July 15, 2011. Owners may contact Mazda customer assistance center at 1-800-222-5500.

    Filed by Mazda Motor Corp.

  4. NHTSA campaign 07V295000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling

    Model year 2007

    On certain passenger vehicles, the No. 4 left side engine mount bolt may loosen if a sudden rapid acceleration is repeatedly performed.

    Consequence:
    If the vehicle is continuously driven under such condition, the No. 4 engine mount bolt may loosen and pull out or break, allowing the transmission to be out of position. In extreme cases, the drive shaft may become detached. If this occurs the vehicle will lose power and will come to a stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the No. 4 engine mount bolt with a modified one, and, if necessary, replace the No. 4 engine mount rubber and bracket with new ones free of charge. The recallbegan on July 13, 2007. Owners may contact Mazda at 800-222-5500.

    Filed by Mazda Motor Corp.

  5. NHTSA campaign 07V052000

    Reported

    Equipment

    Model year 2007

    On certain passenger vehicles equipped with optional accessory all weather floor mats, there is insufficient clearance between the floor mat and accelerator pedal.

    Consequence:
    In this situation it is possible that the accelerator pedal might get stuck behind the floor mat, which may prevent the vehicle from properly decelerating when the accelerator is released increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Owners will be instructed to return the floor mats to dealers and will be shipped a new floor mat free of charge. The recall began on March 7, 2007. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

    Filed by Mazda Motor Corp.

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Mazda Mazdaspeed3 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Mazda Mazdaspeed3 have?

NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recall campaigns for the Mazda Mazdaspeed3, covering model years 2007 to 2013. The most recent, 17V082000, was reported on February 9, 2017 and is filed under “Seats”. The 2007, 2010 and 2011 model years are covered by the most campaigns (2 each).

Which Mazda Mazdaspeed3 model year has the most complaints?

The 2007 model year, with 38 of the 121 complaints in NHTSA’s file (31.4%). The next are 2008 (33) and 2010 (32). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Mazda Mazdaspeed3 complaint?

Power Train is the component named most often: 46 complaints, or 38.0% of all 121. Seats (22) and Engine and Engine Cooling (17) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Mazda Mazdaspeed3?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Mazda dealer.

How many Mazda Mazdaspeed3 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 121 complaints, 4 report a crash, 2 a fire, 4 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

Other Mazda models

8 models · most complaints first

The Mazda models with the most NHTSA complaints, and the Mazda VIN decoder with every Mazda model page, WMI code and VIN note.

  • Mazda 3 2004–2026 · 29 recalls · 2,983 complaints
  • Mazda 626 1995–2003 · 7 recalls · 2,458 complaints
  • Mazda CX-5 2012–2026 · 8 recalls · 2,443 complaints
  • Mazda 6 2002–2021 · 28 recalls · 2,234 complaints
  • Mazda Tribute 2000–2011 · 20 recalls · 2,102 complaints
  • Mazda CX-9 2007–2023 · 13 recalls · 1,487 complaints
  • Mazda CX-7 2007–2013 · 6 recalls · 1,131 complaints
  • Mazda Protege 1995–2003 · 6 recalls · 805 complaints

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.