2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MAZDASPEED3 years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED3. That is the most of any MAZDASPEED3 model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is power train (17 complaints, 45%), typically at around 11,545 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 38owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 17 | 45% | 11,545 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 32% | 7,032 | — | — |
| Suspension | 4 | 11% | 12,450 | — | — |
| Tires | 4 | 11% | 11,890 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 8% | 74,200 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 8% | 4,280 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 3% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 3% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 3% | 8,780 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3% | 138,120 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the no. 4 left side engine mount bolt may loosen if a sudden rapid acceleration is repeatedly performed.
Risk: If the vehicle is continuously driven under such condition, the no. 4 engine mount bolt may loosen and pull out or break, allowing the transmission to be out of position. In extreme cases, the drive shaft may become detached. If this occurs the vehicle will lose power and will come to a stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the no. 4 engine mount bolt with a modified one, and, if necessary, replace the no. 4 engine mount rubber and bracket with new ones free of charge. The recallbegan on july 13, 2007. Owners may contact mazda at 800-222-5500 .
Equipment
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with optional accessory all weather floor mats, there is insufficient clearance between the floor mat and accelerator pedal.
Risk: In this situation it is possible that the accelerator pedal might get stuck behind the floor mat, which may prevent the vehicle from properly decelerating when the accelerator is released increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners will be instructed to return the floor mats to dealers and will be shipped a new floor mat free of charge. The recall began on march 7, 2007. Owners may contact mazda 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
- Failure of engine/transmission mount (PE07015) — opened Mar 13, 2007, closed Jul 13, 2007, led to recall 07V295000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I was driving on the freeway on my way to work and i was going about 70 mph when the car suddenly and violently jerked and dropped into 3rd gear from 5th gear.it happens at random times my a.t. Light and check engine light came on and now my car is stuck in 4th gear. I have had my transmission…
Tail light dome assembly is melted by the bulb from both side. *tr
On saturday 19 july 2014, my wife and i were driving north on highway 131, 18 miles south of grand rapids, mi when without notice the engine's number 1 cylinder blow a hole through the casting and damaging the inner axle shaft carrier bearing. When the engine blew, it caused the car to shake…
On saturday 19 july 2014, my wife and i were driving north on highway 131, 18 miles south of grand rapids, mi when without notice the engine's number 1 cylinder blow a hole through the casting and damaging the inner axle shaft carrier bearing. When the engine blew, it caused the car to shake…
I was using a michelin green x tire for about 2 years an mileage of 50000. In a 45 degree curve suddenly my tail went out of control and i ran into the middle separate of road,caused a lot of wreckage . I was told that this was because of low rear tire grip to the road. *tr
Other Mazda MAZDASPEED3 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 MAZDASPEED3 | 3 | 1 |
| 2012 MAZDASPEED3 | 6 | 1 |
| 2011 MAZDASPEED3 | 5 | 2 |
| 2010 MAZDASPEED3 | 32 | 2 |
| 2009 MAZDASPEED3 | 4 | 1 |
| 2008 MAZDASPEED3 | 33 | 1 |
| 2007 | 38 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED3?
Owners most often report power train, engine and engine cooling, suspension problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 17 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED3?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MAZDASPEED3 model years, the 2007 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.