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We expect the 2025 3 will be more reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2023 and 2024 models and the Mazda brand score.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2019 Mazda 3 owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"Oil usage since new. Currently uses 1 qt per 1,500 miles"
Anonymous, CA (2019 Mazda 3 Premium 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"The engine's electronic thermostate failed and cost $1100 to repair."
Anonymous, NY (2019 Mazda 3 Preferred 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"paint is too thin, easily chips"
Anonymous, PR (2019 Mazda 3 Select 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"very thin paint job, chips easily"
Anonymous, PR (2019 Mazda 3 Select 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"Consistent clunking noise from the front. Two independent shops misdiagnosed as control arms. Finally took to dealer after discovering a Technical Service Bulletin regarding the problem. It has occurred on several models of Mazda over several years. Dealer wasnt aware until I showed them the TSB. The car had less than 35,000 miles on it but was out of warranty. They replaced upper strut mounting hardware and right front strut. I had them replace left strut as well. Paid $200 for diagnostic and $879 for repair."
Anonymous A., CA (2019 Mazda 3 Premium 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
"I started having problems around 31,000 miles with smelling burning oil from under my hood, and smoke would drift up on my windshield. The dealer said it was a bad gasket, cleaned the area, and supposedly fixed it. Smoke and smell persisted. I took it back to the dealer and was told the block had an internal crack, a manufactured flaw, and the motor needed to be replaced. I was told it would be about 3 months. I received my car back in less than a month and question if it was really replaced or just patched as, on occasion, I have the burning oil smell."
Anonymous, FL (2019 Mazda 3 Preferred 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
"Brakes began squeaking at about 18000 miles. I requested the Mazda dealership to review and was told that brakes were fine. At about 20000 miles brake squeaking began getting more frequent - mostly at slow speed stops. I recently took it to a mechanic and had to replace both the pads and rotors on the front brakes. I have never had to replace the brake pads/rotors on any other vehicles that I have owned under 40,000 miles. This seems premature and should have been fixed when requested previously."
Anonymous, NC (2019 Mazda 3 Preferred 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"At around 38,000 miles and 3.5 years of ownership, the leather on the passenger seat, which is rarely sat in, started to peal and flake. The dealer said I cleaned the seat with a product that caused it. However, I had never cleaned the seat because no one routinely sits in my car. I'm single. After complaining that was not the case, they tried to fix it with liquid vinyl and completely messed it up. The dealer was forced to replace the leather seat cover and decided to apply it to my extended warranty. All my issues seem to be with dealers."
Anonymous, FL (2019 Mazda 3 Preferred 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
"I haave had 3 batteries in the past year. The car doesn't seem to turn off completely. It seems that the accessories are still on but draining the battery. The dealership now wants to disassemble the rear of the car because someone rear ended me last year. But the problem is that the car sporadically won't completely turn off."
Anonymous, WI (2019 Mazda 3 Select 2.5-L 4 Cyl)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
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"The coolant control valve needed to be replaced after the engine light came on."
Anonymous A., OH (2019 Mazda 3 Premium 2.5-L 4 Cyl)