How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2012 Mazda3?

NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2012 Mazda3, which is 7% of the 226 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2012 Mazda3 steering issue?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the steering complaints on the 2012 Mazda3.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2012 Mazda3?

The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 48,865 miles, though individual reports range from lower to over 100,000 miles.

Did the steering problems cause any crashes?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and no fires or injuries tied to the 15 steering complaints for the 2012 Mazda3.

Is the 2012 Mazda3 worse for steering complaints than other years?

The 2012 model's 7% share of complaints tied to steering is lower than the 2011 model's 10% but higher than most years from 2014 onward, which sit at 2-4%.

2012 Mazda Mazda3 Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2012 Mazda3, 7% of its 226 total complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 48,865. No related recalls are listed for this issue.

Steering complaints: 15; 7% of 226
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 48,865 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Power steering assist cuts out suddenly while driving, sometimes paired with loss of traction control, anti-lock brakes, or accelerator response.
Power steering warning light illuminates before the steering wheel becomes hard or impossible to turn, often at highway speeds around 45 mph.
Turning the car off and back on temporarily restores steering, then the failure recurs, sometimes repeatedly over months.
Steering assist has intermittently failed after jump-starting the car following a dead battery.
Some owners report the steering wheel locking up entirely or the car drifting out of its lane despite hand pressure on the wheel.

When 2012 Mazda Mazda3 steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 29, 2013, latest Mar 5, 2022.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2013 to Mar 2022; peak Jan 2013 (1).

Steering recalls for the 2012 Mazda Mazda3

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Mazda3 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201031 (5%)
201113 (10%)
201215 (7%)
20139 (8%)
20143 (2%)
20153 (2%)
20163 (3%)
20172 (2%)
20182 (2%)
20193 (4%)
20203 (9%)
20211 (2%)
20220 (0%)
20231 (8%)
20240 (0%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2012 Mazda3?: NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2012 Mazda3, which is 7% of the 226 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2012 Mazda3 steering issue?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the steering complaints on the 2012 Mazda3.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2012 Mazda3?: The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 48,865 miles, though individual reports range from lower to over 100,000 miles.
Did the steering problems cause any crashes?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and no fires or injuries tied to the 15 steering complaints for the 2012 Mazda3.
Is the 2012 Mazda3 worse for steering complaints than other years?: The 2012 model's 7% share of complaints tied to steering is lower than the 2011 model's 10% but higher than most years from 2014 onward, which sit at 2-4%.