2023 Mazda MAZDA3
Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2023: 12 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 145 |
| 2005 | 97 |
| 2006 | 166 |
| 2007 | 222 |
| 2008 | 303 |
| 2009 | 115 |
| 2010 | 686 |
| 2011 | 132 |
| 2012 | 226 |
| 2013 | 117 |
| 2014 | 138 |
| 2015 | 130 |
| 2016 | 104 |
| 2017 | 84 |
| 2018 | 109 |
| 2019 | 74 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 54 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 12 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
3 of 12 total reports mention: power train.
Electrical system
3 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
I was driving on the highway and decided to switch int the left lane so I sped up and heard a big bang and what sounded like my bumper being dragged against the ground.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-19
Also filed under Engine and structure
Automatic emergency braking suddenly engaged while driving on the highway. The car decelerated abruptly to a complete stop, causing the driver behind to rear-end me.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-05-18
Also filed under Service brakes and forward collision avoidance
Service brakes
2 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes.
Forward collision avoidance
2 of 12 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking.
Engine
2 of 12 total reports mention: engine.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2023 Mazda MAZDA3 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2023 Mazda MAZDA3 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 2023 Mazda MAZDA3?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Mazda MAZDA3 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.