1993 Mazda MX-3
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1993: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 2 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.
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I bought a 1993 Mazda MX3 base 4 cylinder and it was making a clunking noise when I turn the wheel which was found out to be a broken coil spring on my passenger side, it is the factory strut and spring assembly.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-07-10
Seat belts
1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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Tl* the contact owns a 1993 Mazda MX-3. The contact stated that the seat belts failed to function properly.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-07
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1993 Mazda MX-3 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1993 Mazda MX-3 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 1993 Mazda MX-3?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1993 Mazda MX-3 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.