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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN JM1BL1SF8A1336286 · Checked Sep 6, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 18

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JM1BL1SF8A1•••••• 2010 Mazda MAZDA3

This build draws 2.6× more complaints than the average 2010 Mazda MAZDA3 build (18 vs 7).

18on this build
581on the model
83builds in total
Most reported Structure 9 Visibility/wiper 3 Fuel System 1 Gasoline 1

What owners of this build wrote

Service Brakes Feb 2024
ABS will cause complete brake failure when it is engaged. For example, needing to stop quickly to avoid hitting another vehicle and the brakes will lose all pressure and the vehicle will not stop. Several mechanics have not been able to diagnose or fix. Immediately after the…
Unknown Or Other Aug 2020
Tha dashboard is melted causing glares on very sunny days and makes driving difficult
Structure Jul 2020
The contact owns a 2010 mazda mazda3. The contact stated the dashboard melted, causing a glare while driving in sun light, which made it difficult to see while driving. The dealer was not called. The manufacturer was made aware of failure and stated that it was a known issue for…
Engine Sep 2019
The TCM went out and almost caused a wreck. The car was in motion on a city street. When this happened the car jerked violently to the right and almost caused my granddaughter to wreck'. Did this not have a recall?
Seats Aug 2016
Takata recall, I hear some noises from the seat
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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 JM1BL1SF8A1336286 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.