2018 Mazda MAZDA3 Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2018 Mazda MAZDA3. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 23V487000Jul 14, 2023236,100 vehicles potentially affected
  Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
  Covers: Mazda MAZDA3 2014–2018, CX-3 2016–2021

  Reported issue: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.

  Possible consequence: A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected…

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• 21V875000Nov 12, 2021121,038 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
  Covers: Mazda MAZDA3 2018, CX-9 2018–2019, CX-5 2018–2019 +4 more

  Reported issue: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.

  Possible consequence: Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.

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• 19V272000Apr 4, 2019187,880 vehicles potentially affected
  Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
  Covers: Mazda MAZDA3 2016–2018

  Reported issue: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. A defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.

  Possible consequence: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.

  Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.

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• 17V745000Nov 21, 2017144 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
  Covers: Mazda MAZDA3 2018

  Reported issue: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3 vehicles, equipped with an incorrect exhaust valve spring. The incorrect exhaust valve spring may fail while driving, potentially causing an engine stall.

  Possible consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace any incorrect exhaust valve springs, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1717K.

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