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2016 Mazda Mazda3 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2016 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 6
Park-it warnings: 1
Complaints: 103
Latest campaign: Jul 14, 2023

Recall summary by component6

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Park‑it	Latest	Campaign IDs
Fuel system, gasoline	3	1	Sep 23, 2016	16V685000 16V684000 15V621000
Back over prevention	1	–	Jul 14, 2023	23V487000
Visibility	1	–	Apr 4, 2019	19V272000
Parking brake	1	–	Jun 22, 2017	17V393000

Safety recalls6

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

1Park-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
Apr 4, 201919V272000	Visibility: windshield wiper/washer Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V272000 What's wrong Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. A defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility. Risk Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash. Remedy Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D. Campaign NHTSA 19V272000 · Apr 4, 2019
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 23, 201616V685000	Fuel system, gasoline: storage A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V685000 What's wrong Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015, to October 16, 2015. During manufacturing, the fuel tanks for the affected vehicles may have deformed, resulting in a fuel leak from the recirculation pipe welded connection. 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 recirculation pipe 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 0216I. Campaign NHTSA 16V685000 · Sep 23, 2016
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
Oct 2, 201515V621000	Fuel system, gasoline: storage tank assembly A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Do not drive until repaired DetailsHide details for campaign 15V621000 What's wrong Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured May 21, 2015, to August 25, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a fuel tank with a shut-off valve that can allow fuel to enter into the fuel tank emissions systems. If enough fuel enters the emission system it may leak out onto the ground or result in an engine stall. Risk A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine that stalls increases the risk of a crash. Remedy Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle's fuel shut-off valve. As needed, the fuel shut-off valve and the affected fuel tank emissions system components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on October 20, 2015. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repairs have been completed. Mazda will provide rental cars until that time. Owners may contact the Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800- 222-5500, option #6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8615J. Campaign NHTSA 15V621000 · Oct 2, 2015

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).

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Owner complaints by component103

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

103Complaints filed

7Involving a crash

1Involving a fire

5Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Electrical system	22	21	0	1	0
Unknown or other	20	19	0	0	0
Service brakes	14	14	1	0	0
Back over prevention	12	12	0	0	0
Power train	9	9	1	0	0
Visibility/wiper	7	7	0	0	0
Engine	7	7	0	0	0
Parking brake	6	6	1	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	6	6	0	0	0
Air bags	6	6	3	0	4
Structure	4	4	1	0	0
Seats	4	4	1	0	1
Steering	3	3	0	0	0
Seat belts	2	2	0	0	0
Chest clip	2	2	1	0	0

14 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

Service brakes
“After speaking with Mazda customer support, the sales department at Germain Mazda of Columbus, and the service department of Mazda Columbus, I have come to learn that in response to recall 1217F XXX17V-393, the…”
Filed 09/11/2026 · ODI 11763628
Steering
“The contact owns a 2016 Mazda Mazda3.The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the contact stated that the vehicle's steering wheel would fail to operate as needed.”
Filed 05/12/2026 · ODI 11737400
Electrical system
“The contact owns a 2016 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while driving and while starting the vehicle, the instrument cluster was inoperable.”
Filed 01/08/2026 · ODI 11709605

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2016 Mazda Mazda3 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Mazda Mazda3 have?

NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Mazda Mazda3. The most recent, 23V487000 (reported July 14, 2023), concerns back over prevention. 1 campaign carries a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2016 Mazda Mazda3 recalls for?

The largest group is fuel system, gasoline, with 3 campaigns. Others: back over prevention (1), visibility (1), parking brake (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Mazda Mazda3?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 22 complaints out of 103 filed with NHTSA (21%). Across all complaints, owners reported 7 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2016 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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