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2008 Mazda Mazda3 repairs by problem area
Engine (30%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (26%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (5%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 438 repairs.
2008 Mazda Mazda3 brake repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (26%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (21%)
< $100 (37%)
Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 64000 mi US $1000 |
Both rear calipers were sticking and non-functional. Replaced. |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 135780 mi C $1300 |
Brake rotors and pads replaced on all four corners |
| 169260 mi C $800 |
Replace front rotors, pads, calipers, hoses, parking brake cable |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 112000 mi US $280 |
Replaced rear disc brake pads. |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 93000 mi US $200 |
Replaced front brake rotors - had stock until now. |
| 108000 mi US $1000 |
Two trips to shop. Had to get Maryland State inspection: Fixed left headlight alignment (brighter now). Fixed rear bumper damage. Replaced both rear brake calipers, rear rotors, rear pads, brake flush. Oil change. |
| 112000 mi US $500 |
Second visit - Warped Rotors (Brake Pads, Rotors) |
| 47400 mi | Parking brake cable needed replacement. |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| At around 300 miles, dash light indicated the "electronic brake distribution..." failed. Manual said this might lockup rear brakes. Took to dealer, they had to order and install part. Dealer never called me once. I always had to call to find status. | |
| 26000 mi | ABS module failed, locking up front left wheel. All other wheels had no brake pressure. Extremely hazardous condition if we had to use brakes that required ABS again (full emergency stop). |
| 80000 mi | Neutal starter switch not working perfectly. Part was replaced under warranty.. |
| 84000 mi US $87 |
Passenger Rear Rotor Warped and Drivers Rear Rotor scored. Both Rear Rotors and Brake Pads replaced. |
| 90971 mi US $34 |
Rear brake pads worn. Replaced with Bosch OEM brake pads |
| 92328 mi | Cleaned and lubed both front caliper sliding pins with Bosch Full Synthetic brake lube. |
| 115000 mi US $250 |
New rear calipers. They were rusted solid so calipers did not move. Beyond rebuild. |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 86000 mi US $1700 |
Front brake pad service |
| 96000 mi US $2000 |
Circuit on ABS faulty |
| 114000 mi US $750 |
New brakes and rotors |
| 46000 mi US $1600 |
The ABS hydraulic unit failed, evidenced by the traction/stability control light staying on, requiring replacement of the part. $1,200 for the part, $400 for the rest. |
| 146000 mi US $225 |
Replaced front and rear brake pads and rotors. |
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