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2016 MAZDA MAZDA3 Safety Overview

The 2016 MAZDA MAZDA3 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
  • Visibility:windshield wiper/washer
  • Parking brake

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for MAZDA MAZDA3 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2016 MAZDA MAZDA3 23V487000

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 ...

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

NHTSA Recall 23V487000: A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/14/2023
2016 MAZDA MAZDA3 19V272000

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles.

Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V272000: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/4/2019
2016 MAZDA MAZDA3 17V393000

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda...

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.

NHTSA Recall 17V393000: If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/22/2017
2016 MAZDA MAZDA3 16V685000

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mazda3 vehicles manu...

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 16V685000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/23/2016
2016 MAZDA MAZDA3 16V684000

Mazda Motors North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Mazda3 v...

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 16V684000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/22/2016
2016 MAZDA MAZDA3 15V621000

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mazda3 vehicles...

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.

NHTSA Recall 15V621000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/2/2015

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.