Model year
2014 Mazda 3
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name 3 for 2014. Under the matched name MAZDA3, NHTSA lists 4 recalls and 138 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for MAZDA3 are UNKNOWN OR OTHER (27), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (26), SERVICE BRAKES (22). NHTSA rated 2 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 30–33 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,050–$2,250, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2004 145 complaints
- 2005 97 complaints
- 2006 166 complaints
- 2007 222 complaints
- 2008 303 complaints
- 2009 115 complaints
- 2010 686 complaints
- 2011 132 complaints
- 2012 226 complaints
- 2013 117 complaints
- 2014 138 complaints
- 2015 130 complaints
- 2016 104 complaints
- 2017 84 complaints
- 2018 110 complaints
- 2019 74 complaints
- 2020 32 complaints
- 2021 54 complaints
- 2022 24 complaints
- 2023 12 complaints
- 2024 12 complaints
- 2025 8 complaints
- 2026 1 complaints
Matched NHTSA names
The EPA model name is not itself a name in the NHTSA file for 2014. The counts in the answer are the sum of the names below. Overlap between those names is not removed.
| NHTSA name | Recalls | Complaints | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAZDA3 | 4 | 138 | 0 |
Recalls for MAZDA3
23V487000 · Jul 14, 2023
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
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.
17V393000 · Jun 22, 2017
PARKING BRAKE
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.
16V684000 · Sep 22, 2016
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
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…
14V173000 · Apr 3, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through December 18, 2013, and model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured May 20, 2013, through December 4, 2013, and both equipped with a 2.5L engine…
Complaints for MAZDA3
138 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 10, fire flag on 1, injury field 5, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations for MAZDA3
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Mazda Mazda3 4 DR FWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.105 | NHTSA photo |
| 2014 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB FWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.105 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 5-Door · 2L · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 | 39 | 32 | — | — | $2,100 |
| 3 5-Door · 2L · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 | 39 | 33 | — | — | $2,050 |
| 3 4-Door · 2L · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 | 39 | 33 | — | — | $2,050 |
| 3 4-Door · 2L · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 | 39 | 33 | — | — | $2,050 |
| 3 4-Door · 2.5L · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 | 38 | 31 | — | — | $2,150 |
| 3 4-Door · 2.5L · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 | 38 | 32 | — | — | $2,100 |
| 3 5-Door · 2.5L · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 | 36 | 30 | — | — | $2,250 |
| 3 5-Door · 2.5L · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 | 37 | 32 | — | — | $2,100 |
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Check a vehicle
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