Mazda Mazda3: recalls & VIN check
The Mazda3 stands out among compacts for its driving feel and interior quality, and it has earned a loyal following in the used market.
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The data below is for a representative 2019model year. Enter the VIN of the exact car you’re looking at for its own decoded specs and recall history — free.
2019 Mazda3 recalls (6)
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
19V907000Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mazda3 vehicles. The Smart Brake System (SBS) can falsely detect an obstacle while driving, activating the automatic emergency braking system and suddenly stopping the vehicle.
ENGINE
19V497000Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
19V514000Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. The seat cover material on both front seats may interfere with the head restraint lock release button, causing it to stick in the release position and not allow the head restraint to lock into place.
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
19V558000Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles equipped with manual dimming mirrors. The adhesive between the interior rearview mirror and the housing may not be properly bonded, allowing the mirror to detach from the housing. Note: Vehicles equipped with auto dimming mirrors are not affected by this recall.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
19V363000Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. Due to incorrect programing, the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may erroneously turn off although the passenger air bag is deactivated. In addition, the seat belt status indicators for both the front passenger seat and/or rear seats may erroneously turn off although the front passenger and/or rear seat belts are unfastened.
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
19V425000Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. The lug nuts on all four wheels may loosen, potentially resulting in a wheel detaching from the vehicle.
Owner complaints (73)
Owners filed 73 complaints with NHTSA for the 2019 Mazda Mazda3. These are unverified owner reports, but recurring themes are worth asking a seller about.
What Ontario buyers should watch on a used Mazda3
Rust protection matters on any Ontario car; check the usual spots on a Mazda3 given our road-salt winters. Confirm service history and, on a spirited test drive, listen for any driveline noise.
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Recall, rating and complaint data is sourced from NHTSA public databases for a representative 2019 model year and may differ for other years and trims. Ontario VIN Checkis independent and not affiliated with the manufacturer, ServiceOntario or the Government of Ontario. Always verify open recalls and a vehicle’s specific history before purchase.