2021 Mazda MAZDA3 Technical Service Bulletins

634 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2021 Mazda MAZDA3. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10209757Mar 16, 2022Engine. A new cylinder head assembly for service parts has been newly established for SKYACTIV-G 2.5 with cylinder deactivation when replacement is needed. Valves, valve springs, valve spring seats, and cotters (IN/EX) are included in the new assembly.
• 10209755Mar 15, 2022Electrical system, Equipment, Tires. Some customers may complain about the infotainment system and/or the MyMazda App showing incorrect tire pressures and/or tire pressure missing. This may be caused by: Incorrect calendar entry (month/day/year) after a battery disconnect *Infotainment system software update. *BCM TPMS unlearn during vehicle storage or transport. *Wheel/Tire change
• 10209816Mar 11, 2022Engine, Electrical system. Some customers may complain about frequent low battery warning message appearing in the instrument cluster. The warning message appears when the power saving mode is activated to avoid a drained battery. Depending on the customer usage, the warning message may appear more frequently due to the condition for the power saving mode to be activated sooner and to be deactivated later.
• 10209751Mar 11, 2022Electrical system. Mazda3 and CX-30: Prior to February 8, 2022, some vehicles may store DTC U0300:57 (Body control module (BCM) internal malfunction) and cannot be erased after a BCM replacement or MDARS BCM software update (NOT with BCM update for SSPC5 or 4621B using MDRT). This is caused by a BCM-VCM software error. MX-30: Some MX-30 vehicles may store DTC U0300:57 (Body control module (BCM) internal malfunction) and cannot be…
• 10209768Mar 10, 2022Equipment, Engine cooling. Some vehicles may exhibit an excessive body vibration when idling or driving after being left in extremely cold weather (-20°C/-4°F or below) for a long time. This is caused by the No.1, No. 3 and No. 4 rubber hardening due to material characteristics. NOTE: This concern only happens in extremely cold weather, therefore this TSB is only applicable for extremely cold regions.
• 10209821Mar 9, 2022Electrical system. Some vehicles entertainment system may experience the symptoms mentioned, which can be fixed with the latest software update (Version 7000C0A-NA01_11012 or later).
• 10209752Mar 9, 2022Wheels, Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. There have been warranty claims submitted for growling or bearing whine noise in differentials, transfer units and transmissions where the source of the noise was a wheel bearing. This misdiagnosis can lead to multiple repair attempts, warranty debits, and additional inconvenience and/or cost to the customer. To reduce the chance of this occurring, please follow the steps outlined in the repair procedure.
• 10209748Mar 4, 2022Electrical system. Mazda3 and CX-30: Prior to February 8, 2022, some vehicles may store DTC U0300:57 (Body control module (BCM) internal malfunction) and cannot be erased after a BCM replacement or MDARS BCM software update (NOT with BCM update for SSPC5 or 4621B using MDRT). This is caused by a BCM-VCM software error. MX-30: Some MX-30 vehicles may store DTC U0300:57 (Body control module (BCM) internal malfunction) and cannot be…
• 10209812Mar 1, 2022Body and structure, Equipment. Some vehicles may exhibit water leaking into the passenger compartment from the rear door through the bottom of the service hole behind the rear door trim during rain or when washing the vehicle. This is caused by one of the following: *Since the material of the seal rubber is not resistant to surfactants, the rubber deteriorates when the vehicle is washed and allows water to penetrate into the seal rubber of the…
• 10209790Mar 1, 2022Fuel system, Latches, locks and linkages, Equipment. Some customers may experience that after the doors are locked and the Fuel Door Lock Delay with MAZDA CONNECT has passed (default setting is 90 seconds), the fuel-filler lid does not lock and can be opened when pressing it. NOTE: *The fuel-filler lid does not lock immediately after the doors are locked, but after the time set in the Fuel Door Lock Delay (0, 30, 60, 90, and 120 seconds).
• 10208564Feb 28, 2022Transmission and drivetrain, Suspension. There have been warranty claims submitted for growling or bearing whine noise in differentials, transfer units and transmissions where the source of the noise was a wheel bearing. This misdiagnosis can lead to multiple repair attempts, warranty debits, and additional inconvenience and/or cost to the customer. To reduce the chance of this occurring, please follow the steps outlined in the repair procedure.
