2014 Mazda MAZDA3

138 complaints on file, page 1 of 7.

1. Filed Jul 9, 2026Failure Jul 1, 202670,000 milesSherman Oaks, CAParking brake

   The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that when attempting to secure the vehicle, the electric parking brake failed to engage after pulling up the hand lever. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V393000 (Parking Brake); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was previously taken to a dealer for an unrelated recall repair, but the parking brake failure was not addressed or resolved. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.

   NHTSA complaint 11749418
2. Filed Jun 14, 2026Failure May 30, 2026Cumberland, RIFuel/propulsion system

   The fuel tank leaks fuel at a full tank and smells of gas in the cabin until about 3/4 tank. Car was dripping a large puddle of gas inside of a parking garage. Problem has been reproduced by my mechanic even after replacing the fuel pump retaining ring. It has not been inspected by the manufacturer or police. CEL did not come on until recently reporting a very small EVAP leak. Inside the car and the surrounding area would smell of gasoline even if there was no leak in the ground.

   NHTSA complaint 11744056
3. Filed Jun 12, 2026Failure Feb 1, 202572,000 milesSherman Oaks, CAParking brake

   The contact's nephew owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while parked on several occasions, the parking brake failed to engage, and there was no resistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000.

   NHTSA complaint 11743735
4. Filed Mar 25, 2026Failure Jul 1, 2025Vienna, VARearview system braking

   The rear backup sensors no longer work and did not give any indication they stopped working. They do not detect cars driving up from behind when driving or switching lanes or objects or people behind the car anymore when you reverse. This happened without any notice or warning indications.

   NHTSA complaint 11727114
5. Filed Feb 27, 2026Failure Nov 3, 2025Missouri City, TXAir bags, Seat belts, Unknown or other

   Airbag warning symbol on dashboard flashes with or without passenger seated in front seat.

   NHTSA complaint 11721073
6. Filed Jan 19, 2026Failure Oct 15, 2025Front Royal, VADefroster/defogger/hvac system

   Blend door actuator linkage will not allow for heat to be turned on, will blow cool/cold air, have had it looked at and the gear teeth will not stay in line with on another to be able to turn when the knob inside the car is turned. I was told that this may be a recall but do not see anything listed, but that it is a known problem for this model of mazda 3 and ford expiditions

   NHTSA complaint 11711857
7. Filed Oct 17, 2025Failure Sep 22, 2025New York, NYFuel/propulsion system

   Gas tank is leaking from the TOP. I could smell gas after a refill (and refilling a portable tank) that I thought must have been a spill I hadn't noticed, and the smell faded. But then it happened again at the next refill, and I knew it wasn't just a spill. Brought it to our trusted mechanic who said that the TOP of the tank was rusted out (wow!)(so, not from road salt) and needs to be replaced. Not cheap, but worse, I'd been driving around in a very hazardous situation that Mazda knows happens. No warning lights, no recall. Thanks, guys. Here's a thread about this being a common issue: https://www.mazda3revolution.com/threads/2014-mazda3-fuel-tank-replacement.245797/

   NHTSA complaint 11694054
8. Filed Sep 26, 2025Failure Sep 15, 2025197,687 milesBuffalo, NYSpeedometer/odometer, Engine

   Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that the vehicle was making an abnormal growling sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 140,000. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the motor mounts needed to be replaced. It was later discovered that the Title mileage was 197,687.

   NHTSA complaint 11689873
9. Filed Jun 27, 2025Failure Jun 16, 2025Reedley, CAAir bags, Electrical system, Service brakes

   The car screen displays, GPS, for calls, radio etc, doesn’t works, it’s off, and the airbags are deactivated and they’re off as well and have to press hard on the brake to get the car to stops.

   NHTSA complaint 11669855
10. Filed Apr 21, 2025Failure Oct 25, 2024Hubbard, OHFuel/propulsion system

    Noticed strong smell of gasoline when the car was parked. Took it to an independent service dealer who diagnosed leaking fuel from top of the tank. Gas tank was removed and replaced. Tank cost was $380.00 plus repair shop labor/supplies cost. See attached invoice. During a recent online search for this vehicles current book value I noticed there was a manufactures recall issued for this same problem, that I paid to have repaired. I never received any recall notice for a leaking gas tank problem for my vehicle.

