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Mazda Mazda3 repairs by problem area
Engine (27%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (21%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)
Other (6%)
Select a problem area
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- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 3286 repairs.
Mazda Mazda3 transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (14%)
$500 - $999 (15%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (35%)
Chart based on 215 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2018 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 4000 mi | Front passenger side wheel squeaked when not warmed up. Dealership could not find fault. |
| 6000 mi | Followup to earlier issue of wheel squeaking. Again, could not fix it, but this time, the noise did not come back, or so I think. Could actually be the warm summer weather. |
2017 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
| 32240 mi C $717 |
The shifter button was getting stuck. When stuck, the car cannot turn off properly because the car won't turn off in gear. This happened and drained the battery. Both the battery and shifter required replacement (the battery may have need to be replaced from general wear and tear within the next couple years anyway, but this killed it slightly premature). It's not a true transmission problem, it might be considered trim. |
2016 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 12400 mi | Car's been in the shop one week so far - needs an entirely new transmission! Part is 4 weeks minimum away - coming from Japan. Car still out of service. |
| 13100 mi | Transmission replaced. Car wouldn't shift into reverse; returned to dealership for shift linkage adjustment. Car now gets 0.3L/100km poorer fuel economy on average since transmission replacement. Glad it's a lease, because I can't wait to get rid of it! |
2015 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 25500 mi | Reverse gear on the manual trans exploded and the whole thing had to be replaced. Was covered under warranty. |
2015 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 107880 mi C $600 |
4th gear pops out from time to time |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 71300 mi | The gear shifter was slipping from drive to neutral. |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 1860 mi | Took the car in for notchy shifting in 4th gear, diagnosis took 2 days and now Mazda canada wants to attempt to repair the defective gears and refusing to replace the defective transmission. |
| 3180 mi | Replaced 3rd gear, hub assembly and synchros due to notchy shifting in 4th gear. |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 37000 mi | Transaxle seal replacement |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 20600 mi | Previously experienced issues with the car stalling at high RPM in cooler temperatures. Computer update fixed the issue. |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 3000 mi US $100 |
When in motion, the stick shift is not smooth when moving from 1->2 -> 3. When in 3 and between 35MPH to 40MPH the stick shakes |
| 13000 mi | partial transmission rebuild due to inadequate response in 2nd and 3rd gear when downshifting. Got car back, inadequate response in 3rd remains. shifter frequently required double clutch to get into 3rd, 4th, or 5th gear. since being 'fixed', shifter now grinds and screeches when going into 3rd or 5th gear. |
| 14000 mi | Grinding sensation and occasional screech with shifter when shifting into 3rd and 5th. Since this was the 2nd trip for this problem, dealer replaced entire transmission, under warranty. Still some funky shifting issues in 4th - jury is out |
2013 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 24400 mi | Replaced a front drive axle |
2013 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 85000 mi US $2400 |
Car had a whine noise that increased with road speed (not engine rpm) which our mechanic traced back to the transmission. Transmission shop quoted a full rebuild at a little over $2300. There is a known issue from Mazda for this, and most people received replacement transmissions while still under powertrain warranty. |
| 71000 mi US $250 |
Needed transmission fluid |
2013 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| the 5-speed automatic transmission occasionally shifted in a hard, abrupt manner. Made a noticeable noise each time it shifted hard. |
