2024 Mazda MAZDA3 Technical Service Bulletins

255 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2024 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.

• 11015005Feb 19, 2025Other or unknown. Some customers may experience a Connected Vehicle failure. The MyMazda App may display an Error Code. This document provides Error Code description and recovery information to assist with repairs.
• 11015003Feb 8, 2025Electrical system. Key Transmitter Power Saving Function: When the key transmitter Power Saving Function is turned ON, transmitter battery power consumption is restricted, thereby extending the transmitter battery life and the following will occur: The engine will not start unless the key transmitter is held over the Start Stop button. • Outside door handle lock/unlock touch sensor is inoperative. • Key transmitter indicator lights…
• 11014816Feb 8, 2025Electrical system, Other or unknown. (Ver. 7230C**-NA03_10026) fixes these software errors (bugs): • The CarPlay icon may not be displayed. • Mazda Connect may not be operable. • The speed limits guidance may be incorrectly displayed while using navigation. • Traffic information in the SiriusXM® may not be updated. • Iincorrect time may be displayed while synchronizing with GPS. • Exit information may not be displayed while using navigation. •…
• 11014977Feb 5, 2025Electrical system. Some customers may complain about intermittent audio no sound from the MAZDA CONNECT infotainment system and/or static noise from the speakers. The concern may be reproduced by tapping on the dash pad near the MAZDA CONNECT center display and the following DTC's may be stored. U0186:08 Communication error with audio amplifier • U2145:08 Communication error with remote tuner (RT) • U2145:02 Communication error with…
• 11015004Feb 4, 2025Other or unknown, Electrical system. The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code.
• 11013659Jan 30, 2025Body and structure. Some customers may notice the front door window(s) do not open. This may be caused by the lower window cable corrosion and damage. To eliminate this concern, the following improvements have been made: The shape of the power window regulator pulley has been modified to prevent cable damage. The shape of the carrier plate has been modified to prevent the cable from being exposed to water/moisture.
• 11013572Jan 30, 2025Other or unknown. Customers may report no audio when using the infotainment fader function fully adjusted to the rear. If the customer's vehicle is among the trim levels referenced above it is equipped with a 6-speaker infotainment system and does not include rear door speakers even though there are speaker grills/covers in the rear door panels. MazdaUSA and published vehicle specifications provide the correct information indicating…
• 11013568Jan 30, 2025Body and structure. 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 from long exposure, deforming the lid…
• 11013792Jan 27, 2025Steering. Before judging a steering wheel as having premature wear or a defect, first clean the steering wheel as explained in the repair information. Some vehicles may have steering wheel stains caused by chemicals such as hand lotions.
• 11013654Jan 24, 2025Steering. Some vehicles may exhibit wear/peel-off of the leather steering wheel surface causing a poor appearance. This concern may be caused by an insufficient wear resistance of the steering wheel surface.
• 11013788Jan 22, 2025Engine, Other or unknown, Electrical system. Key Transmitter Power Saving Function: When the key transmitter Power Saving Function is turned ON, transmitter battery power consumption is restricted, thereby extending the transmitter battery life. NOTE: Some customers may complain about an engine no start. This may be caused by the customer inadvertently putting the key transmitter in Power Saving Function.
• 11013787Jan 21, 2025Other or unknown. When performing the MGSS Workshop Manual 360° View Monitor System Aiming Procedure, M-MDS may show error message "Procedure unsuccessful". This may be caused by light glare on the SST.
• 11012345Dec 6, 2024Electrical system, Other or unknown, Engine. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• 11011139Nov 26, 2024Air bags. A customer may complain of a rattle noise from the right side of the dash. The noise may be coming from the passenger side airbag.
• 11011138Nov 15, 2024Other or unknown. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control 3. MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle reception strength icon shows "X" or " ".
• 11011141Nov 8, 2024Other or unknown. Some customers may report concerns with interior upholstery surface stains particularly on high contact areas (e.g.: seats, steering wheel, door panels, shifter...etc.). This may be caused by skin oils or chemicals such as hand lotions.
