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JM1BL1L79C1••••••2012 Mazda MAZDA3
This build draws 2.8× more complaints than the average 2012 Mazda MAZDA3 build (5 vs 2).
5on this build
203on the model
112builds in total
Most reportedStructure 2Power Train 1Vehicle Speed Control 1Engine 1
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakesJun 2025
The brake pedal is soft and sometimes unresponsive unless it is pumped repeatedly. There have been several times where I have been concerned if I would come to a complete stop. I have had both sets of brake pads replaced in the last year, and have on driven 9,000 miles. Two…
StructureJun 2017
The contact owns a 2012 mazda 3. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V644000 (structure). The part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer…
Unknown Or OtherOct 2016
It was a recall on the dampers on my mazda 3 hatchback I recieved anotice in october 2016 from mazda and all they do is give me the run around on replacing the dampers,I cant get anywhere with them
Power TrainAug 2012
Approximately two or three times a week when downshifting out of a right or left hand curve or turn, my 2012 manual transmission mazda 3 hatchback will accelerate on its own. This is characterized by a varying increase of rpms: 2100 rpms to 4500 rpms, depending on the incident,…
StructureOct 2016
I got a notice from mazda telling me my car has a recall on a lift gate damper this has been over 6 months ago and they fail to replace it
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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 JM1BL1L79C1649762 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.