2017 Mazda Mazda3: problems, recalls and what it’s worth

Known problems on the 2017 Mazda Mazda3

No generation-wide weak spot is flagged in GarageIntel’s research for this year and model. A specific car can still have its own problems, so get it inspected.

2017 Mazda Mazda3 recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2017 Mazda Mazda3. Repairs are free at a dealer for the brand, and a dealer can confirm by VIN which were already done.

• Driver-assist systems

  A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  Details 23V487000

  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.

  Fix: 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.

• Visibility & wipers

  Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.

  Details 19V272000

  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.

  Fix: 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.

2017 Mazda Mazda3 safety investigations and free repairs

No open safety investigations.

Free repairs to ask about (warranty extensions):

• Screen and audio: MAZDA CONNECT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION As a result of a Mazda Connect Infotainment Class Action settlement, Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to implement a Customer Service Program (CSP13).
• Fuel system: DENSO LOW-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM WARRANTY EXTENSION: Attention ALL Mazda Dealers: This is a Warranty Extension and not a recall campaign.

A dealer for the brand can check these by VIN.

Source: NHTSA, Sep 24, 2026.

2017 Mazda Mazda3 safety and fuel

From NHTSA’s crash tests and the EPA’s fueleconomy.gov.

What owners complain about

83 complaints filed with NHTSA for this year and model, about average.

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