    NHTSA complaint 11655737
11. Filed Mar 29, 2025Failure Jan 1, 2021Springfield, VAUnknown or other

    Navigation touchscreen has deteriorated without any external damage to the point where it has false positives/ghost clicks. This randomly changes settings which include screen/instrument panel brightness which can be disorienting at night.

    NHTSA complaint 11651516
12. Filed Feb 5, 2025Failure Feb 2, 2025Succasunna, NJFuel/propulsion system

    Gas tank is leaking. According to the records the service recall has been repaired (via a previous owner). However, what started out as fumes is now definitely a leak and the dealership will not repair under the recall a second time.

    NHTSA complaint 11640835
13. Filed Jan 7, 2025Failure May 1, 2023Long Beach, CACamera

    Rearview camera flickers or doesn't turn on at times.

    NHTSA complaint 11634708
14. Filed Jan 4, 2025Failure Jan 1, 2018Asheville, NCUnknown or other

    My vehicle has intermittent functioning of rearview camera image while reversing. I can sometimes get it to work by opening an closing the rear hatch. Sometimes the image is clear, sometimes there is no image and sometimes it is distorted/rolls. Mazda notified me of the recall September 2023, but the company has failed to repair the defect within a reasonable amount of time.

    NHTSA complaint 11634032
15. Filed Jan 2, 2025Failure Aug 23, 2023Hereford, AZBack over prevention

    The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

    NHTSA complaint 11633721
16. Filed Nov 30, 2024Failure Jan 1, 2018Oakland, CACamera, Electrical system

    Due to improper design of the rearview camera wiring harness fastener, my rearview camera image has been distorted and flickering for years. There has been no remedy for this issue for many years now and its quite dangerous to have a camera that doesnt work at all.

    NHTSA complaint 11628054
17. Filed Nov 7, 2024Failure Nov 7, 2024San Francisco, CABack over prevention

    The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

    NHTSA complaint 11624033
18. Filed Nov 4, 2024Failure Aug 1, 2022West Orange, NJCamera

    The infotainment screen in my Mazda3 developed a large spider crack in the corner. It's available for inspection upon request. It affects my ability to read information on the screen, and partially obstructs my backup camera's image. The problem has been confirmed by both the dealer, who saw the issue firsthand, and Mazda (see Service Alert No.: SA-008/18, issued 02/20/2018 - please note, the spider crack I have is much larger than the ones in the pictures in the Service Alert). There was no warning this issue was going to affect my car, it just happened one day.

    NHTSA complaint 11623549
19. Filed Oct 29, 2024Failure Oct 29, 202462,000 milesMuncy, PAElectrical system, Engine and engine cooling

    The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while driving up an incline at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle temporarily lost motive power, and the contact became aware that the vehicle had failed to shift out of first gear. The contact stated that the vehicle returned to normal functionality; however, the failure recurred several times while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that the instrument panel was functioning erratically, and the instrument panel lights frequently remained illuminated after turning off the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the head gasket seal had failed, which resulted in an oil leak. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with electrical system failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V173000(Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 62,000.

    NHTSA complaint 11622452
20. Filed Sep 2, 2024Failure Sep 2, 2024Macomb, ILElectrical system

    In reference to the existing recall on my vehicle (Manufacturer recall # 6023G, NHTSA recall #: 23V-487), I would like to report that the vehicle manufacturer (Mazda) has yet to offer a solution to this problem, which is now over a year old. In addition to the reported distortion/flickering from the rearview camera, we are experiencing times (about 1 in 10) where the image displayed from the rearview camera is simply a blank screen. This makes operating the vehicle in reverse more difficult and dangerous, especially in situations were visibility is limited (night, dark spaces, garage parking, etc.). This is a safety issue, first and foremost, and a solution from the manufacturer is long overdue.

    NHTSA complaint 11612119