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JM1BK32F281••••••2008 Mazda MAZDA3
This build draws 2.7× more complaints than the average 2008 Mazda MAZDA3 build (8 vs 3).
8on this build
243on the model
81builds in total
2involved a crash
Most reportedSteering 6Service Brakes 2Air Bags 1
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringcrashDec 2010
The contact owns a 2008 mazda mazda3. The contact was driving approximately 60 mph when the steering wheel became abnormally stiff causing the contact limited ability to steer the vehicle. The contact was unable to maneuver the vehicle and was involved in a crash. A police…
Service BrakesFeb 2018
Break pedal movement necessary to activate brakes increased dramatically without warning. Activation of brakes requires brake pedal to be close to the floor of the pedal compartment. By "close" I mean with 2-3 inches. This occurred suddenly while in motion on a city street.…
Unknown Or OtherAug 2008
Takata inflators air condition never worked well. Replaced all parts of air, each year air stops blowing cool or cold air. Spent thousands of dollars
SteeringcrashMay 2010
The contact owns a 2008 mazda 3. While driving approximately 40 mph, the steering wheel became extremely stiff and the power steering warning light illuminated. The contact was unable to maintain control of the vehicle and was involved in a single car crash. A police report was…
SteeringJul 2020
Airbag light is on.....lost power steering at only 110,000 miles...ABS break system not working
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN JM1BK32F281828398 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.