• 11011140Nov 5, 2024Electrical system. When the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) replacement is necessary due to a failure, use MDARS to activate the new TCU after replacement. Use the information in this service alert to initialize the new TCU until the procedure on MGSS is updated.
• 11009639Oct 25, 2024Body and structure. Some vehicles may experience stains appearing on the hood, roof and/or trunk of the vehicle. This concern is most likely to be found in a cold weather areas just after the RAPGARD is removed at PDI. This may be caused by moisture which has been trapped and condensed between the paint and the RAPGARD. These types of stains can be removed with a heat gun or an infrared drier.
• 11009654Oct 24, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. The SKYACTIV-DRIVE FW6A-EL AT uses “Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Type: FZ”. Only use “ATF-FZ” to fill or top off the fluid level. ATF-FZ is specially designed for use in the SKYACTIV-DRIVE series AT. It is a low viscosity formula with less friction for better fuel economy. NOTE: ATF-FZ is colored blue for easy identification.
• 11009643Oct 15, 2024Other or unknown. Customers may report no audio when using the infotainment fader function fully adjusted to the rear. If the customer's vehicle is among the trim levels referrenced above it is equipped with a 6-speaker infotainment system and does not include rear door speakers even though there are speaker grills/covers in the rear door panels. MazdaUSA and published vehicle specifications provide the correct information…
• 11009637Oct 12, 2024Seats. Some customers may complain that the seat warmer and seat warmer switch light turn off during i-stop operation. This concern may be caused by the dash-electrical supply unit turning off the seat warmer when it receives the i-stop signal. To eliminate this concern, the dash-electrical supply unit control software has been modified.
• 11009655Oct 9, 2024Electrical system. This service information 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 batteries periodically according to the repair procedure.
• 11009644Oct 5, 2024Brakes. Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging. If you encounter a customer complaint for any one of these symptoms, refer to the following information to understand why symptoms may occur, and to better assist the customer in resolving their specific brake concern.
• 11008430Sep 26, 2024Brakes. This information will give you the necessary knowledge to respond to customers concerns of Smart Brake Support (SBS) unintended braking. By educating the customer on the system operation, it should reduce their anxiety or distrust of the vehicle.
• 11008568Sep 25, 2024Electrical system. Some customers may experience a “Telematics Malfunction” message in the instrument cluster with DTC U3000:00-TCU (Emergency call unit/telematics communication unit internal malfunction) or U3000:04-TCU (Telematics communication unit internal malfunction) stored in memory. This is caused by improper control software of the telematics communication unit (TCU). To eliminate this concern, the control software of the…
• 11008580Sep 24, 2024Electrical system. Mazda Connect Services - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• 11008574Sep 24, 2024Other or unknown, Electrical system. Some customers may experience a Connected Vehicle failure. The MyMazda App may display an Error Code. This document provides Error Code description and recovery information to assist with repairs.
• 11008578Sep 13, 2024Electrical system. When the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) replacement is necessary due to a failure, use MDARS to activate the new TCU after replacement. Use the information in this service alert to initialize the new TCU until the procedure on MGSS is updated.
• 11008577Sep 12, 2024Other or unknown. Some customers may complain about scratches on the instrument cluster lens.
• 11008576Sep 12, 2024Electrical system. Qi Wireless Charger symptom troubleshooting.
• 11008579Sep 11, 2024Electrical system. Mazda Connect Services - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• 11008575Sep 11, 2024Electrical system. Some customers may complain about the Active Driving Display not displaying turn by turn (TBT) travel direction or navigation information.
