2010 Mazda MAZDA3 Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 135about this part
- Share
- 20%of 686 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 82,334miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 135 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3, 20% of the 686 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 82,334 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I've bought this vehicle from a dealership so it's been having this. I've also seen that there has been recalls for this issue as well. The dash board above the speedometer is extremely sticky. A large portion of it. And more to the right, above the glove box, it's cracked. I'm assuming it has do something with the sun.”
NHTSA complaint #11374686, filed 2020-11, 99,000 miles“Takata recall ---sticky dashboard which is melting and when driving the reflection from the glare of the sticky dashboard on the windshield makes it hard to see when driving, a lot of times I cant see depending on how the sun is shining I have to slow down or hit my brakes..very scary... Just want this documented in case an accident happens”
NHTSA complaint #10910682, filed 2016-09, 90,000 miles“My dashboard has been melting caused me to drive off road and almost to have accidents numerous times when the sunlight and the traffic light at night reflects on the dashboard/windshield and blinds whos driving and u cant even clean it just wish that it would be resolved before something worse happens”
NHTSA complaint #11128143, filed 2018-09, 80,000 miles“Over time, the dashboard underneath the drivers side windsheild of my car has melted. Now it's sticky and very shiny. When the direct sun hits it, it causes a dangerous glare directly in front of the driver, and makes it difficult to see in front. While Mazda has extended a warranty on this repair, I was not informed as I was about other recalls. This should be a recal notice - without an expiration date as it is clearly a safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11364176, filed 2020-10, 90,000 miles“My dashboard is melting as it gets hotter here, I have found others with this issue on line and there are class action suits but I really just want mine replaced by Mazda before I ever buy out next one, if they do not fix it we will buy another makers vehicle for our next car. It's really sticky and nasty and will glare in the sunshine .”
NHTSA complaint #10725074, filed 2015-06, 49,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11037013Aug 20, 2026Product Quality Information (PQI) DESCRIPTION Service Information MT-041/12 is no longer valid. It has been unpublished and superseded by the Field Quality Information Report…
- 11032103Apr 21, 2026This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red. SA-011/24 02/12/24, 06/06/24, 07/29/24 DESCRIPTION Mazda has developed factory…
- 11026904Dec 10, 2025A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the…
- 11022742Aug 22, 2025Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage such (melted, separating, etc.) when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's…
- 11022727Aug 14, 2025When replacing the SiriusXM satellite radio unit, a call must be made to inform SiriusXM of the existing Radio ID and the new/replacement SAT Radio ID as soon as possible to…
- 11020039Jun 19, 2025Some customers may complain about a noisy HVAC blower motor or odor after a cabin air filter replacement. Foreign debris on the blower motor after servicing the cabin air filter…
- 11017699Apr 25, 2025A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the…
- 11007019Aug 15, 2024If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by…
- 11006987Aug 8, 2024In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by…
- 11005671Jul 29, 2024Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as…
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 25% |
| 2024 | 4 | 33% |
| 2023 | 3 | 25% |
| 2022 | 1 | 4% |
| 2021 | 7 | 13% |
| 2020 | 3 | 9% |
| 2019 | 15 | 20% |
| 2018 | 26 | 24% |
| 2017 | 28 | 33% |
| 2016 | 23 | 22% |
| 2015 | 26 | 20% |
| 2014 | 27 | 20% |
| 2013 | 10 | 9% |
| 2012 | 20 | 9% |
| 2011 | 18 | 14% |
| 2010 | 135 | 20% |
| 2009 | 4 | 3% |
| 2008 | 11 | 4% |
| 2007 | 4 | 2% |
| 2006 | 9 | 5% |
| 2005 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3
169 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
109 complaintsSeats
106 complaintsWheels
54 complaintsElectrical system
50 complaintsTires
48 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
40 complaintsBrakes
38 complaintsSteering
31 complaintsAir bags
26 complaintsExterior lighting
23 complaintsEngine
22 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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