2011 Mazda MAZDA3 Wheels Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 2%of 132 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 24,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the wheels of the 2011 Mazda MAZDA3, 2% of the 132 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 24,000 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.
“Driving south on ih-35 in san marcos, texas, a blowout occurred in right rear tire. Driving conditions were dry and sunny. The tire is a toyo a20, size p205/55r16 89h. The inner tire wall separated completely from the rest of the tire. Driver did not lose control and was able to pull over. These tires were original equipment on vehicle when purchased from dealer in 2011.”
NHTSA complaint #10651576, filed 2014-10, 48,550 miles“Tires cupping and wearing quickly on inside of both tires in the same manner. Research and discussion with mechanics indicate the issue is likely due to camber. Camber is within manufacturer specifications, but causes extremely rapid tire wear.”
NHTSA complaint #10495314, filed 2013-01, 24,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10251387Feb 12, 2024Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as…
- 10186693Jan 21, 2021Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as…
- 10179228Aug 3, 2020New CARB regulation regarding mandatory checking and documenting of tire pressure whenever a vehicle is in for service work. This applies to all service shops (including Mazda…
- 10153316Jan 10, 2019Some automotive cleaning products contain strong acid or alkali. When these types of cleaners are used to clean the wheels on Mazda vehicles, the chemicals contents penetrate the…
- 10143973Jul 30, 2018Some vehicles may have aluminum alloy type wheel(s) with one of the following paint damage conditions shown in the sample photos below. The damage extends to the front surface of…
- 10136774Apr 27, 2018Some automotive cleaning products contain strong acid or alkali. When these types of cleaners are used to clean the wheels on Mazda vehicles, the chemicals contents penetrate the…
- 10213385Jan 8, 2016Stains appear on wheels
- 10105855Jan 8, 2016Some automotive cleaning products contain strong acid or alkali. When these types of cleaners are used to clean the wheels on mazda vehicles, the chemicals contents penetrate the…
Wheels: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 13% |
| 2021 | 2 | 4% |
| 2018 | 2 | 2% |
| 2017 | 3 | 4% |
| 2016 | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 | 2 | 2% |
| 2014 | 3 | 2% |
| 2013 | 2 | 2% |
| 2012 | 12 | 5% |
| 2011 | 3 | 2% |
| 2010 | 54 | 8% |
| 2009 | 19 | 17% |
| 2008 | 33 | 11% |
| 2007 | 6 | 3% |
| 2006 | 3 | 2% |
| 2004 | 2 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2011 Mazda MAZDA3
29 complaintsSeats
20 complaintsOther or unknown
18 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsBody and structure
13 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsExterior lighting
10 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsTires
7 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Mazda MAZDA3
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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