2010 Mazda MAZDA3 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 1%of 686 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 12,724miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the suspension of the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3, 1% of the 686 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 12,724 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My new 2010 Mazda 3 hatchback was showing signs of unusual high/irregular tire wear. The tires were rotated as per the company recommended schedule. It was found that the rear trailing arms and lower shock bolts were loose. At 22,000 miles the front tires that had been rotated to the rear were also wearing uneven and at a high rate considering this was only more than a 5,000 mile period. The vehicle was taken to Mazda on janurary 17,2012 informing them that I had checked online and this excessive tire wear has been known by Mazda for over (5) years. …”
NHTSA complaint #10445739, filed 2012-01, 15,449 miles“Excessive rear suspension noise over any surface irregularities, dealer fully aware of right rear sway bar link as source of noise, repaired under warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #10412092, filed 2011-07, 8,283 miles“The contact owns a 2010 Mazda, MAZDA3. While driving at various speeds, the contact heard a humming noise and the vehicle began to vibrate excessively. The vehicle was taken to two different auto mechanics and they both recommended that the tires not be rotated because of poor tread. Prior to the failure, both rear tires were replaced. The technician also informed the contact that the failure was contributed to the suspension which caused the tires to prematurely wear. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The failure mileage was 10,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10404371, filed 2011-06, 10,000 miles“2010 Mazda 3. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle tires, softness of the brake and resurfacing rotors. The consumer stated a visual inspection revealed the transmission fluid needed to be replaced, the tires were wearing unevenly, and the vehicle pulled to the left. Also, the battery was replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10556685, filed 2013-12“Loud noise in back suspension. Noise occurs running highway but gets louder on a city street unknown cause. When turning vehicle started clicks but need to keep trying to turn on. Probably computer problem”
NHTSA complaint #11023746, filed 2017-09Related service bulletins
- 10226814Nov 18, 2022Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft…
- 10213185May 24, 2022Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft…
- 10170656Jan 9, 2020Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft…
- 10153315Jan 2, 2019Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft…
- 10134930Mar 26, 2018Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft…
- 10213387Feb 15, 2016Shock absorber replacement guidelines
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 13% |
| 2021 | 2 | 4% |
| 2020 | 2 | 6% |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 | 3 | 4% |
| 2016 | 2 | 2% |
| 2014 | 2 | 1% |
| 2013 | 1 | 1% |
| 2012 | 9 | 4% |
| 2011 | 7 | 5% |
| 2010 | 6 | 1% |
| 2009 | 4 | 3% |
| 2008 | 15 | 5% |
| 2007 | 14 | 6% |
| 2006 | 14 | 8% |
| 2005 | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 | 3 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3
169 complaintsOther or unknown
135 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 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology