repaired · 2026 Q2
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2017 Mazda MAZDA3Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 84 owner complaints about the 2017 Mazda MAZDA3, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-487 the manufacturer reports only 42% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 19, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Mazda MAZDA3 has problems
84 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
20Electrical system
11Back over prevention
7Service brakes4 crash/fire/injury
5Visibility/wiper
5Engine1 crash/fire/injury
4Structure
3Wheels
3Forward collision avoidance
3Fuel/propulsion system
1710 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 20 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 11 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 4 |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 1 |
| Structure | 4 | 1 |
| Wheels | 3 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 |
| 10 other systems | 17 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2017 Mazda MAZDA3 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
Risk. Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mazda.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other MAZDA3 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the MAZDA3 median. How we score
'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 Mazda MAZDA3 safety ratings
2017 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (10.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What MAZDA3 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Repeated instances of the Mazda Infotainment system making changes randomly without any user input while driving. Repeated instances of the navigation system freezing, going black, rebooting while driving.
Malfunctioning on and off on the display screen. My battery went dead after 11 months. Cause? It started over a year ago, but I called Mazda and they said there were no recalls at that time. Are there any now to date? Thank you for your time.
The infotainment system is malfunctioning. It constantly restarts/reboots while I am driving and it is highly distracting. I contacted Mazda USA about this, but they responded by saying there are not active recalls for this car and the car isn't under warranty. I took it to a dealership and they…
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