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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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JM1BL1SG2A1••••••2011 Mazda MAZDA3
This build draws 6.0× more complaints than the average 2011 Mazda MAZDA3 build (10 vs 2).
10on this build
112on the model
67builds in total
Most reportedTires 2Wheels 2Steering 2Service Brakes 1
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemApr 2026
The AT light came on the dash, added transmission fluid because it was a little low but the light still has not gone off. I think there is an electrical problem within the transmission. It's had shifting issues since purchasing this vehicle. I also have a small child that comes…
TiresJan 2025
I purchased two tires from Les Schwab in Molalla, OR on 1/15/25 in which upon them changing the tires they damaged one of my TPMS sensors and they did not replace it. I didn't have a warning light before I went in and now I do and they knowingly did not replace it when TPMS…
StructureApr 2020
Dashboard material began to melt causing shiny reflection in window. Unsafe and not able to 'clean ' I had to install a dashboard cover to stop the reflection issue. I have seen other owners of same car report same issue so it must be a design flaw by manufacturers and I cannot…
Unknown Or OtherJun 2017
Glare from sticky dashboard is a safety hazard. It is very difficult to see through windshield with this problem. Mazda dealer did not assist in anyway. Please assist me. Thank you
SteeringAug 2016
Noticed a whining noise in my steering wheel when turning. Called the dealership and was told this was "normal". Not being satisfied with this took it in and insisted they check it. I was then told the rack and pinion is failing and needs to be replaced. The cost would be $2000.…
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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 JM1BL1SG2A1141454 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.