Third generation (BM/BN)
2014 Mazda Mazda3
The most reported problem on the 2014 Mazda Mazda3 is infotainment, with 26 complaints, usually around 47,000 miles.
- 124owner complaints
- 4recalls
- 8involved a crash
- 48,202median miles at failure
Newest report Jul 9, 2026 · checked Oct 2, 2026
What is your Mazda3 doing?
Each one opens a sheet built from the owner reports of that problem on the 2014 model year.
Is the 2014 Mazda Mazda3 reliable?
The 2014 Mazda Mazda3 has 124 owner complaints on file with NHTSA, less than half the median of 318 for 2014 sedans on this site. Of the 11 Mazda3 model years since 2014, it has the 2nd most complaints. Complaint counts rise with sales as well as faults, so read what owners report below before deciding.
At a glance
- Next to other model years
- Complaints filed before 2015 aren't in the files this site reads, so the 2014 count runs short and isn't compared with the model years next to it.
- Top problem
- Two problems run close. Infotainment has 26 complaints and brake wear has 21, out of 124 in all. A quarter of the 8 owners who gave a mileage for infotainment saw it by about 35,000 miles, and half by about 47,000.
- Crash, fire and injury reports
- 10 of the 124 complaints (8%) report a crash, a fire or an injury, a little above the 6% typical of vehicles on this site. Counted separately (one report can carry more than one), 8 reports mention a crash, 1 mentions a fire and 5 people were hurt.
- Recalls behind the top problems
- Infotainment, the one problem here with enough reports to check, has a recall on the same system (14V-173). A recall on the same system doesn't always cover the failure owners describe, so compare its summary with the complaints.
- When owners filed
- Filings peaked in 2019 at 21 (full calendar years only). In 2025 there were 9. So far in 2026, 6 more have come in. Filings on record start in 2015.
When each problem shows up
Each bar covers the middle half of the mileages owners reported for that problem. A quarter saw it earlier, a quarter later. The tick is the median. Most reported: infotainment, screen or backup camera fails, 26 complaints.
middle half of reports, median tick. The heavier grey bars have 75 or more reports.
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How this compares
124 complaints is 2.5 times fewer than the median 2014 model on this site and 2.6 times fewer than the median 2014 sedan. Among the 4 Mazda3 model years here it ranks 2nd for complaints. Counts follow sales volume as much as reliability, so a truck that sells 700,000 a year draws more reports than a sedan that sells 200,000.
Service bulletins for the 2014 Mazda Mazda3
Mazda filed 881 bulletins and other notices with NHTSA that list the 2014 Mazda Mazda3. 98 of them deal with a problem owners have reported on this car. Newest first.
Federal rules make a manufacturer send NHTSA a copy of any notice about a defect that goes to more than one dealer or owner. Most of these are service bulletins, the repair instructions manufacturers send to dealers. NHTSA generally leaves safety recall bulletins out of this file, and recalls are listed separately.
Infotainment, screen or backup camera fails 62 bulletins · 26 complaints
Some vehicles may have one of the following DTCs stored in memory along with a system status notice on the Multi-information display OR display a system status notice with no DTC: C1001:92 - Forward sensing camera (FSC) poor field of view [Gen 6 vehicles] ...
Some customers may complain that the ambient temperature on the instrument cluster is displayed more than 50 °F (10 °C) lower than the actual temperature, resulting in insufficient performance of the air conditioning.
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Some customers may complain about infotainment center display. Peeling, spider cracks and white dots.
Some vehicles may exhibit a distorted image or no image from the rear mount camera when shifted into reverse. Due to friction, the coating of camera socket terminals may wear out, creating high electrical resistance.
Some customers may complain about infotainment center display: - Ghost Touch - DTC B108E:04 may be stored (Touch screen operates by itself) - Surface Peeling - DTC B108E:04 may be stored - Spider Cracks - White dots IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT replace the ...
Some vehicles may experience the symptoms mentioned below, which can be fixed with the latest software update (Version 74.00.324 or later). The system performance has been improved as follows: Ver.
