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2015 Mazda Mazda3
The 2015 Mazda Mazda3 appears in 4 NHTSA recall campaigns (back over prevention, parking brake and fuel system, gasoline) and in 64 consumer complaints filed with the agency.
The component named most often is service brakes: 204.8 of every 1,000 component mentions for this year, above the 73.4 per 1,000 across all 2015 model-year vehicles and against 37.1 per 1,000 for the Mazda Mazda3 line as a whole.
That is fewer than the average of 101.2 complaints per model year across the 20 Mazda Mazda3 model years on this register; 6 complaints reported a crash and 1 a fire.
Complaints were received in the largest number in 2017 (19); the most recent in the file is dated 5 Apr 2019.
NHTSA carries a "do not drive" advisory on at least one of these campaigns.
Complaints are consumer reports and have not been verified by NHTSA. Recall text is the manufacturer's Part 573 report as filed with NHTSA. Complaint file through 15 May 2019; recall file through 29 Sep 2026.
Recalls by model year:
Recall campaigns
Defect, as filed: 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.
Filed by Mazda North American Operations (manufacturer campaign 6023G).
Defect, as filed: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles. Water could possibly enter the brake caliper causing the parking brake actuator shaft to corrode and possibly bind.
Consequence: If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will check the parking brake actuator shafts, replacing any that are corroded, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 24, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1217F.
Filed by Mazda North American Operations (manufacturer campaign 1217F).
Defect, as filed: Mazda Motors North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured January 4, 2014, to September 18, 2015. The fuel tank of the affected vehicles may have been improperly handled during manufacturing and, as a result, the welded attachment of the Inlet Check Valve (ICV) may fail and allow fuel to leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and depending on the tank lot number, dealers will inspect the ICV weld, replacing the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0116I.
Filed by Mazda North American Operations (manufacturer campaign 0116I).
Do not drive advisory
Defect, as filed: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured May 21, 2015, to August 25, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a fuel tank with a shut-off valve that can allow fuel to enter into the fuel tank emissions systems. If enough fuel enters the emission system it may leak out onto the ground or result in an engine stall.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine that stalls increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle's fuel shut-off valve. As needed, the fuel shut-off valve and the affected fuel tank emissions system components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on October 20, 2015. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repairs have been completed. Mazda will provide rental cars until that time. Owners may contact the Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800- 222-5500, option #6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8615J.
Filed by Mazda North American Operations (manufacturer campaign 8615J).
Each entry links to the NHTSA record. NHTSA states that safety recall repairs are free of charge at an authorised dealer; check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Component mentions per 1,000 for the 2015 Mazda Mazda3 (black) against all 2015 model-year vehicles in the file (yellow). A complaint can name more than one component.
| Per 1,000 component mentions | 2015 | Mazda3 line | All 2015 vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 204.8 | 37.1 | 73.4 |
| Unknown or Other | 168.7 | 58 | 109.1 |
| Electrical System | 132.5 | 70.5 | 110.4 |
| Seats | 60.2 | 47.8 | 14.8 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 60.2 | 15.4 | 41 |
| Power Train | 48.2 | 66.1 | 133.3 |
| Component | Mentions | Per 1,000 | Line | All 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 17 | 204.8 | 37.1 | 73.4 |
| Unknown or Other | 14 | 168.7 | 58 | 109.1 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 132.5 | 70.5 | 110.4 |
| Seats | 5 | 60.2 | 47.8 | 14.8 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 | 60.2 | 15.4 | 41 |
| Power Train | 4 | 48.2 | 66.1 | 133.3 |
| Structure | 4 | 48.2 | 83.4 | 45.9 |
| Engine | 3 | 36.1 | 47.8 | 126.5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 36.1 | 44.5 | 39.2 |
| Steering | 3 | 36.1 | 126.7 | 61.2 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 24.1 | 71.3 | 59.9 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | 24.1 | 36.7 | 24.3 |
| Wheels | 2 | 24.1 | 49.6 | 21.5 |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 24.1 | 8.1 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 12 | 11 | 11.8 |
| Equipment | 1 | 12 | 7 | 3.3 |
| Tires | 1 | 12 | 60.2 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 12 | 30.1 | 44.4 |
| Visibility | 1 | 12 | 15.4 | 7.1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 12 | 9.2 | 1.8 |
64 unique complaints, 83 component mentions; 7 injuries and 0 deaths reported by complainants. Complaint narratives are not republished.
Complaints by year received
Investigations
No NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation action in the current file names this model year.
Other Mazda Mazda3 model years
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | Units in campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2 | 139 | 302,915 |
| 2005 | 2 | 93 | 260,917 |
| 2006 | 1 | 152 | 260,915 |
| 2007 | 2 | 192 | 475,915 |
| 2008 | 2 | 287 | 318,300 |
| 2009 | 3 | 105 | 325,400 |
| 2010 | 3 | 551 | 779,714 |
| 2011 | 2 | 90 | 754,314 |
| 2012 | 1 | 150 | 580,455 |
| 2013 | 1 | 83 | 580,455 |
| 2014 | 4 | 66 | 487,098 |
| 2015 | 4 | 64 | 495,809 |
| 2016 | 6 | 28 | 687,538 |
| 2017 | 2 | 13 | 423,980 |
| 2018 | 4 | 10 | 545,162 |
| 2019 | 6 | 0 | 371,630 |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | 59,427 |
| 2021 NHTSA | 1 | 0 | 599 |
| 2024 | 3 | 0 | 183,987 |
| 2025 NHTSA | 1 | 0 | 171,412 |
Model years with a single campaign and fewer than 25 complaints have no page here; the NHTSA link opens the agency's record for that year.
All Mazda Mazda3 model years · Mazda: 39 model lines
Questions and answers
How many recalls does the 2015 Mazda Mazda3 have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns name this model year; the most recent, 23V487000, was reported to NHTSA on 14 Jul 2023 and concerns back over prevention: sensing system: camera. Across all model years the Mazda Mazda3 line has 29 campaigns.
Is there an open NHTSA investigation into the 2015 Mazda Mazda3?
No NHTSA investigation in the current file names this model year.
What component do owners of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3 complain about most?
Service Brakes: 17 of 83 component mentions (204.8 per 1,000). Next is unknown or other with 14. Complaints are consumer reports and have not been verified by NHTSA.
How do I get a recall repaired?
NHTSA states that safety recall repairs are performed free of charge by the manufacturer's authorised dealers. Each campaign's remedy text above is the manufacturer's statement as filed with NHTSA. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether a specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.
Where does this data come from?
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation recall, complaint and investigation flat files, public domain, downloaded 29 Sep 2026. Complaint counts are unique complaint numbers per make, model and model year; component figures count each component a complaint names. The NHTSA record linked from each campaign is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Office of Defects Investigation flat files (recalls, complaints, investigations), public domain, files dated 29 Sep 2026 (recalls) and 15 May 2019 (complaints). Complaints since 1 Jan 1995. Counts are unique complaint numbers per make, model and model year; per-1,000 rates divide a component's mentions by all mentions for the same group. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections and the methodology.