Known faults for Mazda.

Most common faults

Sorted by how many of this make's models each entry applies to.

1. Mazda Mazda3 weak points from its inspection record3 models

   Known weak pointsMazda3 (BL) · Mazda3 (BM/BN) · Mazda3 (BP)

2. Oil diluted with diesel during particulate filter regenerations (Mazda6 GH 2.2 diesel on short trips)2 models

   EngineMazda6 (GH) · CX-7 (ER)

3. Mazda CX-5 weak points from its inspection record2 models

   Known weak pointsCX-5 (KE) · CX-5 (KF)

4. Manual gearbox that shifts badly from 2nd to 3rd or 3rd to 4th and ends up failing (MX-5 ND)1 model

   GearboxMX-5 (ND)

5. The CX-60 plug-in hybrid loses all drive in electric mode or at traffic lights because the inverter overheats (up to model year 2023)1 model

   Electric driveCX-60 (KH)

6. Will not start because of a flat 12 V battery on the Yaris and Yaris Cross hybrids1 model

   Electrical and electronic systemsMazda2 Hybrid

7. Mazda CX-3 weak points from its inspection record1 model

   Known weak pointsCX-3 (DK)

8. Mazda CX-30 weak points from its inspection record1 model

   Known weak pointsCX-30 (DM)

Models by era

Grouped by the launch year of each generation. Photos show the generation listed; if there is no verified photo, no other car is shown instead.

Recalls

Check what each recall covers: market, production period and VIN. Ask the manufacturer whether a repair is outstanding.

• Mazda airbag and seat-belt recalls (2016–2024)Airbags and seat belts
• Mazda brake recalls (2017–2025)Brakes
• Mazda steering recalls (2016–2024)Steering
• Mazda fuel-system recalls (2010–2025)Fuel system
• Mazda electric and hybrid drive recalls (2018–2023)Electric drive
• Mazda wheel, axle and suspension recalls (2007–2023)Suspension and steering