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2014 Mazda Mazda3 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2014 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 4
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 138
Latest campaign: Jul 14, 2023

Recall summary by component4

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Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Back over prevention	1	Jul 14, 2023	23V487000
Parking brake	1	Jun 22, 2017	17V393000
Fuel system, gasoline	1	Sep 22, 2016	16V684000
Electrical system	1	Apr 3, 2014	14V173000

Safety recalls4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Jul 14, 2023Latest campaign


Jul 14, 202323V487000	Back over prevention: sensing system camera A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V487000 What's wrong 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. Campaign NHTSA 23V487000 · Jul 14, 2023
Jun 22, 201717V393000	Parking brake If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V393000 What's wrong 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. Campaign NHTSA 17V393000 · Jun 22, 2017
Sep 22, 201616V684000	Fuel system, gasoline: storage tank assembly A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V684000 What's wrong 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. Campaign NHTSA 16V684000 · Sep 22, 2016
Apr 3, 201414V173000	Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator Once the PCM assumes that the charging system has failed, the vehicle will stop charging and could result in poor acceleration, loss of steering assist and windshield… DetailsHide details for campaign 14V173000 What's wrong 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 Once the PCM assumes that the charging system has failed, the vehicle will stop charging and could result in poor acceleration, loss of steering assist and windshield wiper operation, and a possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. 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. Campaign NHTSA 14V173000 · Apr 3, 2014

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mazda recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component138

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138Complaints filed

10Involving a crash

1Involving a fire

5Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Unknown or other	27	20	0	1	1
Electrical system	27	20	2	0	0
Service brakes	22	16	3	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	21	15	0	0	0
Engine	13	9	3	0	1
Back over prevention	11	8	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	9	7	3	0	1
Parking brake	8	6	0	0	0
Power train	7	5	1	0	1
Seat belts	5	4	0	0	0
Air bags	4	3	1	0	0
Visibility/wiper	4	3	0	0	0
Fuel system	3	2	0	0	0
Gasoline	3	2	0	0	0
Steering	3	2	0	0	0

11 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Parking brake
“The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that when attempting to secure the vehicle, the electric parking brake failed to engage after pulling up the hand lever.”
Filed 07/09/2026 · ODI 11749418
Fuel/propulsion system
“The fuel tank leaks fuel at a full tank and smells of gas in the cabin until about 3/4 tank. Car was dripping a large puddle of gas inside of a parking garage.”
Filed 06/14/2026 · ODI 11744056
Parking brake
“The contact's nephew owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while parked on several occasions, the parking brake failed to engage, and there was no resistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.”
Filed 06/12/2026 · ODI 11743735

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2014 Mazda Mazda3 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Mazda Mazda3 have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The most recent, 23V487000 (reported July 14, 2023), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Mazda Mazda3?

Unknown or other is the most-reported component, named in 27 complaints out of 138 filed with NHTSA (20%). Across all complaints, owners reported 10 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2014 Mazda Mazda3?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mazda recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mazda dealer.

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