2013 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 42000 mi | YourMechanic repaired my car in the driveway in a little over an hour. He replaced the Left Front Axle shaft, CV Joint and torn boot. |
| 14500 mi | Car was having difficulty with shifting. Faulty part was effecting timing |
2012 Mazda Mazda3
Engine not specified
| 35000 mi | valve body replaced and now getting terrible gas mileage |
2012 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 37080 mi $1000 |
The dealer replaced the TCM module, because during normal driving of the car had warning signal "AT" in the control panel and occasionally stopped the car and the directions of the board were lost. It took one week to repair. |
2012 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 14880 mi | traveling on highway felt a bang heard a whining noise drove to nearest Mazda dealer misdiagnosed as wheel misalignment.drove to home dealer diagnosed as transmission replacement that was 10 days ago still waiting for new transmission!!!!! |
| 15080 mi | transmission total failure took 7 1/2 weeks for tranny to come from Japan!!!! Dealer and Mazda don't care totally dissatisfied with repair job and total experience with this company,will purchase a Nissan or Honda next. |
2012 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 76880 mi C $500 |
Clutch master cylinder was leaking and replaced. |
| 78120 mi C $1600 |
Burnt clutch and assembly. New clutch kit and gear oil. |
| 109120 mi C $1500 |
Manual transmission gears, bearings, seals wear. Parts replaced. |
2012 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 61000 mi | Transmission started making loud whirring noises at all speeds. New transmission required. Covered under extended warranty. |
| 83000 mi US $300 |
Driver CV axle was leaking, replaced both driver and passenger side. |
2012 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 37700 mi US $115 |
AT, check engine, traction control 'slip' lights lit. Restart cleared all but check engine. Dealer, at Mazda's recommendation, reflashed transmission and traction control modules. Problem has not recurred. Tow recommended but not required. Transmission service, check engine, and traction control fault lights. All but check engine cleared by restart. Dealer contacted Mazda, advised to reflash transmission control and traction control modules. Problem has not reoccurred. |
| 120000 mi | During an inspection as part of a recall service, the transmission pan gasket was found to be leaking, and was replaced. |
| 145000 mi US $1200 |
Replace seals on transmission oil pan, cooler line fittings, and drive flanges. After this repair, a pervasive smell of burning plastic is emitted from the car after a long highway drive. |
| 7000 mi | defective valve assembly replaced |
| 68000 mi | While I was driving about 70 mph the car suddenly downshifted and wouldn't go more than about 25 mph or less and couldn't go up hills. Got towed - turned out to be a software glitch? The dealer reset and didn't charge me. |
2012 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 22600 mi | Squeaky clutch, apparently there was a service advisory from Mazda. Did not affect performance. |
2011 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 7440 mi | Clutch switch was noisy. Was lubricated on the first visit (eliminated noise) while part was ordered, then replaced on a subsequent visit. |
2011 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 10000 mi | All transmission fluid leaked out after axle not put together correctly after an engine replacement (dealer did not replace oil during an oil change). |
| 74400 mi C $300 |
Faulty transmission fluid pump replaced, common problem for this car |
2011 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 91000 mi US $125 |
Leaky drive shaft seal replaced. |
2011 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 69500 mi C $1677 |
Discovered fly wheel had separated and had to be replaced. |
2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 65000 mi US $100 |
Front axle had a squeaking joint, replaced front axle |
| Car had an erratic idle when stopping with clutch pushed in. Had it from day 1. Dealer on 2nd visit diagnosed problem as warped pressure plate, replaced with new plate and clutch. |
2010 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 92000 mi US $300 |
TCM replacement |
| 84200 mi C $700 |
