2017 Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2017

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2017 Mazda Mazda3 repairs by problem area

Engine (7%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (31%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (34%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (3%)

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2017 Mazda Mazda3 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (88%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

9300 mi Passenger fog light not working, might be from taking ownership. Wasn't plugged properly, took 10 min to diagnose and repair. 

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2017 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan

155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

6000 mi Battery installed at factory had a bad cell, and needed to be replaced. 

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2017 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

3000 mi Blind spot warning system on passenger side of car stuck "on". 
7000 mi Had a buzzing noise coming from a loose electrical connector. 
15000 mi TPMS light on. Would not reset. Performed TPMS master reset. 

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2017 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD

14000 mi passenger seat belt warning light would intermittently come on even when no one was in the seat. Only way to stop the warning was to click the seat belt. The seat sensor seems to be very sensitive to anything on the seat including just a pen or tissue box. No fix. 
27000 mi The windshield wiper auto module was replaced under warranty. My wipers did experience failure while driving in a rainstorm. 
22000 mi

US $200
Backup camera failed 

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2017 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch

155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

8680 mi Passenger heated seat was defective and upholstery seat clip was not holding properly to the seat frame. Front seat cushions was lifting on both driver and passenger side. Seat cushion and heat pad needed to be changed.. City braking light warning light on intermittently. Dealer cleaned the sensor located on the windshield. 

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2017 Mazda Mazda3 Electrical Problems

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