2018 Mazda Mazda3 Recalls & Safety Report
The following open safety recalls are on record with the U.S. NHTSA for the 2018 Mazda Mazda3. Recalls apply to specific VINs and build ranges. Check your VIN to confirm which affect your vehicle.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA Critical safety
Summary: 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.
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers 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.
NHTSA campaign # 23V487000 · Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations · Reported: 2023-07-14
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Critical safety
Summary: 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.
Risk: Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers 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.
NHTSA campaign # 21V875000 · Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations · Reported: 2021-11-12 · Engine/Fuel
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER Critical safety
Summary: 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.
Risk: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy: Mazda 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.
NHTSA campaign # 19V272000 · Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations · Reported: 2019-04-04 · Visibility
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM Critical safety
Summary: 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.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda 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.
NHTSA campaign # 17V745000 · Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations · Reported: 2017-11-21 · Engine/Fuel
Recall summary
This 2018 Mazda Mazda3 has 4 open recalls on record with the U.S. NHTSA.
By affected component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA — 1 recall
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP — 1 recall
- VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER — 1 recall
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM — 1 recall
By severity
- Critical safety — 4
Most recent recall reported: 2023-07-14.
Recall data is sourced from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Mazda Mazda3 have open recalls?
Yes — there are 4 open NHTSA safety recalls on record for the 2018 Mazda Mazda3. Recalls apply to specific VIN and build ranges, so check your exact VIN to confirm which affect your vehicle.
How do I check if a recall applies to my exact VIN?
This page lists recalls at the model level. Enter your 17-character VIN on our free VIN lookup to see which recalls apply to your specific car and to monitor it for new ones.
Who pays for a recall repair?
Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge by a franchised dealer for the affected make — the manufacturer covers the cost. Start by confirming your VIN is affected, then contact a dealer.
About this report
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