Check engine light came on,after verification ,mechanic replaced a transmission sensor |
2010 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 90500 mi US $1500 |
Clutch got burned and the replacement of all components but a slave cylinder was needed. |
| 91100 mi | When the clutch pedal would be released after upshift or downshift, a tremble of two to three seconds could still be heard and felt. The user was comforted (barely) with the hope that the symptoms would disappear eventually. |
| 82000 mi US $6 |
Found puncture in CV Boot and lost some grease. Repacked CV Joint with new grease, glued the CV Boot. |
| 51000 mi | Transmission failed and needed replaced. |
2010 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 53940 mi | left front axel seal leaking |
| 13000 mi | Manual transmission problem. Clutch was sticky. They bled the hydraulics lines and problem went away. Also, had tires rotated. |
| 140000 mi US $300 |
Clutch and clutch mechanism |
| 60000 mi US $500 |
clutch master and slave cylinders replaced |
| 187000 mi US $1200 |
New clutch also had him replace cv boots and axle . Mazda clutch 585 for part special clutch |
| 86000 mi US $440 |
Outer passenger CV boot split. Required replacement of full CV shaft. |
| 34000 mi US $1600 |
The clutch completely failed after only 33,000 miles! Mazda refused to cover the repair under warranty, claiming it was "normal wear and tear", but there was nothing normal about this failure! |
2010 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 69000 mi US $246 |
AT light on dash flashes and car downshifts. One wk later AT, DSC, ck engine lights all came on. Taking to dealer. |
| 70100 mi US $298 |
AT light on dash flashes and car downshifts. One wk later AT, DSC, ck engine lights all came on. Manual says to tow car when this happens. Dealer extended warranty to replace the TCM for free. |
2010 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 160504 mi C $1095 |
The transmission control module (TCM) failed. Apparently a common problem with the Mazda 3. They replaced the fluid and filter in the transmission just in case. They replaced the TCM with a unit from a junkyard where a low-mileage Mazda 3 was used for parts. |
2009 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 119600 mi US $450 |
CV boot tear. CV joint suck in hub. replaced knuckle, hub, bearing, and shaft. $100 for used knuckle+hub. $100 for bearing, $120 for new shaft. $200 for lift time. |
| 123000 mi US $150 |
Trans leaking oil. replaced diff seal. |
| 28000 mi | Loud 'click' from front driveshaft when pulling away or accelerating briskly. Dealer lubed driveshaft splines, they were dry. Prob fixed. Apparently there is a TSB for the issue. |
2009 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 27900 mi $200 |
Rear shock absorber leaking. Replaced both. |
| 32860 mi $60 |
REAR STABILIZER LINK (right) |
| 37000 mi | Clutch slave cylinder sprung a link. The slave cylinder was replaced. |
| 82000 mi US $110 |
Clutch slave cylinder sprung a leak (again) |
| 75500 mi US $1100 |
The transmission subsequently had a synchro problem and was replaced, so I think the problems are a combination of the previous driver abusing the vehicle and my 16 year-old learning to drive in it. |
2009 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 104000 mi US $2400 |
Replace CV joint. $2400 total |
2009 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 28000 mi | transmission pan gasket was leaking, sealed, refilled under warranty |
2009 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 139300 mi US $1300 |
Front axle boot repaired as well front axle itself. |
2008.5 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 60760 mi C $400 |
Slave clutch cylinder broken. Replaced and lines bled. |
| 146000 mi US $589 |
Shifter seal developed leak and was leaking gear oil. Most of repair cost consisted of labor |
| 44220 mi C $300 |
Axle replaced |
2008.5 Mazda Mazda3
Engine not specified
| 39700 mi US $350 |
The manual gear stick broke in half while driving |
2008.5 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 107880 mi C $1600 |
Replaced Transmission |
| 55180 mi C $100 |
Wire of automatic transmission rusted |
2008.5 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 91700 mi US $906 |
CEL illumination and occasional rough shifting (AT). Had to bring it back in while the issue was present. Ended up replacing the Transmission Control Module. The original TCM wasn't communicating with the main computer. |