Some customers may complain about infotainment center display: - Ghost Touch (Touch screen operates by itself) - Spider Cracks - Surface Peeling - White dots
Some customers may complain about infotainment center display: - Ghost Touch (Touch screen operates by itself) - Surface Peeling - Spider Cracks Repair kits are available to replace just the screen.
Some customers may complain about infotainment center display: Ghost touch, surface peeling, spider cracks. Repair kits are available to replace just the screen. There is no need to replace the entire infotainment display unit.
Some customers may experience a continuous infotainment reboot in or near Seattle Washington and troubleshooting is not possible due to continuous reboot.
Some customers may experience a continuous infotainment reboot in or near Seattle Washington. Mazda is aware of the issue and is working on a resolution. This Service Alert will be updated with the newest repair information as it becomes available.
AUDIO, NAVIGATION AND PHONE CONCERNS WITH MAZDA CONNECT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM (6TH GENERATION). All Mazda Connect vehicles in new car inventory must be updated to the software version listed below in this TSB as part of the New Car Ready Step 3 process. Make sure the new vehicle specialist receives a copy of this bulletin.
Plus 50 older ones not listed here.
Brakes grind, pulse or wear early 10 bulletins · 21 complaints
Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging. If you encounter a customer complaint for any one of these symptoms, refer to the following information to understand why symptoms may occur, and to better ...
Some vehicles may exhibit a rattle / knock noise from the front disc brake caliper (1) when driving on a rough road surface.This is caused by the slide pin (1) hitting the mounting support (2) due to insufficient holding power of the dust boots (3) when a ...
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Some customers may report a slight clunk/bang/buzz noise or jolt from the front of the vehicle. This concern will most likely occur during the vehicles first forward movement after starting the engine.
Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak noise when applying the brakes and/or groove marks (A) on the front disc plates. This is caused by abrasive metal from the front disc plate sticking to the brake pad, which damages the disc plate over time.
Some vehicles may experience a squeaking/grinding noise from the rear brake even after the brake pedal is released. Upon inspection, the caliper mounting support is corroded and one of the disc pad is abnormally worn out (A).
Squeak noise from front brakes and/or groove marks on front disc plate
Air Temperature will not change
IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS, SMART CITY BRAKE SUPPORT (SCBS) MAY OPERATE UNINTENTIONALLY. THE OWNER'S MANUAL PROVIDES 7 EXAMPLES: OBJECTS ON THE ROAD AT THE ENTRANCE TO A CURVE.VEHICLES PASSING IN THE OPPOSITE LANE WHILE MAKING A CURVE.METAL OBJECTS, BUMPS, OR ...
Squeaking/Grinding Noise From rear brake
Sqeaking/Grinding noise from rear brake
Backup camera goes black or freezes 2 bulletins · 10 complaints
Symptom troubleshooting tables to diagnose MAZDA CONNECT concerns. No. 1 Blank Screen No. 2. Rear View Camera is not displayed No. 3 Rebooting No. 4 Infotainment System Has No Sound No. 5 Commander Switch Does Not Work No. 6 Bluetooth device will not pair No. ...
Some customers may complain about a rear view monitor display that is: ¯· Blank (or may have backup camera warning message) ¯· Distorted ¯· Blurry ¯· Fuzzy ¯· Split screen (see attached video) ¯· Grainy. The icons and text are normally displayed.
Engine stalls or loses power while driving 1 bulletin · 7 complaints
Some customers may expierience one or more of the following: ¯· intermittent no start ¯· engine stall ¯· many DTC's stored ¯· no communication with the PCM. This may be caused by a poor C-11 or C-12 electrical connection.
Check engine light or misfire 19 bulletins · 7 complaints
Some vehicles may experience the Check Engine Light ON with DTC P0171 (Fuel Trim too Lean) and possibly DTCs P030X (Misfire). Vehicles having this concern should use the following Inspection/Repair procedure.
Some vehicles may experience the CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON with DTC P2610 and P2507 stored in memory after engine start and room fuse 15A (A) removed. P2610:00: Instrument cluster internal engine off timer performance problem.
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Some vehicles may experience the check engine light and automatic transaxle warning light ON with one or more of these DTCs stored in the TCM memory (P0842, P0847, P0872, P0877, P0780, P1738).