• 10208566Feb 25, 2022Electrical system, Equipment. Some vehicles equipped with SiriusXM Travel Link and a Navigation SD Card added by dealer/customer may experience a SiriusXM Travel Link error when selecting Parking Information.
• 10208556Feb 23, 2022Brakes, Engine cooling, Steering, Transmission and drivetrain. Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manual. Services performed outside of Mazda's factory scheduled maintenance are not recommended. These services are unnecessary and create unneeded expenses for your customers.
• 10208568Feb 18, 2022Transmission and drivetrain. The new AWD rear differential DOES NOT come with a breather cap on the rear of the differential, therefore a new one will need to be ordered and installed when replacing the differential. NOTE: The breather threads have a sealant and locking compound that prevents it from being reused. Refer to GEPC for the correct part number of the Differential Breather. The instructions on MGSS will be updated soon to include…
• 10208567Feb 10, 2022Body and structure. Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection.
• 10208559Feb 10, 2022Electrical system. Some vehicles may have a "Low Battery Risk. Start Vehicle to Charge 12V Battery" warning message in the instrument cluster and a 30 second alarm sound. This is caused by the vehicle's electrical control area network (CAN) entering "Sleep Mode" when the network awake time reaches 30 cumulative minutes without the engine running.
• 10208557Feb 10, 2022Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Some vehicles may exhibit an excessive body vibration when idling or driving after being left in extremely cold weather (-20°C/-4°F or below) for a long time. This is caused by the No.1, No. 3 and No. 4 rubber hardening due to material characteristics. NOTE: This concern only happens in extremely cold weather, therefore this TSB is only applicable for extremely cold regions.
• 10208565Feb 9, 2022Electrical system, Equipment. Some customers may experience a SiriusXM Travel Link error when selecting Parking Information.
• 10208561Feb 9, 2022Electrical system. CX-30. Mazda3: Prior to February 8, 2022, some vehicles may store DTC U0300:57 (Body control module (BCM) internal malfunction) and cannot be erased after a BCM replacement or MDARS BCM software update (NOT with BCM update for SSPC5 or 4621B using MDRT). This is caused by a BCM-VCM software error. Customers having this concern should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
• 10208560Feb 4, 2022Electrical system. Some vehicles may store DTC U0300:57 (Body control module (BCM) internal malfunction) after a BCM replacement or MDARS BCM software update (NOT with BCM update for SSPC5 or 4621B using MDRT) and the DTC cannot be erased. This is caused by a BCM-VCM software error. Mazda is aware of the issue and is working on a resolution. If there is an issue with this concern, contact Hotline for newest repair information.
• 10208554Feb 4, 2022Other or unknown, Body and structure. Some customers may report concerns with interior upholstery surface stains particularly on high contact areas (e.g.: steering wheel, door panels, shifter...etc.). This may be caused by skin oils or chemicals such as hand lotions. Use a clean towel damped in leather/vinyl cleaner or mild soap to clean the steering wheel. NOTE: Upholstery maintenance and care information can also be found in the Owner's Manual.
• 10208562Feb 1, 2022Equipment, Electrical system. Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
• 10206960Jan 27, 2022Electrical system, Forward collision avoidance, Equipment. Some vehicle may experience the i-ACTIVSENSE/ALH warning lights on and a system error messages may be found in the center display as well. DTC U3000:04 (FSC) is stored in memory DTC U3000:04 (FSC) - Forward sensing camera (FSC) internal malfunction This may be caused by a hardware failure in an internal device of the FSC that results in the malfunction detection. To eliminate this concern, the production process of…
• 10206952Jan 27, 2022Electrical system, Latches, locks and linkages. Some CX-5 and CX-30 customers may find that the liftgate does not close when pressing the power liftgate (PLG) rear switch (A) located on the interior liftgate trim. This may be caused by PLG switch corrosion. Water from a high pressure car washer and/or condensation may drip onto the switch connector and cause corrosion. To eliminate this concern, the PLG rear switch has been modified with a waterproof connector.
• 10206940Jan 13, 2022Electrical system, Equipment. Some vehicles may have a "Low Battery Risk. Start Vehicle to Charge 12V Battery" warning message in the instrument cluster and a 30 second alarm sound. This is caused by the vehicle's electrical control area network (CAN) entering "Sleep Mode" when the network awake time reaches 30 cumulative minutes without the engine running.