2008.5 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 190000 mi US $100 |
CV Boot Leaking. Replaced entire CV Joint. |
2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 38000 mi | Failure of passenger side drive axle/inner CV joint |
| 16634 mi | 2nd gear, double cone,clutch hub,clutch sleeve,3 ball bearings,3 synchronizer keys,3 synchronizer springs,shifter fork,nuetral start switch |
| 20948 mi | Clutch master cylinder leaking internally, damaged when trans repaired by CRAIN MAZDA. |
| 60419 mi US $1060 |
Motor mount bolts came loose dropping engine on to pass side CV joint, ripping power steering pump apart, Breaking pass side CV joint. |
| 100000 mi US $110 |
Slave cylinder blew rendering the clutch inoperable. 4 days down until part arrived at dealership. 30 minutes to install and bleed. |
| 135500 mi US $1000 |
Dual mass flywheel out of run out tolerance and play tolerance. Clutch slipping at any mph. Replaced clutch, clutch release bearing, pilot bearing and upgraded to single mass light weight flywheel to cut costs. |
| 37820 mi | Axles were clicking when changing rotational force on the drivetrain, changed entire drive axle but did not fix the problem. |
| 143900 mi US $295 |
The clutch master cylinder was worn out and leaking. It was replaced. |
| 23000 mi | Transmission slipping. Repaired/ paid in full by original factory warranty. |
| 54000 mi US $230 |
Driver's side front inner CV boot leaking. Bought replacement boot and took to mechanic for install. Mechanic discovered new part not good replacement, did not repair. Driver's side front inner CV boot leaking. Bought OEM replacement boot from dealer and took to independent mechanic for install. |
| 45000 mi US $300 |
Stick shift lever snapped! Dealer ruled not warrantied under powertrain, replaced by self. |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 100500 mi US $650 |
The transmission had melted upon itself according to dealer. The dealer/manufacturer paid for the transmission after some haggling. We had to pay for the tranny to be installed. |
| 72000 mi US $300 |
The car's CEL and AT lights were on. The transmission would not shift out of 3rd gear and started hesitating. The OBDII code P0753 showed it was a problem with the Shift Solenoid A. The shop drained & flushed the trans fluid, replaced the filter and Shift Solenoid A. After a few miles, the lights came back on. I decided to replaced the TCM unit with Mazda's latest version and the car has not experienced any transmission problems since. Transmission problem was not resolved by the work performed previously by the repair shop. Transmission problem returned 3 days after transmission solenoid was replaced. I replaced the transmission ECU and reset the the main ECU by letting the car idle for 20 minutes. This successfully resolved the limp mode transmission problem. |
| 76260 mi C $270 |
Transmission pan leaking, replaced pan, gasket, fluid. |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 112000 mi US $400 |
Replaced driver's side axle assembly due to torn and leaking outer CV joint boot. |
| 23000 mi US $1000 |
Replaced clutch (son learned to drive manual with this car so it failed early) |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 93000 mi US $337 |
CV axle boot torn |
| 97000 mi US $400 |
Replaced CV axle and lower control arm, partially solved front end vibrations |
| 50220 mi $200 |
Automatic transmission did not work properly and it remained in gear 1 or 2 and no shift to other gears. The problem occurred because of late transmission oil replacement and some plates in the gearbox were out of order. |
| 96000 mi US $30 |
Car would fail to start intermittently while in park (would start in neutral). Diagnosed as rusty lock cable lever per TSB 05-012-08. Temporary fix was penetrating oil and lubricant to loosen stuck part. Parts replced once received. |
| 80000 mi | DIY repair; lube shift linkage as car failed to start in park on occasion. |
| 112000 mi US $500 |
and CV Axle. |
| 93000 mi | While in the shop for the rattling, the tech noticed my transmission pan was cracked and leaking badly. They ordered the parts and I returned a week later to have it replaced. Transmission pan replaced. I NEVER noticed liquid in my parking spot at home however. |
| 88000 mi US $425 |
Automatic transmission leaking fluid. Tech found leak at seam. Unable to repair. Replaced transmission with Mazda out of warranty assistance. |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 140000 mi US $4100 |
