The most-reported Mazda2 run is JM1DE1KY2C0 (2012 builds) with 2 complaints, 1.8× the typical run. Steering problems make up 26% of reports; 2013 is the worst model year at 1.1 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for Mazda2 model years 2011–2021.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Mazda Mazda2 has 24 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 27% of every Mazda2 complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JM1DE1KY2C0•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JM1DE1KZ7D0•••••• | 2013 | — | — | |
| JM1DE1KY4C0•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JM1DE1LZ3C0•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JM1DE1KY8C0•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JM1DE1KY1C0•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JM1DE1LYXC0•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JM1DE1KYXC0•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JM1DE1KY6C0•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JM1DE1LY1D0•••••• | 2013 | — | — | |
| JM1DE1LY3D0•••••• | 2013 | — | — | |
| JM1DE1KY3D0•••••• | 2013 | — | — |
Each of the other 12 Mazda2 runs has 1 complaint or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Mazda Mazda2 the gap between build years is 1.1×: a 2013 car draws 1.1 complaints per run, a 2014 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 7 | 7 | 2 | |
| 2013 | 10 | 9 | — | |
| 2012 | 9 | 8 | — |
Heaviest year here is 2013 at 1.1 complaints per run; lightest is 2014 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 26% of everything Mazda Mazda2 owners report: Steering, 8 of 26 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | — | — | |
| Air Bags | — | — | |
| Suspension | 1 | — | |
| Seats | — | — | |
| Service Brakes | — | — | |
| Electrical System | — | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | — | |
| Tires | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 4 recall campaigns on the Mazda Mazda2; the 4 below cover build years 2011 to 2021. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 22V885000 | Exterior Lighting:headlights | 2020–2021 |
| 21V875000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump | 2019–2020 |
| 16V203000 | Steering | 2013–2014 |
| 17V082000 | Seats | 2011 |
22V885000 was opened in 2022 on cars built from 2020: 2 years on the road before the recall.
The Mazda2 against its rivals
The Mazda2 draws 1.1 complaints per production run; the Mini Cooper Convertible 2.7. That is the lowest rate of the 2.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda Mazda2 | 26 | 24 | 7.7% | |
| Mini Cooper Convertible | 114 | 43 | 2.6% |
How serious were they
Of the 26 reports on the Mazda Mazda2, 7.7% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Mazda Mazda2 | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 26 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 2 (7.7%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (3.8%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 33% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Mazda Mazda2 share of that is 26 complaints over 24 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Mazda Mazda2 VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 26 NHTSA complaints from 24 Mazda2 runs and 4 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Mazda2 production run has the most complaints?
JM1DE1KY2C0, a 2012 build, with 2 complaints. The typical Mazda2 run has 1.1.
Which Mazda2 years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2013 is heaviest at 1.1 complaints per run and 2014 lightest at 1.
Does the Mazda2 get more complaints than the Mini Cooper Convertible?
No: 1.1 complaints per production run for the Mazda2 against 2.7 for the Mini Cooper Convertible.
How many Mazda2 complaints involve a crash?
7.7% of 26 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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