• 10206947Jan 11, 2022Body and structure. Some vehicles may experience white-streak stains appearing on the front door that look like they seeped out from under the outer mirror base. This is caused by water intruding from gaps of the outer mirror body and/or the hinge of the outer mirror, and corrosion occurring on the aluminum die-cast inner base in the outer mirror. Water, including white-salty corrosion, may drip out from gaps under the outer mirror…
• 10206021Dec 22, 2021Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. New Cylinder Head Assembly Established: A new cylinder head assembly for service parts has been newly established for SKYACTIV-G 2.5 with cylinder deactivation when replacement is needed. Valves, valve springs, valve spring seats, and cotters (IN/EX) are included in the new assembly.
• 10206018Dec 22, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. Connected Vehicle Symptom Troubleshooting: Some customers may complain about any of the following: - Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. - Remote function(s) inoperative. o Engine Start / Stop o Door Lock / Unlock o Lights ON / OFF MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle reception strength icon shows "X" or " ".
• 10206020Dec 21, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. Mazda Connect Symptom Troubleshooting (7th Generation Vehicles): Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure. No. 1 Blank Screen No. 2. Rear View Camera is not displayed No. 3 Rebooting No. 4 Infotainment System Has No Sound No. 5 Commander Switch Does Not Work No. 6 Bluetooth device will not pair No. 7 Incorrect GPS position No. 8 Voice…
• 10206011Dec 21, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. Audio, Navigation, And Phone Concerns With Mazda Connect Infotainment System (7th Generation Models): Some vehicles may experience the symptoms mentioned below, which can be fixed with the latest software update (Version 7000C0A-NA01_11012 or later). --> See document for full list. Customers having this concern(s) should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
• 10205994Dec 21, 2021Electrical system. Battery Maintenance: This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in stock at the dealer, inspect and maintain the battery periodically according to the repair procedure.
• 10206009Dec 20, 2021Equipment, Body and structure, Electrical system. Door Outer Handle Touch Sensor Does Not Lock And/Or Unlock: Some customers may experience one or both of the following symptoms while locking and unlocking the doors works fine using the remote transmitter. Symptom 1: The touch sensor of the front door outer handle does not lock the doors after rain and/or car washing, even though unlocking is possible. Symptom 2: The touch sensor of the front door outer handle…
• 10206008Dec 16, 2021Body and structure. Rear Outer Door Handle Fails To Return Due To Water Freezing In The Handle: Some vehicles may exhibit the rear outer handle remains pulled out and does not return when the rear outer handle is operated in freezing temperatures. This is caused by the accumulation of snow on the rear outer handle melting and dripping water on the sliding part of the lever.
• 10206005Dec 13, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. Door Lock Will Not Work Using Remote Transmitter and Engine Will Not Start: Some customers may experience all of following symptoms: 1. The door lock/unlock operation will not work using the remote transmitter button. 2. The door lock/unlock operation will not work using the door lock/release touch sensor. 3. The engine will not start using the ignition switch. 4. The transmitter operates by itself. 5. The key…
• 10206006Dec 2, 2021Fuel system, Equipment, Body and structure. Fuel Filler Lid Panel Is Deformed: Some vehicles may exhibit a deformed fuel-filler lid panel (1) attached to the fuel-filler lid box, resulting in a poor appearance. This concern is caused by the lid box not having enough water drainage capability which leads to the accumulation of water inside it. The water then freezes in cold weather and expands or the inner side of the lid panel absorbs the water and swells…
• 10203724Nov 24, 2021Engine cooling, Equipment. Some vehicles may have a “LOW ENGINE OIL LEVEL” warning message and a CHECK ENGINE light illuminated in the instrument cluster, along with DTC P250F:00 stored in memory. DTC P250F:00 - Engine oil level signal: engine oil level low. Upon inspecting the engine oil level, the level is found to be low and there doesn’t appear to be any trace of oil leakage in the engine compartment.
• 10203765Nov 22, 2021Equipment. Some customers may complain about any the following infotainment system concerns: Reboot, Slow reboot in morning, Display frozen, Display blank. NOTE: Rear view monitor operation is normal, No DTC stored
• 10203761Nov 17, 2021Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Due to a supplier issue, DTC C0061:94 is displayed instead of C0061:96 for Mazda3 and CX-30. Therefore, use the C0061:96 diagnostics on MGSS when DTC C0061:94 is stored.