transmission had been on its way out for months as my dad never changed the atx fluid. at the end i couldn't shift properly. glad to have it back though. |
| 39060 mi | Intermittent no-start condition with transmission lever in Park position, started OK in Neutral. Repaired by cleaning, adjusting and lubricating the selector lever cable at the transmission. |
| 121520 mi C $129 |
AT warning light on /off intermittently. Electronic solenoid sticking in transmission, and transmission needs to be replaced. Replacing with rebuild estimated at $5K or so. Two Transmission related CELs stated on diagnosis report. |
| 123380 mi C $625 |
Replaced the old TCM (Transmission Control Module) with a newer version. A CEL and AT light were intermittent - The transmission would go into 'safe' mode and would not shift properly, or it was a harsh shift 1st and 3rd gear only. Shutting the engine OFF and a restart would sometimes cure the problem. This is a common problem with this car, and can occur anytime. AT warning light on /off intermittently. The dealer wanted $5k to rebuild the transmission. Studied a lot of Mazda forums on the internet, and determined the problem was the TCM, but a replacement part from the dealer was $750.00 + HST and labour to install it. I managed to get a new current one from Scarborough Mazda for $550.00 + HST and 2 hours of my time to install it - plug 'n play. Problem solved - it ran and shifted like a brand new car! Mazda has to be aware of the TCM problem by now, and should have issued a TSB to cover the situation, so dealers and their technicians could accurately diagnose and repair this obvious 'long term' reliability issue. |
| 69000 mi US $155 |
Car could be started intermittenly in park and can always start in neutral. Original Neutral, Safety-Starter switch replaced. No trouble codes or info on car's computer. |
| 76700 mi | Transmission going out of 5th gear and 4th gear into 3rd gear at 60 MPH. Dash indicator light for transmission gear out. Replaced Neutral Safety Starter Sensor for AT. Transmission back to normal and dash light operational again. Covered under warranty. N/C |
| 94198 mi US $1617 |
replaced rotten transmission pan and filter, four wheel wheel alignment. |
| 4000 mi | Transmission fluid leak noticed by mechanic while in for wiper motor; replaced pan under transmission that had filled with fluid and apparently burned or otherwise destroyed the pan. Got a call the next day saying they'd installed the wrong part to fix the transmission leak; took car back in, correct part installed. |
| 79000 mi US $1107 |
Had the TCM replaced. Before repair, transmission would shift harsh and only shift from 1st through 3rd gear. Shifting into reverse when TCM would fail would cause jerking and violent shift. Light would come on dash "AT" showing transmission module failed. After TCM was replaced with new one, everything worked perfectly. This repair cost also includes new rear shocks. |
| 86000 mi US $3200 |
Transmission completely failed with only 86,000 miles. This was after routine transmission fluid changes and preventative maintenance. Took to Landis Transmission in Lancaster and they said it was a faulty transmission. Had entire transmission replaced with a used one with 51,000 miles. Mazda wanted over $4000 for a new transmission so opted for a used one with a warranty. |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 64000 mi US $600 |
Car was making a non-metallic rattling when backing off the throttle, which went away when the brakes were applied. Dealer diagnosed as bad driver-side CV and intermediate shafts. Both were replaced. |
| 33000 mi | Shift lever pin BROKE just 8 days after the dealer replaced the entire clutch. They said it was just a coincidence. |
| 110467 mi US $950 |
LEFT FRONT DRIVE AXLE. 1ST MAJOR REPAIR IN 12 YEARS OF HARD CITY DRIVING |
| 75000 mi US $1400 |
clutch master cylinder and solenoid |
2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 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 |
| 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 |
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 |
| 95400 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. |
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 |
| 25420 mi | Replaced shifter cables, under warranty. |
| 75050 mi US $983 |
Replace clutch. Mechanic speculated a manufacturing flaw cause friction material on one side of clutch disc to disintegrate. |
