Mazda MAZDASPEED3 Problems by Year
Mazda MAZDASPEED3 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical MAZDASPEED3 year: 2007, 2008, 2010. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 MAZDASPEED3: 38 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2008 MAZDASPEED3: 33 complaints, 1 recall
- 2010 MAZDASPEED3: 32 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2013 MAZDASPEED3: 3 complaints, 1 recall
- 2009 MAZDASPEED3: 4 complaints, 1 recall
- 2011 MAZDASPEED3: 5 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mazda MAZDASPEED3 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 46 | 5 | 0 |
| Seats | 22 | 4 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 12 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Suspension | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Wheels | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Mazda MAZDASPEED3 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 MAZDASPEED3 | 3 | 1 | — | Seats | |
| 2012 MAZDASPEED3 | 6 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2011 MAZDASPEED3 | 5 | 2 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2010 MAZDASPEED3 | 32 | 2 | — | Seats | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2009 MAZDASPEED3 | 4 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2008 MAZDASPEED3 | 33 | 1 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2007 MAZDASPEED3 | 38 | 2 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mazda MAZDASPEED3 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2007 (38), 2008 (33), 2010 (32) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical MAZDASPEED3 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mazda MAZDASPEED3?
Power Train, with 46 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.