How many transmission complaints does NHTSA list for the 2012 Mazda Mazda3?

NHTSA lists 40 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Mazda Mazda3, which is 18% of the 226 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2012 Mazda Mazda3?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the 2012 Mazda Mazda3 in this problem area.

At what mileage do transmission problems usually show up on the 2012 Mazda3?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 20,000 miles.

Did the 2012 Mazda3 transmission issues cause crashes or injuries?

The NHTSA data for this problem area lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.

How does the 2012 Mazda3 compare to other model years for transmission complaints?

The 2012 model year's 18% share of complaints in this area is higher than most other Mazda3 years listed, including 2010 at 6%, 2013 at 15%, and 2019 at 15%.

2012 Mazda Mazda3 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

Owners filed 40 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Mazda Mazda3, 18% of all complaints that year, the highest share of any model year in this dataset. Median mileage at failure was 20,000 miles, with no related recalls, crashes, fires, or injuries reported.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 40; 18% of 226
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 20,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Automatic-transmission cars unexpectedly downshift into a low gear at highway speed, the RPM spikes past 4,000, and the vehicle loses power while the traction control light stays on.
Some vehicles will not upshift out of first gear after the sudden downshift, and the gear indicator on the dashboard goes blank.
Manual-transmission owners report the engine surging or lurching forward on its own when downshifting through a curve or turn, with RPM jumping between roughly 2,100 and 4,500.
Manual-transmission owners also describe grinding when shifting from first to second gear even with the clutch fully depressed.
Several drivers say the loss of power and forced low-gear condition happened repeatedly and could not be duplicated or diagnosed by a dealer technician.

When 2012 Mazda Mazda3 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 23, 2012, latest Jun 23, 2024.

40 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2012 to Jun 2024; peak Dec 2012 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2012 Mazda Mazda3

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Mazda3 model year

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

201040 (6%)
201112 (9%)
201240 (18%)
201318 (15%)
20147 (5%)
20155 (4%)
20169 (9%)
20173 (4%)
20185 (5%)
201911 (15%)
20201 (3%)
20213 (6%)
20222 (8%)
20233 (25%)
20241 (8%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does NHTSA list for the 2012 Mazda Mazda3?: NHTSA lists 40 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Mazda Mazda3, which is 18% of the 226 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2012 Mazda Mazda3?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the 2012 Mazda Mazda3 in this problem area.
At what mileage do transmission problems usually show up on the 2012 Mazda3?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 20,000 miles.
Did the 2012 Mazda3 transmission issues cause crashes or injuries?: The NHTSA data for this problem area lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.
How does the 2012 Mazda3 compare to other model years for transmission complaints?: The 2012 model year's 18% share of complaints in this area is higher than most other Mazda3 years listed, including 2010 at 6%, 2013 at 15%, and 2019 at 15%.