2007 Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2007

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2007 Mazda Mazda3 repairs by problem area

Engine (34%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (29%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (3%)

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2007 Mazda Mazda3 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (3%)

$500 - $999 (28%)

$100 - $499 (41%)

< $100 (24%)

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Chart based on 29 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD

46360 mi There is a disconcerting noise coming from the diff. As yet has not been diagnosed fully. Being sent to a specialty transmission shop. Deciding what to do with options given by aftermarket warranty, ie. wait & get extension on warr or go now 
68200 mi strange noise from transmission as yet undiagnosed when wheel is lock to lock (i.e. steering wheel turned all the way)... slight grinding noise 
63620 mi

C $200
Took the car into dealership for a transmission fluid flush, came out with a whine in the transmission. Took it back, they are replacing the entire transmission. 
64660 mi Previous transmission noise issue. Added friction modifier to fluid to avoid differentional slipping. Was the whining noise at low speed turns 

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2007 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan

156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

93000 mi

US $957
Check Engine, Traction/DSC Control, and AT light illuminated - OBD registered code U0101 - Transmission control module lost communication with ECU; module replaced, parts not readily on hand - loaner required. Drivebelts, oil & filter change 
102000 mi

US $425
Cv joint 
123000 mi

US $350
Replaced CV axle 
95500 mi

US $560
I bought a used 2007 mazda3 form Sansone Route 1 Mazda. And the car has a big problem in the transmission. If you want to buy a car. Don't trust that dealer. 

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2007 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan

156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD

32000 mi Grease leaking from front left outer cv joint. 
125000 mi

US $125
Replace leaking right side cv joint 
75050 mi

US $983
Replace clutch. Mechanic speculated a manufacturing flaw cause friction material on one side of clutch disc to disintegrate. 
25420 mi Replaced shifter cables, under warranty. 

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2007 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

77360 mi Replaced front right CV joint 
94240 mi

C $650
Cv joint and boot replacement and brake flush 

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2007 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

86180 mi

C $600
Unable to start car, took to shop fitted new starter motor. Problem persists and developed stalling issue upon stopping. Throttle body cleaned, and gear box sensor to notify car is in P changed. Problem Fixed. $600 due to misdiagnosis. 
11160 mi

C $66
Wheel Lug Nuts were damaged at delivery of car so I had dealership replace them free of charge 
46500 mi

C $325
front right axel replaced 
129000 mi

US $300
Cv axle passenger side clicking 

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2007 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch

156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

150000 mi

US $800
Transmission control module changed 
172000 mi

US $309
Right front outer CV boot failed and lost lubrication, causing joint to begin clicking/clunking. Replaced front axle as a complete assembly. Also replaced lower control arm with new pre-assembled unit, and replaced sway bar links due to ruptured dust boots. Will soon replace driver's side parts in the same manner (price includes parts for both sides). 
111700 mi

US $3700
transmission mechanically failed -AT light came on, stuck in 3rd gear replaced with remanufactured transmission replaced failing neutral safety switch (yet again) 
109000 mi

US $300
seal leaking 
116000 mi

US $500
Replaced transmission control module 
82660 mi

C $1600
TCM module  
114080 mi

C $250
Issue is not resolved yet. Transmission gets stuck in the 3rd gear (AT + Engine lights are on). Throws a couple of codes about solenoids. Mechanic flushed tranny fluid, reset the TCM. Drove it for 2 days fine, today both lights are lit again. Any serious work on the transmission would cost more than the value of the car at this point. 
115940 mi

C $700
As reported last month, the gear was getting “stuck” in 3rd. I decided to try and get it fixed after watching some videos and doing some (well, a lot) of research. Went to local Mr. Transmission and they replaced “solenoid F” and the issue seems to be resolved. 

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2007 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch

156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD

35000 mi Tiny leak where hydraulic line connected with clutch slave cylinder. Part replaced under warranty by dealer in Vancouver WA, no problems since. 
169000 mi

US $273
CV boot was torn, replaced entire axle. 
109000 mi

US $300
Replaced driver side CV axle 
140740 mi

C $200
boot on inner CV joint on driver's side driveshaft was split and flinging grease. Replaced both driveshafts with after-market parts. Drained and refilled transmission. 

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2007 Mazda Mazda3 Transmission Problems

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