• 10203762Nov 16, 2021Equipment. Some customers may complain about any the following infotainment system concerns: Reboot, Slow reboot in morning, Display frozen, Display blank. NOTE: Rear view monitor operation is normal, No DTC stored
• 10203759Nov 4, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. For improvement of electrical diagnosis, the SKYACTIV® Wiring Terminal Test Kits has been delivered all the dealers. The terminal test kit enables you: To check pin fit drag of all PCM terminals used in SKYACTIV® vehicles and compare suspect terminal drag with a good know terminal.To measure the voltage/resistance avoiding any terminal damage.
• 10202694Oct 27, 2021Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Some customers may complain that the driver’s side outer mirror glass vibrates. This is due to a structural gap between the outer glass mirror holder and the mirror glass causing the mirror to vibrate when the vehicle body vibrates at high speeds. To eliminate this concern, double sided tape has been applied between the outer glass mirror holder and the mirror glass.
• 10202774Oct 15, 2021Equipment, Engine cooling. A new cylinder head assembly for service parts has been newly established for SKYACTIV-G 2.5 with cylinder deactivation when replacement is needed. Valves, valve springs, valve spring seats, and cotters (IN/EX) are included in the new assembly. Dealers can now utilize the Limited Parts Ordering (LPO) page on eMDCS to order the repair parts for 2.5L (with cylinder deactivation) and 2.5L turbo cylinder head repairs…
• 10202772Oct 13, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling, Equipment. A new cylinder head assembly for service parts has been newly established for SKYACTIV-G 2.5 with cylinder deactivation when replacement is needed. Valves, valve springs, valve spring seats, and cotters (IN/EX) are included in the new assembly.
• 10202771Oct 13, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. Some customers may complain about any of the following: Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop, Door Lock / Unlock, Lights ON / OFF, MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle reception strength icon shows "X" or " ". Confirm the customer's phone and vehicle have good to strong reception during…
• 10202695Oct 13, 2021Fuel system, Other or unknown. Ethanol is becoming a common additive in gasoline. Gasoline containing ethanol is likely available at your local gasoline station. Typical blends of ethanol include E10 and E85. E10: A blend of 10% ethanol and 90% gasoline. E85: A blend of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline All Mazda vehicles can run on gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) but only some 1999-2001 B3000 trucks can run on gasoline with more than 10%…
• 10202692Oct 8, 2021Fuel system, Other or unknown, Equipment. When opening the fuel-filler lid to refuel, some customers may notice water and/or sand in the fuel-filler lid box area. They may complain about dried sand causing poor appearance. Since the drain hole on the dust cover is located in an improper position, water may not be able to completely drain which results in the accumulation of water and sand. To eliminate this concern, the dust cover (below) has been modified…
• 10202775Oct 7, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. MAZDA CONNECTED SERVICES - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ): Index: General Questions, Setup and Getting Started, Registration / Enrollment, WI-FI General Information, WI-FI How-To, WI-FI Trial Period, Interacting With The App, Service Issues, Troubleshooting, Reception Level Inspection, Dealer Processes, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Will Not Function, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Function Will turn…
• 10202764Oct 7, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. Beginning with July 1st vehicle production, vehicles will no longer have the In-Vehicle Digital Owner’s Manual (IVDOM) installed.
• 10202763Oct 4, 2021Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system can malfunction with the following symptoms if the rear side radar sensors are installed facing the wrong direction. BSM system indicates vehicle on the opposite side. i-ACTIVSENSE indicator ring will not turn green, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) does not work, Rear side radar sensor aiming may fail, TPMS DTC(s) stored.
• 10202685Oct 4, 2021Electrical system, Tires, Engine cooling. Some vehicles may have a LOW ENGINE OIL LEVEL warning message and a CHECK ENGINE light illuminated in the instrument cluster, along with DTC P250F:00 stored in memory. DTC P250F:00 - Engine oil level signal: engine oil level low. Upon inspecting the engine oil level, the level is found to be low and there doesn't appear to be any trace of oil leakage in the engine compartment.

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