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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN JM1BL1S60A1252785 · Checked Oct 31, 2026
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JM1BL1S60A1•••••• 2010 Mazda MAZDA3

This build is quieter than most: 3 complaints against 7 for the average 2010 Mazda MAZDA3 build.

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581on the model
83builds in total
Most reported Power Train 1 Steering 1

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Unknown Or Other Aug 2020
The dashboard of my vehicle has recently started melting and producing a sticky substance that gives off a major glare in my windshield causing a major safety hazard when driving. I contacted mazda to replace but they advised the warranty has expired and they will not replace.…
Steering Aug 2016
My power steering suddenly gave out while driving on a city street. It is no longer working. I was told by a mechanic that the power steering hydraulic pump needed to be replaced. It was replaced but the power steering is still not functioning. It's exactly the same. There was…
Power Train Jun 2013
Was driving on highway and RPM started to rev up, couldn't switch gears and clutch gave out from underneath me. Luckily was able to roll off the highway when I noticed the problem. Of course one problem leads to another battery then died at the shop, had to replace as well, this…

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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 JM1BL1S60A1252785 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.