1995 MAZDA MX-3
1 recalls, 12 complaints - 29 TSBs
97V116000 Jul 22, 1997
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION INCREASES THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GUARD ASSEMBLY WHICH WILL PREVENT THE BROKEN COIL SPRING FROM CONTACTING THE TIRE. IN ADDITION TO PERFORMING THE RECALL CAMPAIGN, MAZDA IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE ON THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS FOR THE LIFT OF THE VEHICLE. IF OWNERS HAVE ALREADY PAID FOR THE REPAIR OR REP... Read more
Complaint Statistics
12 total complaints
6 crashes 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS | 1 |
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Jun 27, 2007
Incident date: Jun 1, 2006
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 MAZDA MX-3. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. HE REMOVED THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT TIRE AND NOTICED THAT THE COIL SPRING HAD FAILED. HIS VIN IS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL # 97V116000 (SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 5, 1999
Incident date: Nov 1, 1996
NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAGS DURING HEAD ON COLLISION WITH UTILITY POLE.
Crash
2 injured
SUSPENSION
Jul 16, 1998
Incident date: Jan 25, 1996
CONSUMER HAVE BEEN CONTINUALLY EXPRIENCING SUSPENSION PROBLEMS. REPLACED TIRE EVERY 3000 MILES. DEALER NOTIFIED, BUT MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO ALLOW DEALER TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM FOR UNKNOWN REASON. *AK
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Jul 16, 1998
Incident date: Jan 25, 1996
CONSUMER HAVE BEEN CONTINUALLY EXPRIENCING SUSPENSION PROBLEMS. REPLACED TIRE EVERY 3000 MILES. DEALER NOTIFIED, BUT MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO ALLOW DEALER TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM FOR UNKNOWN REASON. *AK
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 16, 1998
Incident date: Jan 25, 1996
CONSUMER HAVE BEEN CONTINUALLY EXPRIENCING SUSPENSION PROBLEMS. REPLACED TIRE EVERY 3000 MILES. DEALER NOTIFIED, BUT MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO ALLOW DEALER TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM FOR UNKNOWN REASON. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Oct 9, 1997
Incident date: Sep 1, 1996
BRAKES LOCK UP WHEN DRIVING IN RAIN, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Dec 13, 1996
Incident date: Nov 19, 1996
AT STOP LIGHT, PROCEEDED FORWARD, TRUCK MAKING RIGHT TURN, APPLIED BRAKES, VEHICLE SLID INTO TRUCK, PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, BUT DRIVER'S SIDE DID NOT; TRUCK LEFT SCENE OF ACCIDENT. *AK
Crash
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Dec 10, 1996
Incident date: Nov 26, 1996
DRIVING VEHICLE AT SPEED OF 25MPH, MAKING A RIGHT, VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL DUE FAULTY SUSPENSION, IMPACT 12:00, AND FLIPPED OVER. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Sep 24, 1996
Incident date: Aug 9, 1996
NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S/PASSENGER'S AIR BAGD DURING A FRONTAL IMPACT. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 17, 1996
Incident date: Jan 11, 1996
THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION THE PASSENGER AIRBAG DEPLOYED BUT THE DRIVERS DID NOT. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 4, 1996
Incident date: Sep 20, 1995
WHEN IN ACCIDENT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG COMPARTMENT LID HIT WINDSHIELD WHEN AIR BAG DEPLOYED AND SHATTERED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 11, 1995
Incident date: May 1, 1995
WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED ELECTRICAL ITEMS WOULD DIM. GIVE MORE DETAILS. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1995 MAZDA MX-3
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 31.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,450 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 25.0 | 34.0 | 28.0 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 1.9L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 1.9L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1995 MAZDA MX-3
29 manufacturer communications from 24 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 2 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 2 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 2 |
| 162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID | 1 |
| 114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 1 |
| 063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) | 1 |
MT-002-22
Feb 24, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Radio Unlocking Codes.
09-009-19-3566
Jan 14, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to co
09-034-18-3430a
Oct 10, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to co
09-034-18-3430a
Oct 10, 2018
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to co
09-034-18-3430
Aug 31, 2018
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to co
09-035-17-3080
Aug 7, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer?s responsibility to co
09-035-17-3080
Aug 7, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer?s responsibility to co
0900716
Feb 17, 2016
117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Speedometer replacement procedure
09-034-14-2956
Aug 15, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATIONS, FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE LISTED BELOW WHEN REPLACING A SPEEDOMETER.NOTE:?MAZDA VEHICLES ARE MANUFACTURED WITH TAMPER-PROOF SPEEDOMETERS.?WHEN A SPEEDOMETER IS REPLACED, THE NEW SPEEDOMETER WILL READ ZERO
0102504
Jul 21, 2004
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
BATTERY TEST PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS. *TT
0902604
Jul 1, 2004
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
SPEEDOMETER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT
01299
Aug 23, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING PAINT DAMAGE - IRON PARTICLES / INDUSTRIAL FALLOUT / ACID RAIN. *TT
00299
Jul 16, 1999
034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
EXPERIENCING POPPING NOISE FROM FRONT BRAKE CALIPER DURING SLOW SPEED BRAKING. *TT
01098
Oct 14, 1998
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ERRATIC SHIFTING, O/D OFF INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHING WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON AS A RESULT OF THE VALVE BODY HARNESS (TRANSAXLE FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT) BEING PINCHED BY A METAL CLIP WHICH IS ATTACH
00998
Sep 30, 1998
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SELECTOR LEVER IS DIFFICULT TO OPERATE. *YC
00998
Sep 30, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION REGARDING A/T SELECTOR LEVER HARD TO OPERATE. *YC
00598
Apr 22, 1998
150000 SEAT BELTS
INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT EXTENDERS. *YC
00198
Apr 15, 1998
010000 STEERING
CONDITIONS WITH STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER. *YC
00198
Feb 16, 1998
100000 POWER TRAIN
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO TACH NEEDLE WHICH IS STUCK ON WRONG SIDE OF STOPPER PIN. *YC
00198
Feb 16, 1998
100000 POWER TRAIN
COMPLAINTS OF TACH NEEDLE STUCK ON WRONG SIDE OF STOPPER PIN. *YC
97102302097
Oct 23, 1997
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
PRE-PAINTING PREPARATIONS FOR FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS. *YC
012/97T
Jun 19, 1997
100000 POWER TRAIN
TACH NEEDLE STUCK ON WRONG SIDE OF STOPPER PIN. *TW
004/97B
May 19, 1997
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
PARTIAL ENGINE REPLACEMENT (PCV SYSTEM MODIFICATION). *TW
008/97
May 19, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
USE OF A/C TRACER DYE. *TW
007/97T
Apr 25, 1997
140000 AIR BAGS
PARTS REPLACEMENT AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. *TW
001/97G
Apr 8, 1997
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY - DIAGNOSTIC AND CHARGING PROCEDURE. *TW
002/97U
Feb 7, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
RATTLING/BUZZING NOISE DURING A/C OPERATION. *TW
003/97G
Jan 19, 1997
114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE - CIRCUIT BREAKER ACTIVATION. *TW
S009/95
Feb 1, 1995
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
HINGE HOLDER BREAKAGE. *TW
MAZDA MX-3 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MAZDA MX-3 across all model years (1994, 1995).
2
Total Recalls
37
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
14
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths