2010 Mazda 3 Recall

[kdravis]

Check this out:

http://www.autoblog.com/2009/04/20/mazda-recalls-over-25-000-2010-mazda3s-for-potential-wiring-harn/

[philipfreire]

doesn't affect us Canadians, a minor snag for the U.S. consumers.

[Zoom Zoom Boy]

The silver MZ3 sedan in the picture actually looks pretty good. Smiley face and all. One of the better 2010 pics I have seen.

On another note, there will be plenty more TSB's and problems with the new MZ3. There are always more problems with new model year introductions for every manufacturer.

[sunkist4338]

doesn't affect us Canadians, a minor snag for the U.S. consumers.

I don't know where you go your information, but it does affect us here in canada. I spoke with mazda canada and they will be sending out recall notices to the cars involved.

No offence to anyone but just a note to everyone.

Please ensure you have your information correct. I'm sure there are people out here that will take your word for it.

Being that I am research oriented and I don't always trust what everyone says , especially to things like this.

Call Mazda canada to confirm if your car is affected. Mine is. They will need your vin number to confirm

Thanx

[Zoom Zoom Boy]

In fairness to Phillie, he probably meant that it didn't affect Canadians and didn't know it did, since Mazda Canada has not officially said anything yet...

Here are the details for the recall. Note that this is U.S. info and not Canadian.

Report Date: April 20, 2009 at 01:45 PM
Search Type: VEHICLE
Make: MAZDA
Model: MAZDA3
Model Year: 2010

Results : 1 | All records displayed
Make: MAZDA Model: MAZDA3
Model Year: 2010
Manufacturer: MAZDA MOTOR CORP Mfr's Report Date: APR 15, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V126000 N/A
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected: 25400
Summary:
MAZDA IS RECALLING 25,400 MY 2010 MAZDA3 VEHICLES. A CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE ENGINE HARNESS AND THE HOUSING OF STARTER MOTOR MAY BE INSUFFICIENT. DUE TO THIS, THE COVERING OF THE HARNESS MAY BE DAMAGED THROUGH VIBRATION DURING OPERATION POSSIBLY CAUSING A SHORT-CIRCUIT BETWEEN CERTAIN HARNESS WIRES AND THE STARTER HOUSING. A SHORT-CIRCUIT CAN RESULT IN ENGINE CONTROL MALFUNCTION AND/OR POOR SHIFT QUALITY.
Consequence:
THE MAIN FUSE MAY BLOW OUT CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL AND INABILITY OF RESTART, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL HAVE THE ENGINE HARNESS INSPECT AND ADD A PROTECTOR CLIP ON THE AFFECTED SECTION OF THE HARNESS. IF NECESSARY, THE HARNESS WILL BE REPAIRED. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON MAY 6, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
Notes:
MAZDA RECALL NO. 5409D. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

[bj21]

I don't know where you go your information, but it does affect us here in canada. I spoke with mazda canada and they will be sending out recall notices to the cars involved.

No offence to anyone but just a note to everyone.

Please ensure you have your information correct. I'm sure there are people out here that will take your word for it.

Being that I am research oriented and I don't always trust what everyone says , especially to things like this.

Call Mazda canada to confirm if your car is affected. Mine is. They will need your vin number to confirm

Thanx

it it affects your vehicle - you will receive a recall notice in the mail...no need to rely on website for this type of thing

[sunkist4338]

In fairness to Phillie, he probably meant that it didn't affect Canadians and didn't know it did, since Mazda Canada has not officially said anything yet...

Here are the details for the recall. Note that this is U.S. info and not Canadian.

Report Date: April 20, 2009 at 01:45 PM
Search Type: VEHICLE
Make: MAZDA
Model: MAZDA3
Model Year: 2010

Results : 1 | All records displayed
Make: MAZDA Model: MAZDA3
Model Year: 2010
Manufacturer: MAZDA MOTOR CORP Mfr's Report Date: APR 15, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V126000 N/A
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected: 25400
Summary:
MAZDA IS RECALLING 25,400 MY 2010 MAZDA3 VEHICLES. A CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE ENGINE HARNESS AND THE HOUSING OF STARTER MOTOR MAY BE INSUFFICIENT. DUE TO THIS, THE COVERING OF THE HARNESS MAY BE DAMAGED THROUGH VIBRATION DURING OPERATION POSSIBLY CAUSING A SHORT-CIRCUIT BETWEEN CERTAIN HARNESS WIRES AND THE STARTER HOUSING. A SHORT-CIRCUIT CAN RESULT IN ENGINE CONTROL MALFUNCTION AND/OR POOR SHIFT QUALITY.
Consequence:
THE MAIN FUSE MAY BLOW OUT CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL AND INABILITY OF RESTART, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL HAVE THE ENGINE HARNESS INSPECT AND ADD A PROTECTOR CLIP ON THE AFFECTED SECTION OF THE HARNESS. IF NECESSARY, THE HARNESS WILL BE REPAIRED. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON MAY 6, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
Notes:
MAZDA RECALL NO. 5409D. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .


My comment was not intended to offend anyone as I stated in my reply. I just wanted to know what information he had that backed up his statement. Sometimes you get information from different people/sources and they conflict. If my comments were a little curt, they were not meant to be.

I also wanted to inform people so that they could have this matter taken care of when they are in servicing theirs cars so they would not have to go back just for the fix.

[gioneburnz]

I called Mazda Canada's 1-800 number. It affected my car, I booked an appointment with my dealership (they were aware of it too). The installation of a "harness" will only take an hour. no biggie!

[sunkist4338]

it it affects your vehicle - you will receive a recall notice in the mail...no need to rely on website for this type of thing

No , I wouldn't rely on this forum exclusively but I thought this forum was to share information.

