Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 01-006-11 | 02/09/2011 | 10037951 | Ready | 06/08/2011 | |
| 01-006-11 | 02/09/2011 | 10037951 | Mazda: a malfunction light is on with a stored trouble code. *rm | 06/08/2011 | |
| 0100206 | 01/26/2006 | 10019253 | Engine misfire diagnostic procedures - service tip. *tt | 02/22/2006 | |
| 11012005 | 11/01/2005 | 10018519 | 2.0l (lf) engine differences. *tt | 01/04/2006 | |
| 0101505 | 04/15/2005 | 10016075 | Front crankshaft bolt service warning. *sc | 08/19/2005 | |
| 0102105 | 08/08/2007 | 0103507 | 10015945 | Engine vibration/ knocking noise/ no. 3 engine mount rubber broken. *sc updated on 09/25/07. *nj | 08/17/2005 |
| 0104104 | 03/04/2005 | 0101305 | 10015692 | Engine hard start (cranks but takes 10 seconds or longer to start). *tt | 08/04/2005 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| SB-01-028-10 | 08/20/2010 | 10034634 | Mazda: variable valve timing (vvt) noise when starting engine. when engine is first started, some vehicles may exhibit a loud ticking noise from the variable valve timing (vvt) (a). this is caused by the lock pin of the variable valve tim | 12/13/2010 | |
| SB-01-012-09 | 04/09/2009 | 10030349 | Mazda: mil comes on with p2004/check valve stuck open. some vehicles may experience an mil that comes on with dtc p2004 (variable tumble shutter valve stuck open). the cause may be the check valve in the intake manifold vacuum chamber being | 09/23/2009 | |
| SB-01-007-09 | 02/11/2009 | 10028524 | Mazda: vehicles may exhibit a concern of unstable idling or, in some rare cases, stalling, just after the vehicle stops with no dtcs detected. problem is due to the accumulation of carbon deposits inside the throttle body causing air flow | 05/06/2009 | |
| 01-003-08 | 07/30/2008 | 10026025 | Mazda: engine stalls when driving at low speed. *pe | 09/24/2008 | |
| 01-024/08 | 04/11/2008 | 10024863 | Mil comes on with dtc p2006 / variable tumble shutter valve can not completely close. *nj | 06/03/2008 | |
| 0102207 | 08/08/2007 | 10022488 | Engine stalls when driving at low speeds. *kb | 08/15/2007 | |
| 0103306 | 08/25/2006 | 10020335 | Engine rpm drops/engine stalls. *tt | 09/14/2006 | |
| 0100803 | 12/23/2004 | 0104604 | 10002275 | Oil filter cartridge removal. *tt engine oil filter cartridge housing cover damage. *tt | 08/20/2003 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||||
| 0100305 | 01/18/2005 | 10016679 | Drive belt pulley breakage / charging warning light on / overheating. *tt | 09/27/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||||
| 00204 | 10/26/2004 | 00204 | 10010540 | Evaporative emmissions and reciver adapters. *eh | 11/30/2004 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||||
| SB-01-012-09 | 04/09/2009 | 10030349 | Mazda: mil comes on with p2004/check valve stuck open. some vehicles may experience an mil that comes on with dtc p2004 (variable tumble shutter valve stuck open). the cause may be the check valve in the intake manifold vacuum chamber being | 09/23/2009 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 08/27/2007 | 44000 | ||
| Plague with fuel system problem. 1st time check engine came on, when car reached 44,000 miles. i took it to dealer, they ran a diagnostic, and replaced the o2 sensor. warranty covered. 2nd time check engine came on at 51,000 miles. dealer replaced 2 of the fuel injectors. when car reach 85,000 miles, engine started sputtering when i pressed gas pedal, engine just dies on the street. this time dealer said fuel pump might be bad. so we got it replaced for $800. when car reach 100,000 miles i had fuel line cleaned from fuel tank to the fuel injectors, and replaced spark plugs. at 105,000 miles check engine light came on again. i took car to autozone parts and had it read. the code says, p2004 (variable tumble shutter valve stuck open). the next day i was going take it to a local auto repair shop and have it looked at, but on my way the check engine light wasn't lit anymore, so i drove straight to work. 3 days after, check engine light came on again, so i just ignored it. and 2 days later, it disappeared. all these time, since i bought my car i never missed a regular maintenance, i.e., oil change, air filter change, flushed fluids. the car has gone through tire replacement, new brakes pads, new battery. right now, the check engine light is not lit. | |||
| 11/12/2010 | 73000 | ||
