2013 Mazda MAZDA2 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MAZDA2 years
- More complaints than other years 2nd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Mazda MAZDA2. That ranks 2nd out of 7 MAZDA2 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (4 complaints, 31%), typically at around 15,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 13owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 Mazda MAZDA2 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 4 | 31% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 15% | 37,754 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 15% | 99,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 15% | 10,151 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 8% | 41,498 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 8% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 8% | 20,300 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 8% | 41,498 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Mazda MAZDA2 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Steering
Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 2, 2015, 2013-2014 Mazda2 vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to August 8, 2014, 2014-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2013, to December 2, 2015, and 2013-2015 CX-9 vehicles manufactured December 6, 2012, to July 31, 2015. The lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing the steering knuckle to separate.
Risk: If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower mounting nuts and bolts that secure the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle. If the bolts are loose, they will be replaced and then correctly tightened, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9316D.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Takata recall
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA 2. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP LIGHT, SMOKE APPEARED FROM THE CD PLAYER AND FLAMES APPEARED FROM THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO GROOVE MAZDA (LOCATED AT 10301 E ARAPAHOE RD…
Takata recall
Driver's seat came unattached from the floor mounted slides/brackets that allow for leg length adjustments. Car was in motion, travelling approximately 35 mph, and in the center of three lanes of traffic at the time. I pulled over and examined the seat. Washers were under the seat, and the seat…
A recall was issued on the 2011 mazda 2 models related to a problem with the seat height adjuster mechanism becoming loose. Based on the description of the issue, my 2013 mazda 2 is exhibiting the same issue. The seat 'rocks' back and forth, as if it's only partly secured. I contacted mazda and…
Other Mazda MAZDA2 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 MAZDA2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 MAZDA2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 MAZDA2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 MAZDA2 | 9 | 1 |
| 2013 | 13 | 1 |
| 2012 MAZDA2 | 9 | 0 |
| 2011 MAZDA2 | 17 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mazda MAZDA2?
Owners most often report steering, electrical system, seats problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Mazda MAZDA2?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 Mazda MAZDA2 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MAZDA2 model years, the 2013 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.