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2018 Mazda Mazda3: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

4Safety recalls
108Owner complaints
5★NHTSA overall
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The 2018 Mazda Mazda3 has 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns and 108 owner complaints on file, with an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether recalls apply, whether repairs were completed, and what to verify before you buy.

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Safety record reviewed October 2026 · sourced from NHTSA

The 2018 Mazda Mazda3 has 4 safety recall campaigns and 108 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public model-level safety record. To see whether a specific Mazda3 had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

1

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Campaign 19V272000 · 04/04/2019

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. A defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.

RiskReduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.
RemedyMazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.
2

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

Campaign 17V745000 · 21/11/2017

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3 vehicles, equipped with an incorrect exhaust valve spring. The incorrect exhaust valve spring may fail while driving, potentially causing an engine stall.

RiskAn engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
RemedyMazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace any incorrect exhaust valve springs, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1717K.
3

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Campaign 21V875000 · 12/11/2021

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.

RiskFuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
RemedyDealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.
4

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Campaign 23V487000 · 14/07/2023

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.

RiskA rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
RemedyDealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.

What owners complain about

The systems 2018 Mazda Mazda3 owners report most often to federal regulators:

Electrical System30
Unknown Or Other26
Visibility16
Wiper16
Back Over Prevention15
Engine12

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Overall★★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Mazda Mazda3 have any recalls?

Yes. The 2018 Mazda Mazda3 has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.

What problems do 2018 Mazda Mazda3 owners report?

Owners have filed 108 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2018 Mazda Mazda3, most often about the electrical system, unknown or other, visibility.

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