2006
Mazda 3
EPA MPG:
27 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
EPA MPG:
27 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Overall Reliability
We expect the 2025 3 will be more reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2023 and 2024 models and the Mazda brand score.
The 2006 Mazda 3 has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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The 2006 Mazda 3 has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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2006 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability
This Car
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100
0 - 100
Mazda 3
Mazda 3
NA
vs. Similar Cars
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Honda Civic
Scion xB
Scion xB
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Matrix
Toyota Matrix
Toyota Prius
Toyota Prius
Mazda vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Redesign year
Overall Reliability Verdict
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Cooling
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Electrical
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Drive System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Exhaust
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Brakes
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Climate System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Electrical Accessories
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Body Hardware
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Paint/Trim
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Noises/Leaks
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
In-car Electronics
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Powertrain
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Engine Major
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Engine Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Engine Cooling
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Engine Electrical
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Transmission Major
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Transmission Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Drive System
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Fuel System/Emissions
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Exhaust
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Brakes
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Climate System
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Build Quality
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Electrical Accessories
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Body Hardware
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Paint/Trim
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Noises/Leaks
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004*
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
2008
2009
NA
2010*
2011
2012
2013
2014*
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
AIR BAGS
Jul 01, 2021
Plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
Summary:
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Mazda3 vehicles. During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.
What should you do:
Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between August 28, 2021 and October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4921G.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
21V494000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
260915
EQUIPMENT
Apr 02, 2009
THIS MAY RESULT IN THE BOLT(S) SNAPPING OFF DURING USE OR WITHOUT A LOAD. THE UNSECURED RACK AND LOAD CAN THEN COME LOOSE WHILE DRIVING CREATING A POTENTIAL ROAD HAZARD, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Summary:
THULE, INC. IS RECALLING 2,323 OWNER-INSTALLED ROOF-MOUNTED FIT KITS, MODELS 3068 AND 3069, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2008 AND FEBRUARY 28, 2009 THAT ARE USED WITH THULE PODIUM FOOT PACKS, MODELS 460 AND 460R. THESE FIT KITS WERE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BOLT(S) USED TO SECURE THE FOOT TO THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED TO A HARDNESS THAT MAY CAUSE THE BOLT(S) TO BE BRITTLE AND POTENTIALLY BREAK UNDER STRESS.
What should you do:
THULE WILL MAIL A RETRO FIT KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS TO OWNERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE APRIL 13, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THULE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-238-2388.
For more information:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO THULE AFTERMARKET ROOF MOUNTED LOAD CARRIERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
09E011000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
2323
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