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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 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (57%)

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Chart based on 7 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

20460 mi

C $365
Broken rear coil spring discovered on inspection. Definite premature failure, but car is out of warranty. Replaced both. 

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2017 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan

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

65000 mi

US $500
Front wheel bearings worn out and replaced 
17000 mi when turning front wheels front or left, or going over bumps rattle type of sound heard in front of car, issue was install bump stops in the two front shock absorbers.......for the most part this solved the problem once in awhile there is a rattle but not a constant rattle as was before this repair... 
17000 mi bump stops rattle in front suspension when driving, turning....item under warranty was bump stops another trip to dealer.....front suspension tie rod bushings...... 2nd repair suspension bushings...... suspension still makes rattle at times.....think i am screwed and have to live with what i feel manufacturer defect.....not sure if I would purchase mazda again.. 

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2017 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch

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

24000 mi Squeaky noise when going over speed bumps or any bump at low speed. Replaced lower arm bushing and both bump stoppers. 
347 mi and wheel bearing issues. 

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2017 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch

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

74918 mi

US $602
Rear shocks were leaking, replaced shocks. 
106111 mi Rear shock leak (see 8/2019) - covered under shock manufacturer lifetime warranty. 

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2017 Mazda Mazda3 Suspension Problems

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