2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED3: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 38 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is power train (35% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jul 2007
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“I was using a michelin green x tire for about 2 years an mileage of 50000. In a 45 degree curve suddenly my tail went out of control and I ran into the middle separate of road,caused a lot of wreckage . I was told that this was because of low rear tire grip to the road. *tr”Owner report · Tires · Oct 2013
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda mazda speed3. The contact stated that while traveling 65 mph, the engine suddenly failed. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was found that oil pressure module had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 96,000.”Owner report · Engine · Jul 2013
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda, mazdaspeed3. While driving approximately 30 mph on an uneven road surface, the contact heard a clunking noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. The failure recurred sporadically. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. There was a technical service bulletin under NHTSA action number: 10023313 (suspension: front). The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000.”Owner report · Suspension · Mar 2011
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“Lifted parking brake lever to engage parking brake, and it came up way further than normal without offering the normal resistance. After three attempts at resetting the brake, it engaged normally. Malfunction occurred again later. *tr”Owner report · Parking Brake · Jan 2011
“2007 mazdaspeed3. Driving 25 mph and suddenly huge load sound underhood followed by much clanking and knocking as I coasted to a stop on the side of the road. Car could not be rolled. Engine dropped 2-3 inches and driver side axle broke and dangled from wheel. Car went to shop and axle, cv joint, complete transmission, fan, and a variety of smaller parts all have to be replaced. Car is currently still in shop. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Mar 2009
“At 8,811 miles the number 4 engine mount (driver's side transaxle to frame) failed even though recall 4607f had already been performed at 826 miles ~8 months ago. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Mar 2008
“Tl*the contact owns a 2007 mazda speed 3. While driving less than 10 mph, the vehicle went into a full skid and struck a curb. Five miles later, the vehicle lost steering ability and the wheel turned completely around. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and they replaced the failed steering rack. The contact stated that the dealer was selling vehicles with summer tires. There were no injuries. The current mileage was 8,800 and failure mileage was 8,780. Updated 01-30-08. *kb the consumer stated failure warn about to summer rated tires. Updated 01/18/08 *tr”Owner report · Steering · Dec 2007
“Tl*the contact owns a 2007 mazda speed 3. While driving 40 mph, the motor mount broke when he shifted from first to second gear. As a result, the dry shaft pulled from the transmission and tore the cb axle boot. The contact installed an intake manifold prior to the failure. There is a safety recall for the engine and engine cooling (NHTSA campaign id #07v295000) however, the dealer refused to repair due to the installation of the intake manifold. The current and failure mileages were 11,700.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2007
“Rear wheel stabilizer bolt loose and damaged. Makes a "clunk" sound when going over small bumps. Bolt is loose and will come off. *tr”Owner report · Suspension · Nov 2007
“I installed the aftermarket mazdaspeed lowering springs on my mazdaspeed3, carefully following the supplied instructions. The instructions require removing the bump stops from the strut mounts. I thought this was strange, but I did it, and later found that my right-front tire tread surface had made contact with the top of the inside of the fender. The result was deep circumferential grooves in the tire, and the plastic fender liner was completely worn away in one area. This is potentially very dangerous since it could lead to a tire blowout. And yes, I am certain that the instructions show the removal of the bump stops. I have the instructions and photos of the damage. *tr”Owner report · Tires · Nov 2007
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE NO. 4 LEFT SIDE ENGINE MOUNT BOLT MAY LOOSEN IF A SUDDEN RAPID ACCELERATION IS REPEATEDLY PERFORMED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE NO. 4 ENGINE MOUNT BOLT WITH A MODIFIED ONE, AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE NO. 4 ENGINE MOUNT RUBBER AND BRACKET WITH NEW ONES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALLBEGAN ON JULY 13, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 800-222-5500 .
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL ACCESSORY ALL WEATHER FLOOR MATS, THERE IS INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE FLOOR MAT AND ACCELERATOR PEDAL.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THE FLOOR MATS TO DEALERS AND WILL BE SHIPPED A NEW FLOOR MAT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
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Is the 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 reliable?
NHTSA has 38 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED3. The most complained-about area is power train (35% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 11,700 miles or less.
Does the 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning engine and engine cooling. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.