2007 Mazda MAZDA3 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MAZDA3 years
- Far more complaints than other years 4th of 23 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 222 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Mazda MAZDA3. That ranks 4th out of 23 MAZDA3 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (89 complaints, 40%), typically at around 79,750 miles. Complaints mention 28 crashes, 3 fires, 28 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 222owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 28complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Mazda MAZDA3 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 problems | 89 | 40% | 79,750 | “included steering” (11%) | — |
| Air Bags | 36 | 16% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 22 | 10% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 19 | 9% | 101,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 17 | 8% | 80,100 | — | — |
| Suspension | 14 | 6% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 5% | 75,500 | — | — |
| Tires | 10 | 5% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 9 | 4% | 46,302 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 4% | 76,170 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 8 | 4% | 111,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 4% | 37,255 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 4% | 101,100 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 4% | 16,600 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 3% | 95,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 6 | 3% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 2% | 123,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 1% | 101,228 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 1% | 24,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 1% | 53,500 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 1% | 14,008 | — | — |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 0% | 2,200 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 0% | 3,200 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Mazda MAZDA3 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags:frontal
Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Mazda3 vehicles. During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.
Risk: Plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between August 28, 2021 and October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4921G.
Steering:electric power assist system
Problem: Mazda is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 mazda3 and mazda5 vehicles manufactured from april 2, 2007 through november 30, 2008. These vehicles may have a condition in which a sudden loss of power steering assist could occur at any time while driving the vehicle.
Risk: Power steering assist is suddenly lost reducing the driver's ability to steer the vehicle as typically expected, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump and lines free of charge. The safety recall began on september 15, 2010. Owners may contact mazda customer assistance center at 1-800-222-5500.
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
- Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist (PE10021) — opened Jun 28, 2010, closed Nov 29, 2010, led to recall 10V374000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH and making a turn, the steering wheel was difficult to turn to the left or the right. The check engine warning light was illuminated and flashing. The contact stated that the steering then seized. While checking the…
Intermittently spanning several months, there is a sudden loss of power steering as the vehicle is in motion. Warning lights light up on the vehicle as power steering and power brakes are disengaged. Even though I provided a video of power steering loss, where a slight turn of the steering wheel…
Radio stopped working.
My daughter and I were on the way to O'Reilly when we turned at a short curve going under 20 miles and the steering wheel got loose and the brakes wouldn't stop us. The car just kept swerving all over the road and we ended up in a ditch the day after my husband purchased the car.
The contact owns a 2007 Mazda M3. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, the steering wheel of the vehicle become hard to maneuver. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic for diagnosis, and he stated the vehicle was experiencing the same failure as NHTSA Campaign Number:10V374000 (Steering)…
Other Mazda MAZDA3 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 MAZDA3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 MAZDA3 | 8 | 1 |
| 2024 MAZDA3 | 12 | 3 |
| 2023 MAZDA3 | 12 | 0 |
| 2022 MAZDA3 | 24 | 0 |
| 2021 MAZDA3 | 54 | 1 |
| 2020 MAZDA3 | 32 | 2 |
| 2019 MAZDA3 | 74 | 6 |
| 2018 MAZDA3 | 108 | 4 |
| 2017 MAZDA3 | 83 | 2 |
| 2016 MAZDA3 | 104 | 6 |
| 2015 MAZDA3 | 130 | 4 |
| 2014 MAZDA3 | 138 | 4 |
| 2013 MAZDA3 | 117 | 1 |
| 2012 MAZDA3 | 226 | 1 |
| 2011 MAZDA3 | 132 | 2 |
| 2010 MAZDA3 | 686 | 3 |
| 2009 MAZDA3 | 115 | 3 |
| 2008 MAZDA3 | 303 | 2 |
| 2007 | 222 | 2 |
| 2006 MAZDA3 | 166 | 1 |
| 2005 MAZDA3 | 97 | 2 |
| 2004 MAZDA3 | 145 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mazda MAZDA3?
Owners most often report steering, air bags, engine problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 89 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Mazda MAZDA3?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 Mazda MAZDA3 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MAZDA3 model years, the 2007 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.