2006 MAZDA MAZDA3 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
224
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
9
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3
The 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3 has received a total of 224 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, EQUIPMENT. 9 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mazda Motor Corp. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Steering (27 complaints), Air Bags (25 complaints), and Engine (17 complaints).
Recalls for the 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3, potentially affecting up to 263,238 vehicles.
Recall 21V494000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
| 260,915 vehicles affected
Defect: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Mazda3 vehicles. During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.
Consequence: Plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between August 28, 2021 and October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4921G.
View full details →Recall 09E011000 — EQUIPMENT
| 2,323 vehicles affected
Defect: THULE, INC. IS RECALLING 2,323 OWNER-INSTALLED ROOF-MOUNTED FIT KITS, MODELS 3068 AND 3069, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2008 AND FEBRUARY 28, 2009 THAT ARE USED WITH THULE PODIUM FOOT PACKS, MODELS 460 AND 460R. THESE FIT KITS WERE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BOLT(S) USED TO SECURE THE FOOT TO THE VEHICLE WAS...
Consequence: THIS MAY RESULT IN THE BOLT(S) SNAPPING OFF DURING USE OR WITHOUT A LOAD. THE UNSECURED RACK AND LOAD CAN THEN COME LOOSE WHILE DRIVING CREATING A POTENTIAL ROAD HAZARD, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: THULE WILL MAIL A RETRO FIT KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS TO OWNERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE APRIL 13, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THULE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-238-2388.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3
224 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
There’s a recal in my current steering wheel of the 2006 Mazda 3 sedan i recently purchased
The rear driver's side trailing arm broke into two pieces.
Im having issues with rust the car it’s getting pretty much the car it’s falling apart the under body it’s nothing but rust I’m scared of changing a tire because there’s actually not a good grip where I can lift the car without feeling it’s going to fall apart, the rear or the disks it’s falling by chunks and just yesterday the rear shock plate broke out of place because it’s way too rust same thing with my muffler I don’t feel safe I’m My car which I love, I truly do but I feel like at any minute its just going to break apart right now it’s the shock rear driver side but I feel like next a tire or my brake disks are going to break like I said I don’t even feel safe to change a tire
Im having issues with rust the car it’s getting pretty much the car it’s falling apart the under body it’s nothing but rust I’m scared of changing a tire because there’s actually not a good grip where I can lift the car without feeling it’s going to fall apart, the rear or the disks it’s falling by chunks and just yesterday the rear shock plate broke out of place because it’s way too rust same thing with my muffler I don’t feel safe I’m My car which I love, I truly do but I feel like at any minute its just going to break apart right now it’s the shock rear driver side but I feel like next a tire or my brake disks are going to break like I said I don’t even feel safe to change a tire
Im having issues with rust the car it’s getting pretty much the car it’s falling apart the under body it’s nothing but rust I’m scared of changing a tire because there’s actually not a good grip where I can lift the car without feeling it’s going to fall apart, the rear or the disks it’s falling by chunks and just yesterday the rear shock plate broke out of place because it’s way too rust same thing with my muffler I don’t feel safe I’m My car which I love, I truly do but I feel like at any minute its just going to break apart right now it’s the shock rear driver side but I feel like next a tire or my brake disks are going to break like I said I don’t even feel safe to change a tire
Safety Rating for the 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3
Mazda Motor Corp. has issued 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
02-001-19-3550 — SUSPENSION
Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow the inspection guidelines to determine...
04-004-18-3468 — SERVICE BRAKES
Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging. If you encounter a customer complaint for any one of these symptoms, refer to the following information to understand why symptoms may occur, and to better assist the customer in resolving their specific brake concern.
09-008-17-3324 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Take caution when cleaning plastic headlight lenses. Damage can occur when using some cleaners that contain strong acid, alkaline cleanser or organic solvent. Damage caused by using these cleaners is not covered by Mazda's New Vehicle Limited Warranty term.
SB-06-003-10 — STEERING:COLUMN
MAZDA: STEERING COLUMN SLIGHTLY MOVES IN OR OUT TELESCOPICALLY. SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SLIGHT IN OR OUT MOVEMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN IT IS PUSHED OR PULLED, EVEN WITH THE STEERING WHEEL RELEASE LEVER PROPERLY LOCKED. *PE
0100807 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE STALL AND HESITATION AFTER START-UP UNDER HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURE. *KB
0103106 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE HAS ROUGH IDLE AFTER COLD START. *TT
03012006 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
INTERMITTENT HARD TO STEER. *AK
0902505 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PASSENGER JUNCTION BOX (PJB) DIAGNOSTIC TIPS. *TT
0903004 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
FRONT WIPERS DO NOT WIPE WELL. *TT
NHTSA Investigations for the 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MAZDA MAZDA3
- 2004 MAZDA MAZDA3 — 185 complaints
- 2005 MAZDA MAZDA3 — 127 complaints
- 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3 (current)
- 2007 MAZDA MAZDA3 — 301 complaints
- 2008 MAZDA MAZDA3 — 387 complaints
- 2009 MAZDA MAZDA3 — 140 complaints
- 2010 MAZDA MAZDA3 — 918 complaints
- 2011 MAZDA MAZDA3 — 179 complaints
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