2007 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 94240 mi C $650 |
Cv joint and boot replacement and brake flush |
| 77360 mi | Replaced front right CV joint |
2007 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 129000 mi US $300 |
Cv axle passenger side clicking |
| 46500 mi C $325 |
front right axel replaced |
| 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 |
2007 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 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. |
| 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) |
| 82660 mi C $1600 |
TCM module |
| 109000 mi US $300 |
seal leaking |
| 116000 mi US $500 |
Replaced transmission control module |
| 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). |
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. |
| 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. |
| 109000 mi US $300 |
Replaced driver side CV axle |
| 169000 mi US $273 |
CV boot was torn, replaced entire axle. |
2006.5 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 13020 mi | Grinding noise from front drive wheels diagnosed by dealer as a problem with the limited slip differential. Parts ordered from factory. |
| 13020 mi | Limited slip differential replaced under original factory warranty. |
| 14260 mi | Grinding noise from drivetrain at more than half-lock in the steering, best heard at low speeds. |
| 15500 mi | Replaced half-shafts and CV joints, but grinding noise persists. Dealer still investigating. |
| 17360 mi | Differential and sundry parts replaced (second time for this car - this is the third differential). |
2006 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 127000 mi | Getting u0101 error code. Car loses power(drive)and the AT light flashes. |
| 83000 mi US $800 |
Car surged forward by itself in stop and go traffic. Had to control it with the brakes. Was able to replicate somewhat the next day with a mechanic in the car but they could not duplicate it on the rack. Major maintenance svc seems to have fixed it. |
| 138700 mi US $1200 |
replace control unit for shiftable automatic transmission |
2006 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 500 mi | Transmission replaced when car just a few weeks old. |
| 82000 mi | Clutch pedal would sometimes fail to return to position after use. Clutch master & slave cylinders replaced. |
| 14700 mi | Difficult to put 5 spd in reverse |
| 23500 mi | New clutch pressure plate, friction plate, throwout bearing, fork. All covered under warranty. |
| 57000 mi US $500 |
Replaced passenger side axle (CV joints clicking when in first gear - manual transmission - during turns, like in a parking lot). Pain in the rear. I think I damaged wheel bearing in the process. Very expensive parts with a core charge. |
| 33480 mi | Transmission was "clipping" when shifting into third gear. Audible clunking noise outside car and rough feeling going into gear. Transmission removed and torn down - replaced gears and linkage. Abnormally heavy wear - manufacturing defect. Transmission was "clipping" when shifting into third gear. Audible clunking noise outside car and rough feeling going into gear. Transmission removed and torn down - replaced 3rd gear and synchro ring. Abnormal wear - manufacturing defect. Replaced under |
| 130820 mi | Bearing issue, opted not to replace. |
2006 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
150-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 103000 mi US $500 |
Low speed squeak/squeal, especially when making parking-lot turns. Front-passenger corner. Despite new mid axle shaft, problem never corrected. |
| 109120 mi C $1600 |
Clutch exploded, whole assembly replaced. No damage to transmission. |
2006 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 53100 mi US $1500 |
Axle shaft, passenger side, shattered while making a right turn at ~3mph. Recently had a passenger open the door and leap out while the car was in motion, traveling ~35mph, after earlier encountering a gaping chasm of a pothole. |
| 91800 mi US $350 |
Dealer discovered Transmission Pressure Sensor was faulty |
| 108900 mi US $900 |
Transmission would not shift and no display lit up in the cluster. Diagnosed with code U1101: Communication Fault. The TCU went out and I was told this is common on Mazda 3 vehicles with over 80K miles. |
| 156468 mi US $2271 |
