2009 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MAZDASPEED3 years
- Not enough data 6th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Mazda MAZDASPEED3. That ranks 6th out of 7 MAZDASPEED3 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 25%), typically at around 110,960 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 25% | 110,960 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 25% | 110,960 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 25% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 25% | 37,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 25% | 4,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Problem: Mazda is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 mazda3 and mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured from january 7, 2008, through november 28, 2008. The ground terminal of the windshield wiper motor may have been inadvertently bent during assembly. If this condition exists then over time the electrical resistance of the motor circuit may increase up to a point that the windshield wipers would not work.
Risk: The loss of wiper function in adverse weather could potentially increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install an additional ground harness on the wiper motor free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before july 15, 2011. 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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Something is wrong with the design of the car...after around 4, 000 miles i needed new tires because they were wearing unevenly. With every new replacement i've gotten, they definitely have worn before they should have worn out...tire people say they are wearing unevenly and they see this with…
I was driving on the interstate and my engine shut off abruptly. I checked the engine and found a hole in the engine block. Oil trails out of the hole in the engine block. Smoke came out of the engine bay.
The driver seat rail has become loose within its internal structure causing the entire seat assembly to rock back and forth during acceleration, braking, shifting, and cornering. The issue has become more severe over the past ten thousand miles, to the point where its motion is noticeable even to…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 mazada speed3. The contact was driving approximately 65 mph when the tire pressure monitoring light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was pulled over and the contact noticed the front passenger side tire was completely flat. The contact also stated that…
Other Mazda MAZDASPEED3 years
← 2008 MAZDASPEED3 · 2010 MAZDASPEED3 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 MAZDASPEED3 | 3 | 1 |
| 2012 MAZDASPEED3 | 6 | 1 |
| 2011 MAZDASPEED3 | 5 | 2 |
| 2010 MAZDASPEED3 | 32 | 2 |
| 2009 | 4 | 1 |
| 2008 MAZDASPEED3 | 33 | 1 |
| 2007 MAZDASPEED3 | 38 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mazda MAZDASPEED3?
Owners most often report engine, power train, seats problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Mazda MAZDASPEED3?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 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 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.