2014 Mazda Mazda3 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
60/100
#9 most-complained of 21 Mazda3 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2014 Mazda Mazda3 has 138 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 60 out of 100 — #9 highest of 21 Mazda3 model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is brakes (28 complaints, 20% of the total). Complaints report 10 crashes, 1 fire, and 5 injuries.
- Complaints
- 138
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 10 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 5 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 32
- 28.5 city / 38.5 hwy
Top 2014 Mazda Mazda3 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Other30 (22%)
- Brakes28 (20%)
- Electrical System28 (20%)
- Fuel System24 (17%)
- Engine21 (15%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras12 (9%)
- Transmission & Powertrain7 (5%)
- Seat Belts5 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (4%)
- Airbags4 (3%)
2014 Mazda Mazda3 recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V487000Jul 14, 2023Collision Avoidance & Cameras236,100 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.
- NHTSA 17V393000Jun 22, 2017Brakes227,814 vehicles
Parking brake
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles. Water could possibly enter the brake caliper causing the parking brake actuator shaft to corrode and possibly bind.
Risk: If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will check the parking brake actuator shafts, replacing any that are corroded, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 24, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1217F.
- NHTSA 16V684000Sep 22, 2016Fuel System17,484 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Mazda Motors North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured January 4, 2014, to September 18, 2015. The fuel tank of the affected vehicles may have been improperly handled during manufacturing and, as a result, the welded attachment of the Inlet Check Valve (ICV) may fail and allow fuel to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and depending on the tank lot number, dealers will inspect the ICV weld, replacing the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0116I.
2014 Mazda Mazda3 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 28.5 MPG
- Highway
- 38.5 MPG
- Combined
- 32 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,050
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other Mazda3 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Mazda Mazda3 a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2014 Mazda Mazda3 ranks #9 of 21 among Mazda3 model years (Complaint Index 60/100, verdict: Caution). It has 138 complaints and 4 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mazda Mazda3?
- The most reported problem areas are brakes (28 complaints), electrical system (28 complaints), and fuel system (24 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 34,625 miles.
- Does the 2014 Mazda Mazda3 have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2014 Mazda Mazda3, most recently reported 2023, covering collision avoidance & cameras, brakes, fuel system, and electrical system.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3?
- EPA rates the 2014 Mazda Mazda3 at 32 MPG combined (28.5 city / 38.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,050. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.