2013 MAZDA MAZDA2 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
15
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
6
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2013 MAZDA MAZDA2
The 2013 MAZDA MAZDA2 has received a total of 15 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STEERING. 6 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mazda Motor Corp. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Steering (4 complaints), Electrical System (2 complaints), and Seats (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2013 MAZDA MAZDA2
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2013 MAZDA MAZDA2, potentially affecting up to 578 vehicles.
Recall 16V203000 — STEERING
| 578 vehicles affected
Defect: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 2, 2015, 2013-2014 Mazda2 vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to August 8, 2014, 2014-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2013, to December 2, 2015, and 2013-2015 CX-9 vehicles manufactured December 6, 2012, to July 31, 2015. The lower mounting nuts and...
Consequence: If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower mounting nuts and bolts that secure the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle. If the bolts are loose, they will be replaced and then correctly tightened, free of charge....
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2013 MAZDA MAZDA2
15 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 MAZDA MAZDA2. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA 2. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP LIGHT, SMOKE APPEARED FROM THE CD PLAYER AND FLAMES APPEARED FROM THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO GROOVE MAZDA (LOCATED AT 10301 E ARAPAHOE RD, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112, (720) 399-4467) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT AN ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTION CAUSED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 64,000. *TR*JB
DRIVER'S SEAT CAME UNATTACHED FROM THE FLOOR MOUNTED SLIDES/BRACKETS THAT ALLOW FOR LEG LENGTH ADJUSTMENTS. CAR WAS IN MOTION, TRAVELLING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, AND IN THE CENTER OF THREE LANES OF TRAFFIC AT THE TIME. I PULLED OVER AND EXAMINED THE SEAT. WASHERS WERE UNDER THE SEAT, AND THE SEAT WOULD MOVE UP AND DOWN 8-10 INCHES ON THE LEFT (DOOR-SIDE) SIDE. SEAT WAS STILL ATTACHED TO BRACKETS/SLIDES ON THE RIGHT (CENTER-LINE / GEAR-LEVER) SIDE.
A RECALL WAS ISSUED ON THE 2011 MAZDA 2 MODELS RELATED TO A PROBLEM WITH THE SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTER MECHANISM BECOMING LOOSE. BASED ON THE DESCRIPTION OF THE ISSUE, MY 2013 MAZDA 2 IS EXHIBITING THE SAME ISSUE. THE SEAT 'ROCKS' BACK AND FORTH, AS IF IT'S ONLY PARTLY SECURED. I CONTACTED MAZDA AND THEY REITERATED THAT THE 2013 MODEL IS NOT CURRENTLY COVERED UNDER THEIR RECALL, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM IS CLEARLY PRESENT ON MINE. IT IS MAZDA'S RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT ALL SEAT MECHANISMS ARE FUNCTIONING SAFELY AND SECURELY. THE ISSUE WAS NOTICED EARLIER THIS YEAR AND HAS SUBSEQUENTLY GOTTEN WORSE.
Safety Rating for the 2013 MAZDA MAZDA2
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2013 MAZDA MAZDA2 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2013 MAZDA MAZDA2
Mazda Motor Corp. has issued 6 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2013 MAZDA MAZDA2. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
07-004-25a — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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...
MT-001-21 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal Workshop Manual diagnosis. Aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical concern. Ask the customer if any aftermarket devices have been installed.
09-001-17 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH
Excessive condensation or water within the headlamp assembly caustion.
02-002-14-2949 — SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CREAK/SQUEAK TYPE NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS. NOISE MAY BE CAUSED BY THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ROD SURFACE (A) STICKING TO THE BUMP STOPPER (B) AND/OR THE BUMP STOPPER STICKING TO THE MOUNTING BASE (C).
09-043-12 — SEATS
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
09-043-12-2676A — SEATS
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN ABOUT A RATTLE NOISE IN THE DRIVERS SEAT (A) WHEN STOPPING OR STARTING THE VEHICLE. THIS RATTLE NOISE IS CAUSED BY A GAP BETWEEN THE SEAT FRAME AND THE LINK BRACKET. TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, A BRACKET AND SEAT SPRING ARE ATTACHED TO THE INNER AND...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2013 MAZDA MAZDA2
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MAZDA MAZDA2
- 2011 MAZDA MAZDA2 — 17 complaints
- 2012 MAZDA MAZDA2 — 13 complaints
- 2013 MAZDA MAZDA2 (current)
- 2014 MAZDA MAZDA2 — 15 complaints
- 2015 MAZDA MAZDA2 — 0 complaints
- 2016 MAZDA MAZDA2 — 0 complaints
- 2017 MAZDA MAZDA2 — 0 complaints
- 2018 MAZDA MAZDA2 — 0 complaints
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- MAZDA CX-5 — 3,005 total complaints
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- MAZDA TRIBUTE — 2,830 total complaints
- MAZDA CX-9 — 1,786 total complaints
- MAZDA CX-7 — 1,539 total complaints
- MAZDA PROTEGE — 1,377 total complaints