2009 Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2009

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2009 Mazda Mazda3 repairs by problem area

Engine (32%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 317 repairs.
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2009 Mazda Mazda3 other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (10%)

< $100 (90%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD

47000 mi

US $80
Rusted Screws and Clips Securing Plastic Skid Plate under engine Rusted Screws and Clips Securing Plastic Skid Plate under engine 
54000 mi Reach adjustment of steering wheel was loose such that under heavy braking it was possible to move the wheel, despite it being locked. Removed steering column cover and tightened a locknut. 

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2009 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

100000 mi

US $30
Trunk lid would not remain open on its own. Replaced both trunk lid pistons. 

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2009 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan

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

35000 mi Seat belt wouldn't retract correctly...part ordered and installed. 

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2009 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch

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

42160 mi seatbelt secure device 
46800 mi The button to open the hatch got stuck 
82800 mi

US $22
Lost bolts (or more likely, dealer forgot to replace them) on splash shield after oil change. Extreme rattling at highway speeds led to discovery; had to stop at a different dealer for replacement. 

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2009 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch

156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD

39000 mi

US $201
I was told that I have bent 3 rims which would cost between 300 - 750 to fix in total, at the dealership. Another ASE Mechanic informed me this was not true. I did not replace/repair the wheels 
138000 mi

US $48
Heard clicking noise. Mechanic found no problem with drivetrain. Cleared rust off wheels and test drove it and gave it a clean bill of health. 
146000 mi

US $15
Battery holding compartment broke and needed replacement. 

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2009 Mazda Mazda3 Other Problems

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