2010 Mazda Mazda3 Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 44 engine-related complaints for the 2010 Mazda Mazda3, about 6% of all 686 complaints filed for the year. There is no related recall on file for this engine issue. Median mileage at failure was 58,713.5 miles.
- Engine complaints
- 44
- 6% of 686 complaints
- All complaints this year
- 686
- Crashes reported
- 4
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 4
- Median mileage
- 58,714 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Owners report the engine suddenly stalling at low speed, causing loss of steering and braking assist and leading to crashes.
- Several drivers describe the engine revving on its own or surging in RPM while stopped, making the car lurch forward unexpectedly.
- One owner reported smoke and then flames coming from under the hood shortly after purchase.
- Owners describe the vehicle shutting off while parked and then failing to restart, sometimes recurring multiple times.
- Some drivers noted the cruise control disengaging unexpectedly while descending hills, requiring manual throttle correction.
When 2010 Mazda Mazda3 engine complaints were filed
First complaint May 2, 2010, latest Jan 11, 2024.
Engine recalls for the 2010 Mazda Mazda3
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
Engine complaints by Mazda3 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many engine complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Mazda3?
- NHTSA lists 44 engine-related complaints for the 2010 Mazda3, which is about 6% of the 686 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2010 Mazda3 engine problems?
- No. The data shows no related recalls tied to the engine complaints for the 2010 Mazda3.
- At what mileage do 2010 Mazda3 engine problems typically occur?
- The median mileage at failure for engine-related complaints on the 2010 Mazda3 is 58,713.5 miles.
- Did the 2010 Mazda3 engine problems cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 4 injuries connected to engine complaints for the 2010 Mazda3.
- How does the 2010 Mazda3 compare to other years for engine complaints?
- The 2010 Mazda3 had 44 engine complaints (6% share), similar in count to 2012 which also had 44 complaints but a higher 19% share of that year's total.