| I developed a tick in the engine, took to dealer who diagnosed the shutter valve inside the intake manifold was coming apart. took it to another independent mazda repair shop and was told the valve is actually just stuck open. both shops quoted a $1500 repair bill. this should not happen to a car that is only 5 1/2 years old. you can't just replace the plastic shutter valve, you have to repace the entire intake manifold (that part costs $1000). since i only paid $14,000 total for the whole car, i am very upset with (my 1st and last) mazda. i will repair and sell asap. | |||
| 06/07/2010 | 65915 | ||
| Hi, i have two issues due to: electrical problem: airbag warning light may come on due to damaged pretensioner sensor wiring breakage from adjusting the seat. (2005) . this was on saturday 30,nov 2009. the airbag may not deploy when the vehicle is involved in a crash. check-engine light: the check engine light illuminate, issues due to a valve in the intake system jamming. the dealer mazda in ponce, puerto rico, check this issues, this is the part # lf82-18-740 valve,sole & lf70-15-170 they said to repair those parts. my car is out of warranty. thank you. | |||
| 07/01/2009 | 1 | ||
| Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). hello, i own a 2005 mazda 3. 2.3 motor. i am having a lot of difficulties with two motor mounts. the vehicle only has 60,000 miles on it and the two are already broken. after reading several reviews and after going to several auto mechanics it has been brought to my acknowledgement that many consumers are having problems with these motor mounts. the motor mounts cause intense vibration while slowing and speeding. it is pretty scary. i which they would not only call the part a defect but recall it. i feel it is not safe to drive the vehicle and all the auto mechanics tell me the same. mazda of course states it is not a hazard. when someone's engines drops out of the vehicle due to the motor mounts failing because they are defective i ensure they will readvise their judgment. [xxx]*tr | |||
| 09/24/2009 | 50000 | 1 | |
| 2005 mazda3 sedan, passenger side engine mount(#3), mount cracked, requiring replacement, causing engine vibration, potential engine damage. part replaced by dealer. *tr | |||
| 12/13/2008 | 56000 | 1 | |
| Motor mount broke and leaked in 2005 mazda 3 5-door. fixed at dealership at cost of $220. *tr | |||
| 09/01/2006 | 20000 | 4 | 02/24/2005 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving 50 mph on a highway, all power failed as the vehicle was steered to the left into traffic on 4 separate occasions. the vehicle was restarted and taken to the service dealer for inspection after the first three occasions, but diagnostics failed to recreate the failure. on the 4th occasion when the power failed, the vehicle impacted the guardrail head on. emergency medical and police responded to the accident and a police report was taken. the contact sustained minor injuries to the shoulder along with bruising to the upper body. seatbelts were worn at the time of the accident. the vehicle was towed to the service dealer and the manufacturer was notified. photos were taken by the contact. updated 10/31/2006 - *nm | |||
| 08/05/2005 | 2000 | 1 | 04/09/2005 |
| Dt: the contact stated 2005 mazda died on the highway while going approximately 5-15 mph. this is the first incident of this kind. it happened on 8-5-05. right before vehicle died several lights came on, but she did not know wihich ones. about 15 minutes later vehicle restarted. the dealer could not duplicate the problem. she was going to take it back to the dealer to see if they could duplicate the problem. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 09/25/2009 | 40000 | 1 | |
| Within 3 months, 2005 mazda 3s has had a seized ac compressor (near fire) and blown passenger side electrical junction box. *tr | |||
| 08/07/2009 | 39000 | 1 | |
| 2005 mazda 3s with only 39k miles broke down with heavy smoke, near fire, fortunately at dia airport. towed to local denver mazda dealer, who diagnosed a seized a/c compressor. contacted mazda national customer care, who covered the $1k cost of the new compressor, with me picking up the labor. out of warranty, barely; this kind of thing should not happen for a young vehicle, original owner, with pampered preventative mnx per schedule. i do appreciate the fact mazda stepped up to compensate a majority of the repair cost. i continue to be very annoyed at the poor brake design, that squeals most of the time, using oem parts, especially in reverse in colder temps. *tr | |||
