MYRModel Year Report

2023 Mazda MAZDA3

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2023 Mazda MAZDA3
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:16:18.100Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mazda MAZDA3 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2023 highlighted. 2004: 145 complaints 2004 2005: 97 complaints 2006: 166 complaints 2007: 222 complaints 2007 2008: 303 complaints 2009: 115 complaints 2010: 686 complaints 2010 2011: 131 complaints 2012: 226 complaints 2013: 117 complaints 2013 2014: 137 complaints 2015: 130 complaints 2016: 103 complaints 2016 2017: 83 complaints 2018: 107 complaints 2019: 73 complaints 2019 2020: 32 complaints 2021: 49 complaints 2022: 23 complaints 2022 2023: 12 complaints 2023 2024: 10 complaints 2025: 7 complaints 2025 2026: 1 complaints 2026
2023: 12 complaints
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YearComplaints
2004145
200597
2006166
2007222
2008303
2009115
2010686
2011131
2012226
2013117
2014137
2015130
2016103
201783
2018107
201973
202032
202149
202223
202312
202410
20257
20261

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.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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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, 20230919

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, 20230518

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH INJURY
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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, 20230518

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

2 of 12 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance.

CRASH
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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, 20230518

ENGINE

2 of 12 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
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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, 20230919

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2023 Mazda MAZDA3 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2020 ▲ 2021 ▲ 2019

WORST YEARS

■ 2010 ■ 2008 ◆ 2012

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FAQ

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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.