• 11008573Sep 11, 2024Exterior lighting, Engine, Electrical system. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control
• 11008571Sep 11, 2024Other or unknown, Electrical system. Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
• 11008429Sep 11, 2024Brakes. Symptom 1: Some customers may complain about hearing a grinding noise and/or vibration occur when applying the brake. This is due to rust on the rear brake disc plate. The brake pad has insufficient disc-rust prevention performance, resulting in the disc plate rusting. To eliminate this concern, the pad material has been improved to prevent rust on the disc surface. Symptom 2: Some vehicles may exhibit a squeal…
• 11008423Sep 7, 2024Lane departure. 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
• 11006982Aug 29, 2024Brakes. Symptom 1: Some customers may complain about hearing a grinding noise and/or vibration occur when applying the brake. This is due to rust on the rear brake disc plate. The brake pad has insufficient disc-rust prevention performance, resulting in the disc plate rusting. To eliminate this concern, the pad material has been improved to prevent rust on the disc surface. Symptom 2: Some vehicles may exhibit a squeal…
• 11006981Aug 29, 2024Engine. Some customers may experience a check engine light ON with DTC P0126:00 (Thermostat stuck open) and one or more of the following symptoms: Engine takes longer to warm up. Engine temperature gauge fluctuates. Low coolant temperature indicator (blue) light stays on longer or turns on while driving. Poor heater performance, especially at idle.
• 11006916Aug 29, 2024Other or unknown, Electrical system. This TSB is no longer valid and has been superseded by SPECIAL SERVICE PROGRAM - SSPD7 - CX-30 (DM) AND MAZDA3 (BP) BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) AND VEHICLE CONTROL MODULE (VCM) SOFTWARE CONCERN.
• 11006901Aug 29, 2024Forward collision avoidance. This TSB is no longer valid and has been superseded by SPECIAL SERVICE PROGRAM - SSPD7 - CX-30 (DM) AND MAZDA3 (BP) BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) AND VEHICLE CONTROL MODULE (VCM) SOFTWARE CONCERN.
• 11007029Aug 26, 2024Electrical system. 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 known good terminal. To measure the voltage/resistance avoiding any terminal damage.
• 11007009Aug 21, 2024Brakes. Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging. If you encounter a customer complaint for any one of these symptoms, refer to the following information to understand why symptoms may occur, and to better assist the customer in resolving their specific brake concern.
• 11007027Aug 15, 2024Steering. Before judging a steering wheel as having premature wear or a defect, first clean the steering wheel as explained in the repair information. Some vehicles may have steering wheel stains caused by chemicals such as hand lotions.
• 11007024Aug 15, 2024Fuel system, Body and structure. Some customers will report that their fuel door was stuck closed and would not open to refuel the vehicle. Follow the repair steps below unless the conditions outlined in TSB 09-019/21 - FUEL-FILLER LID PANEL IS DEFORMED for 2019-2021 Mazda3 and 2020-2021 CX-30 are present.
• 11007022Aug 15, 2024Body and structure. Some 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 reflection.
• 11007019Aug 15, 2024Other or unknown, Electrical system, Engine. If 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 asking if any aftermarket devices have been installed. Aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical concern. Below are a few examples of unusual electrical concerns caused by aftermarket devices.
• 11007018Aug 13, 2024Body and structure. Interior parts made of resin have antistatic coating to prevent dust from sticking on the surfaces, and depending on the conditions of use, the antistatic components may crystallize slightly, giving an appearance of white stains on the surface. To remove the stains, wipe the stained surface with a towel soaked with water mixed with a small portion of a neutral detergent. If the white stains reappear again, simply…
• 11007015Aug 13, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. A New Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF-A7) is being used for some 2023, 2024 and 2025 models. ATF-A7 is an extremely low viscosity formulation with low friction to achieve best-in-class fuel economy and driving performance. For easy identification, ATF-A7 is colored Red and ATF-FZ is colored Blue. There is NO interchangeability between ATF-A7 and ATF-FZ.
• 11006918Aug 13, 2024Electrical system, Other or unknown. When the power windows are operated many times without being fully closed, small errors of the window position sensor may accumulate and cause improper operation of the jam-safe function. To reduce the risk of this occurrence, the AUTO function is disabled if the power window is operated 10 consecutive times without being fully closed (turning the ignition OFF and then ON does not reset the counting).
• 11007013Aug 12, 2024Other or unknown. Auxiliary key blank cutting procedure. There are currently 2 methods for cutting a new auxiliary key blank. A. Auxiliary Key Trace Cut Method B. Auxiliary Key Code Cut Method

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