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Mazda Mazda2 repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

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

Other (12%)

Chart based on 42 repairs.
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Mazda Mazda2 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (3%)

$100 - $499 (40%)

< $100 (54%)

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Chart based on 35 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 Mazda Mazda2 4dr Sedan

109-horsepower 1.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda Mazda2 in Philippines
Dec 2020 - Jun 2022
May 2021

17980 mi

$200
Wiring harness problem, causing a starting problem (occasional failure) and warning light. 

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2017 Mazda Mazda2 4dr Hatch

106-horsepower 1.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Mazda Mazda2 in Great Britain
Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
Jul 2018

5400 mi
Had airbag warning light flashing sequence 4 - 2, which relates to the Crash Sensor. Crash Sensor replaced under Mazda warranty. 

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2016 Mazda Mazda2 4dr Sedan

109-horsepower 1.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda Mazda2 in Panama
Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
Dec 2017

9300 mi
a valve was replaced 
Apr 2022

35340 mi

US $450
cleaning of the intake manifold due to carbon residues affecting performance 

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2013 Mazda Mazda2 4dr Hatch

100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Mazda Mazda2 in Alaska, United States
Aug 2017 - Jan 2022
Aug 2017

27000 mi
Transmission 2nd gear synchro had failed entirely. Would not shift into 2nd gear at any speed. Cause not determined. Later found leaky slave cylinder to be the culprit. 
Mazda Mazda2 in New York, United States
Jun 2017 - Jul 2018
Apr 2018

80085 mi

US $40
Water got into both headlight harness causing then to short and melt. Replaced both harnesses with an aftermarket improved design and plenty of dielectric Greece 
Jun 2018

80000 mi

US $250
Replaced both front brake calipers. One was frozen and should be done in pairs. Note: this may be a very common issue as none of the 4 Mazda dealers had any in stock and all the Ford dealers (Mazda 2 and Ford Fiesta share this part) also did not have any. 

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2012 Mazda Mazda2 4dr Hatch

100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Mazda Mazda2 in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
May 2018

63184 mi
Rattle in exhaust system. Initially sounded like loose heat shield, progressed to loud rattle on acceleration. Shop fixed at no charge (they didn't specify what the problem actually was, probably just a heat shield), included in the price of an oil change. 

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2011 Mazda Mazda2 4dr Hatch

100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Mazda Mazda2 in Alberta, Canada
Feb 2016 - Jun 2018
Apr 2016

42160 mi

C $450
Oil pan gasket, oil pressure sender: light leaks 
Jul 2017

50220 mi

C $250
Oil pressure sender failed, replaces sender Serpentine Belt severely weathered/cracked 
Mazda Mazda2 in Iowa, United States
Feb 2016 - Jul 2018
Jan 2017

40000 mi

US $98
Drivers side door would not unlock. Replaced door lock assembly 
Mazda Mazda2 in New York, United States
Mar 2014 - Jul 2022
Nov 2019

85000 mi

US $100
New front struts 
Jun 2022

99000 mi

US $100
Rear shock started leaking oil. I replaced both rear shocks…it was an easy job. 
Mazda Mazda2 in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2014 - Apr 2016
Jun 2015

40300 mi

C $100
one of the transmission sensors was leaking. 
Mar 2016

50220 mi

C $350
left front lower control arm bushings torn & balljoint requires replacing. 
Apr 2016

50220 mi
2nd & 3rd gear grinds even with clutch fully depressed. Sometimes will not enter the gear unless perfectly rev matched. Likely synchros are in need of replacing. 
Mazda Mazda2 in New York, United States
Apr 2015 - Jul 2018
Dec 2015

36000 mi

US $300
Clutch slave cylinder squeeks and pedal gradually became squishy. Replaced slave cylinder and connecting hose. 
Mazda Mazda2 in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2011 - Dec 2012
Nov 2012

51300 mi

US $700
Had new tires put on, new spark plugs put in and oil changed, alignment, balance, etc. 
Mazda Mazda2 in Ohio, United States
Dec 2011 - Jan 2022
Apr 2013

21300 mi
HVAC blower motor replaced under warranty because it was emitting unusually high amounts of noise. 
Mazda Mazda2 in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2013 - Nov 2014
Dec 2013

35960 mi
Driver seat was squeaking during forward motion. 
Mar 2014

39060 mi
The HVAC blower motor was replaced under warranty. It had been making noise for some time but it 3 trips to 2 dealers before they could replicate the problem. 
Jun 2014

41540 mi

C $115
Drivers seat track paint pealed away at the floor attachment point and was rusting. Dealer ordered replacement part and will replace. I have serious concerns about the long term reliability of the car and future failures. 
Mazda Mazda2 in Hawaii, United States
Jan 2012 - Jan 2013
Jul 2012

8200 mi
Metal on metal knocking noise coming from steering rack 

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2011 Mazda Mazda2 4dr Hatch

100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Mazda Mazda2 in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2011 - Aug 2018
Feb 2013

6700 mi
CEL code PO451 fuel tank pressure sensor range/performance problem. snow entering and freezing in the atmosphere breather hose. TSB 01-11-28. Installed new clip and longer hose on Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor. 
Jan 2017

22010 mi

C $25
A 2" nail punctured the right rear tire. The tire shop removed the nail and repaired the hole with a rubber plug. 
May 2017

22940 mi
hairline crack in the oil pan drain plug which was replaced with a new drain plug 
May 2018

24770 mi

C $70
The car was pulling slightly to the right so I got a front wheel alignment for $69.95 
Mazda Mazda2 in Florida, United States
Apr 2012 - May 2014
Apr 2012

6000 mi
Radio Clock didn't keep time, gained 1 1/2 minutes a week, drove my wife nuts. 
Mazda Mazda2 in New Jersey, United States
Dec 2011 - Mar 2017
Mar 2014

26000 mi
Tailgate gas strut had to be replaced. 
Mazda Mazda2 in Qatar
Jan 2013 - Mar 2016
Dec 2015

34720 mi

﷼5000
front suspension squeky, replaced front suspension assembly. 
Mazda Mazda2 in Washington, United States
Feb 2012 - Nov 2018
Jun 2018

140000 mi
There is a recall on Mazda2 for a defective / faulty seat track mechanism/ 
Mazda Mazda2 in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2011 - Jul 2015
Dec 2013

32000 mi
Malfunction Indicator Light came on. Required two trips to the deal to repair. Cause was a faulty purge valve on the fuel tank evaporative emissions system. 
Mazda Mazda2 in California, United States
Nov 2014 - Oct 2015
Dec 2014

68000 mi
Broken motor mount Gasket failure near oil pan- oil leak Strut bearings replaced. Knocking noise when turning at low speeds Entire steering rack replaced under extended warranty. Prior repairs did not fix thunking in steering. Thunking noise returned two months later. 
Jul 2015

76700 mi
Spark plugs replaced- idling rough to the point of nearly stalling. 
Mazda Mazda2 in Hawaii, United States
Dec 2011 - Oct 2021
Apr 2014

6246 mi

US $167
Dealer said warranty ran out so purchased new OEM tire 
Mazda Mazda2 in British Columbia, Canada
Sep 2013 - May 2018
Mar 2018

33480 mi

C $80
Replaced front disc pads as they were getting thin. Down to about 3mm. 
Mazda Mazda2 in California, United States
Dec 2014 - Jun 2022
Dec 2016

72000 mi

US $100
Serpentine belt was cracked 

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2011 Mazda Mazda2 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Mazda Mazda2 in Philippines
Apr 2015 - Jun 2016
Nov 2015

37200 mi

$200
Engine support had to Be replaced 

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