Took car in for transmission service. Symptoms were codes for hot fluid and a shift sensor stuck open/closed. Vehicle could not be driven. Shop stated all internals looked fine. Unit was completely rebuilt and outfitted with new shift solenoids, new torque converter, and a shift kit. Relearn was performed on the TCM. |
| 186474 mi US $188 |
Replace the driver's side axle seal. |
| 136000 mi US $100 |
CIL signed Pulse Generator failure. AT would signal problem and prohibit gearing higher than 3rd. Replaced sensor. |
| 115300 mi US $1100 |
Received error code U0101 - Lost Communication with TCM. TCM had to be replaced |
| 116000 mi US $1300 |
Car would not shift correctly: clunking noises when shifting to D or R, transmission seemed stuck 3rd gear. "AT" and "check engine" lights were on. Dealer replaced transmission control module and fixed a minor, unrelated transmission leak. |
| 129000 mi US $700 |
Automatic transmission control module failed. Replaced with new unit, car drives like new again. |
| 62000 mi C $5000 |
Automatic transmission failed |
| 105000 mi US $500 |
Replaced TCM using Mazda OEM part. |
2006 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 162000 mi US $80 |
Boot ripped a few years back and the joint finally wore out. |
| 29140 mi | Clutch release bearing was making noise. Clutch pedal assembly was initially suspected but it was the bearing. Clutch itself was also replaced for whatever reason. |
| 56000 mi US $45 |
Whining noise noticeable when slowing to a stop, noise stopped when clutch was disengaged, local mechanic informed that the manual transmission has a faulty bearing or similar problem- likely related to engine failure/replacement three months prior. |
| 74000 mi | Started popping out of 3rd gear intermittently (manual transmission). Diagnosed as worn synchro on 3rd gear, living with the problem until it gets bad enough to spend the $$$ to repair! |
| 77300 mi US $1050 |
Transmission replaced with a used one from a salvage vehicle. Less expensive than attempting to repair/rebuilt existing manual transmission. |
| 112100 mi C $180 |
Cracked boot on CV joint, oil leaking slowly from boot. Decided to replace CV shaft assy. |
2006 Mazda Mazda3 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 140120 mi | The transmission has been skipping third gear when downshifting. Impossible to do overtaking on the highway. |
2005 Mazda Mazda3
Engine not specified
| 65000 mi US $630 |
Stated transmission was leaking fluid and it would cost $230 to fix ontop of $300 60K maintenance. When I got the bill, it just stated that they sprayed a foam insulator around transmision case. |
2005 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 134000 mi | trans leak & burning smell, |
| 24800 mi | Hard early morning shifting and vibration when down shifting from 4th to 3rd in manual mode. Still hard shift when engine cold, down shifting was corrected no vibration. |
| 47338 mi US $395 |
Click heard in front end when making hard right turns at slow speed. Had to remove left side axle, found some rust on splines (common issue in Mz3). Removed rust, greased splines and reinstalled. Click heard in front end when making hard right turns at slow speed. Had to remove left side axle, found some rust on splines (common issue in Mz3). Removed rust, greased splines and reinstalled. |
| 48000 mi US $100 |
Car made clicking noise when doing hard left turns(NOT the sound from bad CV joint). Mechanic had to remove right side half-shaft, remove rust on spline, grease and reinstall half-shaft. Common issue on Mazda3. |
| 58300 mi US $315 |
Car had a P0715 code, "turbine speed sensor fault". Caused the car to not get out of 3rd gear, check engine light and AT light were on. Sensor was replaced. |
| 81060 mi US $220 |
Leaking transmission pan gasket. Gasket removed and replaced. |
2005 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 125000 mi | Trans not shifting correctly. |
| 79000 mi US $100 |
Transmission fluid leak. Leaking from the transmission fluid pan gasket. After that repair immediately noticed it is leaking from a higer spot on the transmission. |
| 80000 mi US $50 |
The transmission fluid inlet from the radiator had coroded and a rust hole formed. |
| 62000 mi C $2500 |
Replaced two front wheel bearings (whole hub) |
| 36951 mi C $148 |
Shift cable-lever lock |
| 138980 mi C $800 |
When wet, gear selector not going into P-Park. Had to start car in N-Neutral. Replaced rusted wire from gear selection indicator to electrical system control. |
