Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2017 Mazda Mazda3. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Rearview Image May Not Display Properly
- Summary
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
- Consequence
- A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.
Windshield Wipers may become Inoperable
- Summary
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. A defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.
- Consequence
- Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.
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Owner complaints (83)
83 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 83 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 27 | 32.5% |
| Electrical system | 20 | 24.1% |
| Back over prevention | 11 | 13.3% |
| Service brakes | 7 | 8.4% |
| Engine | 5 | 6% |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 6% |
| Structure | 4 | 4.8% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 3.6% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 3.6% |
| Power train | 3 | 3.6% |
How 2017 compares with other Mazda3 years
Best and worst Mazda3 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 117 | 1 |
| 2014 | 138 | 4 |
| 2015 | 130 | 4 |
| 2016 | 104 | 6 |
| 2017 | 83 | 2 |
| 2018 | 108 | 4 |
| 2019 | 74 | 6 |
| 2020 | 32 | 2 |
| 2021 | 52 | 1 |
| 2022 | 24 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2017 Mazda Mazda3 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2017 Mazda Mazda3 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2017 Mazda Mazda3 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 23V487000 (rear camera), 19V272000 (visibility). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2017 Mazda Mazda3 problems?
Owners filed 83 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (27), Electrical system (20), Back over prevention (11) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What safety rating did the 2017 Mazda Mazda3 get?
NHTSA rated the 2017 Mazda Mazda3 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (10.5% rollover risk).
How does the 2017 Mazda3 compare with other years?
Among the 2013–2021 Mazda Mazda3 model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (32) and the 2014 the most (138). The 2017 drew 83. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.