Some customers may complain about poor heater performance even after the engine reaches normal operating temperature. This may be caused by a plugged heater core.
Some vehicles may experience a rough idle with the check engine light on and DTC P0015 / P0524 stored in memory. P0015:00 - Exhaust CMP timing over-retarded. P0524:00 - Engine oil pressure too low.
When the engine is started for the first time after parking the vehicle overnight in cold conditions (below 32 degrees Fahrenheit / 0 degrees Celsius), some vehicles may exhibit a rough idle and/or the check engine light on with any of the following DTC(s) ...
Some vehicles may exhibit the check engine light on with DTC P0456 stored in the PCM memory. P0456: EVAP system leak detected (very small leak).
The vehicles listed above are equipped with a push button start/stop ignition system. Unlike previous Mazda models, there is no key cylinder on the steering column.
Some vehicles may exhibit oil residue on the engine front cover from seepage around the joint portion (A) between the cylinder block and head. It becomes very noticable with dust adhesion.
Some 2012-2016 Mazda3s, 2013-2015 CX-5s and 2014-2015 Mazda6s may experience the Check Engine Light ON with DTC P0101 and/or P061B and/or driveability problem after reprogramming the PCM using IDS versions 105.02 to 105.04.
When the engine is started for the first time after parking overnight in cold weather (below freezing), some vehicles may exhibit the check engine light on with DTC P0451:00 (Fuel tank pressure sensor: sensor characteristic malfunction) stored in memory.This ...
Multi-Model - engine runs rough and check engine light on with DTCS P0201 and P0204 or P0202 and P0203
Plus 7 older ones not listed here.
Fuel pump failure 1 bulletin · 5 complaints
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A TAPPING NOISE COMING FROM INSIDE THE FUEL TANK (UNDER THE REAR SEAT) WHEN IDLING AFTER THE FUEL TANK HAS BEEN FILLED UP. THE NOISE DISAPPEARS AFTER DRIVING AND CONSUMING SOME FUEL.
Seat belt or seat problems 3 bulletins · 5 complaints
Some vehicles may exhibit a condition where the front seat cushion trim comes off the seat frame at the front end. This may be found on vehicles with all types of the seat trims (leather, leatherette and fabric).
Some vehicles may exhibit excessive operating noise when sliding the driver and/or passenger power seat(s) back and forth. The noise may be caused by cable vibration, which transmits power from the motor to the gears.
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SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE SIDE(S) OF THE REAR SEAT IS LIFTING OR LOOSE WHEN LIFTED BY HAND.THIS IS CAUSED BY A PRODUCT VARIATION OF THE REAR SEAT CUSHION.
Complaints filed by year
21 complaints came in 2019. Owners file in waves when a problem gets press or an investigation, so a spike measures attention as much as failures.
Recalls that include the 2014 Mazda Mazda3
Whether your car is included depends on its VIN. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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 and remedy
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.
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 and remedy
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.
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 and remedy
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.
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through December 18, 2013, and model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured May 20, 2013, through December 4, 2013, and both equipped with a 2.5L engine and a regenerative engine braking system. When driving the affected vehicles in heavy rain or in deep puddles, the alternator belt may slip causing the Power Control module (PCM) to incorrectly assume failure of the charging system.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7314D.
All 4 recalls on the 2014 Mazda Mazda3, with the owner complaints on each recalled system
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Questions
What is the most common problem on the 2014 Mazda Mazda3?
Infotainment, with 26 of the 124 complaints. Owners who gave a mileage for it put the median at about 47,000 miles.
At what mileage do 2014 Mazda Mazda3 problems start?
Of the 71 complaints that give a mileage, a quarter came by about 25,000 miles and half by about 48,000.
How many 2014 Mazda Mazda3 complaints involve a crash, fire or injury?
10 of them (8%). The typical vehicle on this site is at 6%.
Is there a recall for infotainment on the 2014 Mazda Mazda3?
Yes, NHTSA lists a recall on the same system: 14V-173. Its summary says which failure it covers, and that isn't always the one owners describe.