2010 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MAZDASPEED3 years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Mazda MAZDASPEED3. That ranks 3rd out of 7 MAZDASPEED3 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is seats (18 complaints, 56%), typically at around 71,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 32owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2010 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 18 | 56% | 71,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 5 | 16% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 13% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 9% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 9% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 6% | 101,685 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 6% | 62,185 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 3% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 3% | 49,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 3% | 60,300 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 3% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 3% | 84,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3% | 64,369 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 84,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2010 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seats
Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2011 Mazda2 and 2010-2011 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles equipped with a manual seat lifter. In the affected vehicles, the seat height adjustment lifter links may break or detach from the seat frame and the seat angle may incline causing the driver to not be able to maintain an appropriate driving position.
Risk: If the driver cannot maintain an appropriate driving position, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat lifter links and install a reinforcement bracket to the lifter links, or replace the entire seat adjuster unit, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0917B.
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured November 18, 2008, to June 8, 2013, 2012-2015 Mazda5 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2010, to June 22, 2015, 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 26, 2015, and 2013-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured December 15, 2011, to December 26, 2015. On the affected vehicles, the lift gate support struts may corrode, possibly causing the struts to break and/or the lift gate to drop unexpectedly.
Risk: If the lift gate falls unexpectedly, it may hit the user, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Mazda dealers will replace the both lift gate supports, free of charge, however parts are not currently available. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9916H.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mazda 3. While driving, the vehicle stalled without warning and the steering wheel seized. The vehicle would stall for two seconds before independently restarting. The contact also mentioned that the dashboard was sticky. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an…
Blinking air bag indicator light shortly after mazda service recall for seat replacement. Mazda dealer refused to diagnose the issue which later found to be loose connector under the seat. Connector was unclipped during assembly of new vehicle bracket and not reinstalled properly. Owner also had…
Water intermittently leaks into passenger side headlight.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mazda 3. While driving 70 mph, the driver side curtain air bag inadvertently deployed without warning or impact. The contact sustained a minor bruise to the ribs. Medical attention was not required. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (fairway mazda of savannah 10101…
While driving, the swing arm which attaches the adjustment bar under the driver seat cushion to the left seat slider broke. The seat rocks freely approximately 1 foot, making the seatbelt useless and the car could not be driven safely. I had to remove the seat and re-weld the swing arm. The dealer…
Other Mazda MAZDASPEED3 years
← 2009 MAZDASPEED3 · 2011 MAZDASPEED3 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 MAZDASPEED3 | 3 | 1 |
| 2012 MAZDASPEED3 | 6 | 1 |
| 2011 MAZDASPEED3 | 5 | 2 |
| 2010 | 32 | 2 |
| 2009 MAZDASPEED3 | 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 2010 Mazda MAZDASPEED3?
Owners most often report seats, structure, unknown or other problems. The top one, seats, accounts for 18 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Mazda MAZDASPEED3?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2010 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 2010 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.