2012 Mazda MAZDA2
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2012: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
3 of 9 total reports mention: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
After 3,000 - 5,000 miles of driving each time, a vibration begins and quickly leads to violent vibration in steering when braking from any significant speed (30 + MPH). Especially violent when braking from highway speeds to an exit ramp.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-08-01
Also filed under Vehicle speed control and suspension
Service brakes
3 of 9 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Steering
2 of 9 total reports mention: steering.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 9 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Suspension
1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2012 Mazda MAZDA2 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2012 Mazda MAZDA2 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2012 Mazda MAZDA2?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 Mazda MAZDA2 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.