Suspension
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
What Owners Say
"One strut completely leaked its fluid. Both struts had to be replaced at a cost of One strut totally leaked its fluid. Both struts had to be replaced at a cost of $1156"
Anonymous, NM (2011 Mazda 3 Sport 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"Had to replace right rear shock after only 41000km"
Michael C., ON (2011 Mazda 3 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"One rear shock rusted out. The independent garage that I took it to, and which I trust, said this is a characteristic of this car. I now note that CR in the April copy specifies this to be a problem with the 2011 model only. With baited breath, I await the other rear shock to fail."
Greg V., ON (2011 Mazda 3 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"rear shocks failed and caused a rough ride and had to be replaced."
Peter D., ON (2011 Mazda 3 Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"Shocks were starting to fail, bouncing and it was recommended they be replaced by the delership."
Michael M., ON (2011 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"The shock mount failed and detached from the car (on one side). It made a very loud clunking noise and had to be towed to the shop. The mechanic said it is a common problem and replaced both sides."
Carrie S., ON (2011 Mazda 3 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"The shock mounts seem to be a problem on these cars. This is the second time I have had to replace them."
Anonymous, ON (2011 Mazda 3 Unsure 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"Rear strut broke off from the frame"
Anonymous, OH (2011 Mazda 3 Unsure 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"Had excessive vibration on front tires when you hit a bump/pot hole. Had the struts replaced on both sides and an alignment...problem solved."
Anonymous, UT (2011 Mazda 3 Sport 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"All the fluid leaked out of one of the rear struts. It clicked when going over bumps. I had both rear srtuts replaced."
Anonymous, MA (2011 Mazda 3 Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"I guess with 100k miles it's expected but undercarriage noise is evident. Time to replace both!"
Anonymous, NV (2011 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"Back Shocks had to be replaced after 100,000KM, a common issue with these cars. The car drove safely during this time"
Anonymous, QC (2011 Mazda 3 Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"Rear shocks have failed twice since purchasing the car. OE shocks replaced in 2015. Aftermarket shocks replaced in 2017"
Anonymous, MA (2011 Mazda 3 Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"Front Strut was leaking and caused premature and uneven tire wear"
Lynne E., MD (2011 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"Rear struts needed replaced. This caused uneven tire wear on the rear of the vehicle"
Anonymous, TX (2011 Mazda 3 Sport 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"It's the first time I have had to replace something like this in 25 years. It seems unusual"
Michael M., ON (2011 Mazda 3 Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"The right front strut went bad and needed replaced"
Charles H., PA (2011 Mazda 3 Sport 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"Some sort of clip/attachment failed in the rear spring on one side. The car had to be towed. My mechanic noted that the other side was also in poor condition and replaced it as well."
Carrie S., ON (2011 Mazda 3 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"Rear coil spring was broken, and was replaced"
Anonymous, QC (2011 Mazda 3 Sport 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"The steering rack failed and needed to be replaced. It was worked on by an independent shop. I'm not particularly disappointed; the car has been reliable and this has been the only significant mechanical failure."
Anonymous, TX (2011 Mazda 3 Unsure 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"contol arm worn . left front axle and bearing seized. control arms (2), left axle and bearing replaced."
Anonymous, ON (2011 Mazda 3 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"Tire wear has been uneven on the vehicle since at least 2014, despite replacing the rear shocks and several alignments."
Anonymous, MA (2011 Mazda 3 Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"Tire wear is uneven due to two sets of failed shocks"
Anonymous, MA (2011 Mazda 3 Touring 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"The right rear tire wore very unevenly and had to be replaced"
Neal R., UT (2011 Mazda 3 Sport 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"In the last year I have had to replace 3 wheel bearings."
Anonymous, ON (2011 Mazda 3 Unsure 2.0-L 4 Cyl)"The noise inside the car just got Loader and loader over time and as speed increased."
Anonymous, NV (2011 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)
"Dealer reported power steering leaks (hoses, reservoir, etc.) when replacing the front light. They recommended very strongly that we resolve this. We have not yet done that."
Anonymous, CA (2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed 2.5-L 4 Cyl)