KnownCarProblems2005 Mazda Mazda3 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 97 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Mazda Mazda3, most often about the air bags (25% of complaints, typically around 70,000 miles). It is 14th of 23 Mazda3 model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2005 Mazda Mazda3 problems
Air bags
24 complaints · 25%Half of these problems showed up before 70,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
Vehicle invloved into highway collision during wet conditions. Was struck by toyota tacoma after the tacoma had spun out. Initial impact was driver side fender corner causing the vehicle to spin out, as it spun out , vehicle was struck 3 more times, by the out of control tacoma, on the passenger side rear door, front…
When driving water entered a sensor, which caused a short circuit and illuminated the air bag warning light. The airbag will not deploy when in certain types of frontal crashes which increases the risk of death or serious injury to the driver and front seat passenger.
Engine
23 complaints · 24%Half of these problems showed up before 52,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, cooling system, exhaust system.
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…
2005 Mazda3 sedan, passenger side engine mount(#3), mount cracked, requiring replacement, causing engine vibration, potential engine damage. Part replaced by dealer.
Electrical
17 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 100,000 miles. Parts named most often: wiring.
The contact owns a 2005 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, all of the warning lamps illuminated and the vehicle stalled after the contact activated the radio. The contact mentioned that the failure had also occurred after the lighting was activated. The vehicle was taken to an independent…
I drive a 2005 Mazda Mazda3 sp23i, four-door sedan. A few months ago, while parked in the street, my son had reclined the passenger seat all the way back and when I asked him to return it into the upright position, a red warning light illuminated on my dashboard. The warning light has never gone off since and I am…
Steering
15 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 78,000 miles. Parts named most often: column.
Power steering failure Mazda 3 4dr 2005 with 75,000 miles periodic power steering failure over a 2 month period but by turning car on and of it would re-set and work. Mazda replaced power steering pump for $1500. Approx a month later failed again when I was 3 hours from home, would not re set upon a restart so drove…
Backing out of my driveway on 10/5/11, noticed that my steering wheel felt harder to turn intermittently, at the same time, the radio and dash board lights flickered and all the lights flashed. I stopped and returned into the driveway , where the car repeated to flicker lights and radio everytime I would turn the…
Brakes
6 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 38,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components.
I purchased my 2005 Mazda 3s during the winter of 2005. For the past 4 years I have religiously had my car serviced by Mazda dealerships consistent with the recommended servicing schedule. Despite this, my rear brakes suddenly ceased monday. After having my car towed to a Mazda dealership, I was informed that my rear…
The contact owns a 2005 Mazda 3. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000.
Fuel system
6 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 36,500 miles. Parts named most often: storage.
My wife sondra was stopped in our 2005 Mazda3 when she was struck from behind by an individual driving a 2001 malibu. The vehicle was doing approx. 30 MPH when it stuck our car. Our car was then pushed into the vehicle stopped in front of her. My wife was injured and transported to the hospital, injuries were, 8…
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…
Lights
6 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 90,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2005 Mazda 3. The contact stated that the headlight socket on the passenger side of the vehicle caught fire. The contact replaced the headlight socket and approximately 18 months later the socket caught fire again. The manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was…
(visibility)the headlights both blew at the same time. I was on my way to work in the early morning the first time it happened so I had to drive approximately 8 miles the rest of the way to work in the dark, running lights only. Took the car to the dealer they said they replaced the headlights was approx. 35.00. I…
Equipment
5 complaints · 5%Parts named most often: appliance.
Hi I have a Mazda 3s 4 dr sedan build date march-2005 the AC in this car is non functional and does not work there are lot of complaints for this same issue same car over the internet and looks like dealers as well as Mazda is not taking a note of it I went to dealer with this problem and after their testing they told…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2005 Mazda Mazda3 recalls
Air bags: frontal
Risk: Plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between august 28, 2021 and october 28, 2021. Owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4921g.
Full defect summary
Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 mazda3 vehicles. During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.
Air bags: sensor/control module-inactive
Risk: The airbag may not deploy when the vehicle is involved in a frontal crash and it can cause serious injuries.
Fix: Dealers repaired these vehicles. The two vehicle owners were contacted by telephone on november 22, 2004, and these vehicles have been repaired.
Full defect summary
On two passenger vehicles, a crack in the solder connection attaching the acceleration sensor in the sas unit made contact with the base plate, damaging the solder connection.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2005 Mazda Mazda3
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mazda Mazda3?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: air bags (24 complaints, typically around 70,000 miles); engine (23 complaints, typically around 52,000 miles); electrical (17 complaints, typically around 100,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2005 Mazda Mazda3 have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 1, 2021 (air bags). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2005 a bad year for the Mazda Mazda3?
- It is 14th of 23 Mazda3 model years by number of complaints, with 97 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.