| 03/11/2008 | 52000 | 1 | |
| 2005 mazda 3 air compressor goes out, lines fry under hood after doing some research on the issue on the internet, i found that many individuals are having the same issue under 60,000 miles and the a/c never works to maximum output. contacted mazda and while they say they are aware of the problem, no recall has been proposed, therefore i was redirected to this site. contacted mazda over a year ago under the advice of 2 mechanics who insisted this incident should not happen to such a young car. they said i'm lucky there was no fire since all my lines nearly fried and mazda needs to be made aware, especially after my mechanic did his own research on my behalf and seem to agree this is too common. i have been following up with mazda's customer care and while they are empathetic, there's no solution for anyone experiencing this issue. last spoke to jennifer at mazda x1170 on 6-29-29 who suggested i fill out this form! thank you for your time and help. *tr | |||
| 04/01/2008 | 40000 | 1 | |
| I was driving my 2005 mazda 3 to the dealership to get it serviced, engine noise, and it caught fire less than a block from the dealership.. mazda stated that they are not at fault even though my car is still under warranty.. *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 10/20/2009 | 1 | ||
| 2005 mazda 3 hatchback with 55k miles had engine mount crack. quick search online appears this is a common problem. *tr | |||
| 04/02/2009 | 56000 | 1 | |
| We have had a 2005 mazda 3 hatchback for little over a year and a half. we bought the car with 30,000 miles and have added around 26,000 more. regularly keeping it serviced on our own accord with out taking it in to the dealership. the engine began making a knocking sound in the engine that seemed to be getting worse with time. after about a week we decided to take the car into the dealership. their investigation found that there were metal shavings in the oil and that engine was failing (in 2005 car with only 56,000 miles on it) and that it would cost 7000$ for a new engine. we believed this to be a faulty engine rather than owner liability. we tried to contact mazda customer service. they were rude and belligerent. when asked to speak to the supervisor, she was also rude and unresponsive. when asked to speak to someone else at the company above her, she denied us the right to complain to anyone further. since then, we have had to park the car until enough money can be saved to fix an engine that in our eyes is defective, and further deal with a company that is not very helpful to it's customers. *tr | |||
| 04/15/2008 | 108000 | 4 | 01/18/2005 |
| My mazda3 2005 has had an a/c compressor problem. this expensive part has been replaced 4 times to no avail. it fails again every time, and mazda insists there is no problem with the part. *tr | |||
| 02/27/2007 | 1 | 11/17/2004 | |
| While driving on the highway, on a 2005 mazda 3s with 39,000 miles, about 30-35 mph had to slow down due to the car in front of me, upon acceleration to regain desired speed the car stalled, lost all steering and braking system, almost getting rear ended. the check engine and battery light came on, indicating that the car had lost power, by then i barely had enough momentum to pull into the median and turn on my hazards lights. took a few tries to get the car back on. this is a serious safety issue, due to the fact that all steering and braking system is lost when this happens. mazda dealership service dept is looking at the issue. *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 03/12/2007 | 30000 | 2 | 05/17/2005 |
| 2005 mazda 3 with 30k miles. about a month ago the car started hesitating while driving and then stalling when stopped. the check engine light came on. brought it to the dealer and they indicated it was the oxygen sensor, which they replaced later in the week. it's been three days now and i'm experiencing the same problem. check engine light came on again. i'll give dealer one more chance to diagnose and fix the problem or i'll try someone else. *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| 2005 mazda3 catalytic converter failure. consumer wants to know is there a warranty that covers the catalytic converter for 8 yrs/80,000 miles. *nj | |||