| 146320 mi C $550 |
leaking transmission fluid |
2005 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 94240 mi C $500 |
3rd gear not holding in. |
| 99200 mi C $1200 |
3rd gear not holding. Replaced by second hand transmission. works good no problems. 3rd gear not holding. Replaced by second hand transmission. works good no problems. |
| 102300 mi C $150 |
Leaking from seal |
| 201000 mi US $250 |
Replaced driver's side CV joint / axle |
| 207633 mi US $97 |
Diagnosis only of bad motor & trans mounts. |
| 97000 mi US $320 |
A cv boot developed a leak. The cv joint and boot were replaced. |
| 62000 mi US $450 |
front axle shaft lube |
2005 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 48000 mi US $101 |
noticed oil on ground. drove in and it was trans seal and repaired with new seal, trans kit and new oil. |
| 49400 mi US $100 |
trans leak still there afer replacing seal and fluids. turned out to be corroded trans cooling line. seems very common on this 3 series. earlier repair to trans seal and such still did not fix leaking trans fluids. Now found corroded trans cooling line. replaced. |
| 89000 mi US $400 |
Very harsh shifts; would not shift into 4th gear (top gear) |
| 35340 mi $120 |
Replace left hand axle because of faulty cv joint |
| 45340 mi $75 |
Switch in tiptronic mode failed. Could manually shift up gears but not down. Replaced entire shifter with a second hand unit. |
2004 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 97500 mi US $80 |
Change transmission fluid and filter because mal functioning AT at cold starts. |
| 98000 mi | Transmission kit need to be replaced, |
| 156000 mi US $1100 |
replace transmission, faulty mounts allowed too much movement between engine/trans. |
| 156000 mi US $20 |
when transmission was replaced, mechanic didnt plug in sensor, after months of difficulties with this mechanic, took to a different transmission shop, they found issue within minutes and plugged it in, worked great. |
2004 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 73300 mi | Automatic transmission gear selector not lighting up "P" on dash, car not recognizing it was in park and not starting. Put some thick oil on the gear shaft link under the car and problem went away. Gear link was rusty and needed oil is all. |
| 56280 mi C $70 |
The car would intermittently not start when in Park, and you would have to shift it into Neutral to start it. They claim they adjusted the shifter cable, for $70, and now it does reliably start in Park. |
| 166000 mi US $305 |
Inner cv joint boot cracked. Car making loud clicking noise when driving. |
| 194000 mi | Transmission wouldn't shift into 2nd or 4th gear. Upon visual inspection of the transmission it was found that the 2-4 clutch anchor bolt was loose and needed to be re-tightened. |
| 247000 mi US $250 |
Transmission slipping out of overdrive and 4th gear. Found clutch pack piece in transmission oil. Replaced transmission with used transmission. Filled with new fluid. |
2004 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 38000 mi | Manual transmission is very hard to shift when cold. Told it was normal due to heavy weight oil in transmission. |
2004 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 62200 mi US $3000 |
AT light came on - dealer's service dept diagnosed problem as solenoid needs to be replaced in transmission. Also, recommended to replace struts and engine mounts. |
| 1860 mi | replace axles because of clunking noise |
| 14880 mi | replaced cross joints in the front. clunk is finally fixed. |
| 6200 mi | clunk is still there. Dealer replaced brake pads in the front to fix clunk. |
| 9300 mi | clunk in the back. replaced some bolt to fix. |
| 14880 mi | replaced cross joints in the front. clunk is finally fixed. |
| 178700 mi US $450 |
transmission fluid flush & filter replaced; speed sensors replaced; solenoids replaced |
| 191 mi US $2500 |
Car's original transmission failed. Replaced/repaired forward clutches, rebuilt transmission, replaced failed rear transmission mount. |
| 198000 mi US $125 |
Replaced car's original axles. |
| 114700 mi C $500 |
transmission pan rusted and beginning to leak |
| 117000 mi US $550 |
AT Warning Light on, Shift shock when shifting to Reverse. Some slipping when shifting thru other gears. Diagnostic codes shown that "Pressure Control Solenoid" and "Pressure Sensor" was malfunctioning. Both parts were replaced. |
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