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JM1BL1SFXA1••••••2010 Mazda MAZDA3
This build draws 3.1× more complaints than the average 2010 Mazda MAZDA3 build (22 vs 7).
22on this build
581on the model
83builds in total
Most reportedStructure 6Seats 5Visibility/wiper 4Air Bags 2
What owners of this build wrote
Visibility/wiperMay 2022
The dashboards should be subject to a recall immediately since badly reduced visibility from glare is a recipe for an accident. The defective (melting) material is so bad that if the sun hits it just right, I can hardly see anything ahead of me; it is an accident waiting to…
Service BrakesJun 2019
ABS, traction control and brake lights came and have stayed on. Told the ABS module needs replacing
Air BagsJul 2018
Dash lit up with message airbag is off. Called my dealer in st apeaters and told can't check unless it is on and would be a service cost. Was driving about 40 miles an hour.on 2 way street., driving in straight at the time
SeatsNov 2017
Mazda recall I keep receiving recall notices from brookdale mazda about the seat height adjustment lifter link. I have received at least 4-6 of them in the mail. When I call or use a chat line I am told that the service dept. Will call me back. Yea, right. I haven't received a…
Electrical SystemJun 2017
One of the two electricals broke loose that's connected to the battery that starts the car. My car literally stalled out on me in the middle of an intersection. I was almost hit because of that. Another issue is my right back tire. One of the lug nuts won't come off and that is…
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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 JM1BL1SFXA1263132 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.