2012 MAZDA MAZDA2 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
13
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
12
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2012 MAZDA MAZDA2
The 2012 MAZDA MAZDA2 has received a total of 13 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 12 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mazda Motor Corp. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bags (3 complaints), Service Brakes (2 complaints), and Steering (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2012 MAZDA MAZDA2
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 MAZDA MAZDA2. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2012 MAZDA MAZDA2
13 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 MAZDA MAZDA2. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
My wife and daughter and I were driving out of the driveway. The driver's seat came completely detached from the frame and I ended up rotated and laying backwards in the driver seat. This is extremely dangerous and could cause serious injury or death. This was a recall for 2010 and 2011 models but this was manufactured in 12/11 so it didn't fall into the recall. This is exactly the issue that was described in the recall.
STEERING HAS BEEN MAKING A CLUNKING NOISE WHEN TURNING. HOWEVER, ON 4/30/2020 UPON TURNING ONTO THE ENTRANCE RAMP TO THE INTERSTATE, STEERING AND BRAKING BOTH WENT OUT AND SWERVED BACK AND FORTH BETWEEN THE RAMP BARRIERS AND FORTUNATELY MADE IT ONTO A SHOULDER WITH OUT GETTING HIT OR HITTING A BARRIER. HAD TO BE TOWED TO MAZDA DEALER FOR SERVICE.
STEERING HAS BEEN MAKING A CLUNKING NOISE WHEN TURNING. HOWEVER, ON 4/30/2020 UPON TURNING ONTO THE ENTRANCE RAMP TO THE INTERSTATE, STEERING AND BRAKING BOTH WENT OUT AND SWERVED BACK AND FORTH BETWEEN THE RAMP BARRIERS AND FORTUNATELY MADE IT ONTO A SHOULDER WITH OUT GETTING HIT OR HITTING A BARRIER. HAD TO BE TOWED TO MAZDA DEALER FOR SERVICE.
AFTER 3,000 - 5,000 MILES OF DRIVING EACH TIME, A VIBRATION BEGINS AND QUICKLY LEADS TO VIOLENT VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEN BRAKING FROM ANY SIGNIFICANT SPEED (30 + MPH). ESPECIALLY VIOLENT WHEN BRAKING FROM HIGHWAY SPEEDS TO AN EXIT RAMP. ALSO, THE AIR BAG SENSOR IS ON. AND THE DEALER TRYIN TO FIX IT BUT CAME AGAIN.
AFTER 3,000 - 5,000 MILES OF DRIVING EACH TIME, A VIBRATION BEGINS AND QUICKLY LEADS TO VIOLENT VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEN BRAKING FROM ANY SIGNIFICANT SPEED (30 + MPH). ESPECIALLY VIOLENT WHEN BRAKING FROM HIGHWAY SPEEDS TO AN EXIT RAMP. ALSO, THE AIR BAG SENSOR IS ON. AND THE DEALER TRYIN TO FIX IT BUT CAME AGAIN.
Safety Rating for the 2012 MAZDA MAZDA2
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2012 MAZDA MAZDA2 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2012 MAZDA MAZDA2
Mazda Motor Corp. has issued 12 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2012 MAZDA MAZDA2. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
07-002-19-3616a — EQUIPMENT
A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is caused by condensation, dust, and pollen within...
00-003-19-3583 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually.
00-003-18-3480a — EQUIPMENT
Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for MNAO authorized equipment. The Pro-Cut On-Car Brake Lathe has been added to the MNAO authorized equipment program. NOTE: Accu-turn is still an approved brake lathe, but it is no longer available for purchase from our...
05-008-16 — EQUIPMENT
Whining noise from automatic transaxle. Some customers may complain of a whining noise from the automatic transaxle when driving at 10 mph and above the noise: Depands on the vehicle's speed oinly (the more speed, the more noise) Occurs with all types of dr iving (acceleration, deceleration, steady speed) Does...
MTI_1034 — VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
THIS ARTICLE PROVIDES HVAC HEATER/DEFROSTER OPERATING TIPS USING MODE SELECTOR DIAL. THIS INCLUDES THE USE OF INTERMEDIATE POSITIONS.
09-003-16-3130 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF CONDENSATION/FOG INSIDE THE FRONT (HEADLAMP/HEADLIGHT) OR REAR (TAILLAMP/TAIL-LIGHT) COMBINATION LIGHTS. THE RECENT NEW MODELS HAVE BEEN FITTED WITH A CLEAR LENS WHICH CAN CAUSE THE SYMP-TOM TO BE MORE NOTICEABLE, HOWEVER, IT DOES NOT AFFECT THE PERFORMANCE OF THE LIGHT. THIS CONDENSATION/FOG IS A NATURAL...
09-029-15-3062 — EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE FUEL FILLER LID WILL NOT OPEN/CLOSE. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY SNOW WITH ROAD SALT BEING BROUGHT INTO THE FOOTWELL AREA. THE MELTED SALT WATER THEN FLOWS ALONG THE OPENER LEVER (A) AND ENTERS INTO THE CABLE (B) CAUSING THE INNER-CABLE TO CORRODE AND SEIZE. TO...
02-002-14 — SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
06-001-13 — STEERING
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
01-012-13 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2012 MAZDA MAZDA2
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MAZDA MAZDA2
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- 2016 MAZDA MAZDA2 — 0 complaints
- 2017 MAZDA MAZDA2 — 0 complaints
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