Actually this forum has an explict section for this type of thing. I think people like to get this information that is why they are part of this forum to get and to give information. lol

cheers

[Bluemazda3-S]

LOL... So it begins!!! This is why you don't buy a first production year car.. unless its something like a Camaro... Challenger.. soemthing that in 30 years someone will pay through their teeth for

[CFX]

This is why you don't buy a first production year car..

Regardless if it's the first or last, there's still potential for a recall.

[evik]

I called Mazda Canada's 1-800 number. It affected my car, I booked an appointment with my dealership (they were aware of it too). The installation of a "harness" will only take an hour. no biggie!

Waait... so everyone that bought a 2010 has to bring it in for a fix???

[McGuyver_3]

well i guess it would be a good time to get my tires checked to i think i have some nails in the tires :(

[vladimir]

I think my car might have this issue. Mine stalled last week and I had problems gettinng it started again. it took 10 seconds for it to start. This only happened once though.
Guess I will give mazda a call.

[evik]

Just gave mazda canada a call... 2010 owners will receive a letter in the mail (in canada) to your home address with specific instructions on where to bring your car for the recall and etc... they said this will probably get distributed in the next month or so...

so keep checking that mailbox LOL

[Unoriginalusername]

it it affects your vehicle - you will receive a recall notice in the mail...no need to rely on website for this type of thing

i've never recieved a letter from mazda and i had the motor mount recall, and the flutter thing. only way i knew about them was from the forum. mazda canada typically lags behind the us for the formal recall by a few weeks

[aris]

i've never recieved a letter from mazda and i had the motor mount recall, and the flutter thing. only way i knew about them was from the forum. mazda canada typically lags behind the us for the formal recall by a few weeks

You get notified of a recall only if it's a SAFTY issue or emissions problem

[Zoom Zoom Boy]

You get notified of a recall only if it's a SAFTY issue or emissions problem

Don't believe that is true. I've received recall notices in the past that are not specifically safety and emissions related. Also, the motor mount breaking in the MS3 would most certainly be considered a safety issue.

[jonjon72]

I got the letter about the defective locks and Mazda had to install something to prevent people from exploiting the problem.

[vladimir]

I just emailed Jeff and he said mine is effected. So guess I will need to book an appointment.

[philipfreire]

I don't know where you go your information, but it does affect us here in canada. I spoke with mazda canada and they will be sending out recall notices to the cars involved.

No offence to anyone but just a note to everyone.

Please ensure you have your information correct. I'm sure there are people out here that will take your word for it.

Being that I am research oriented and I don't always trust what everyone says , especially to things like this.

Call Mazda canada to confirm if your car is affected. Mine is. They will need your vin number to confirm

Thanx

OH SNAP!

Sorry your right I didn't really go into research on this - just after reading the article it says it affects US dealerships and thought they were the only ones afffect.

Don't worry no offense taken. :)

[sunkist4338]

OH SNAP!

Sorry your right I didn't really go into research on this - just after reading the article it says it affects US dealerships and thought they were the only ones afffect.

Don't worry no offense taken. :)


my apologies again if this sounded curt. I'm not very good at putting flowers around words. I am mostly to the point and can sometimes seem harsh when writing.:blush

glad to see you didn't take offence to this.

Made an appointment with a dealer to make the fix for my car on thursday:bana2

[whiteomega]

my apologies again if this sounded curt. I'm not very good at putting flowers around words. I am mostly to the point and can sometimes seem harsh when writing.:blush

glad to see you didn't take offence to this.

Made an appointment with a dealer to make the fix for my car on thursday:bana2

There's a great quote I've come to trust... "If you cannot say what you mean, you can never mean what you say." Nothing wrong with being direct, in my books :)

I generally don't rely on recall notices or what not; I just ask the dealership to check for me once in a while.

[mazdas3sporte]

this is exactly why no person should buy a first year new generation car, who ever does is a complete idiot and they are just asking for time wasted at the dealer, even the 3-4 year model years have problems but in generall first year cars have soo many issues because the manufacture wants to push it out fast and they overlook stuff, even with detailed inspections things are missed., i feel sorry for all those suckers who bought the 2010, i would personally look at the car which is 3 years into its new generation so most problems are dealt with and better options are available

[CFX]

this is exactly why no person should buy a first year new generation car, who ever does is a complete idiot and they are just asking for time wasted at the dealer, even the 3-4 year model years have problems but in generall first year cars have soo many issues because the manufacture wants to push it out fast and they overlook stuff, even with detailed inspections things are missed., i feel sorry for all those suckers who bought the 2010, i would personally look at the car which is 3 years into its new generation so most problems are dealt with and better options are available

ahahaha! You're a fool...

[thefish]

ahahaha! You're a fool...

He has a few points I guess... but his posts are super negative.

[haushinka]

Basically you're saying don't buy anything that a million other people don't already have? I don't see a big hassle in having to go to a dealer once or twice if I get all the new features that I want and that nobody else has.


this is exactly why no person should buy a first year new generation car, who ever does is a complete idiot and they are just asking for time wasted at the dealer, even the 3-4 year model years have problems but in generall first year cars have soo many issues because the manufacture wants to push it out fast and they overlook stuff, even with detailed inspections things are missed., i feel sorry for all those suckers who bought the 2010, i would personally look at the car which is 3 years into its new generation so most problems are dealt with and better options are available

[Mazda3ZT]

Theres always a first time :blush I'm going for a 2010 regardless.

[davis]

Sour grapes...

[mazda2010]

Just to let everyone know I have the 2010 GS Sport/Hatch and I went in to the dealer for a small repair and they notified me of the recall issue and the problem was fixed in 40 Min, from sit down at the service center to driving away. Its a straight replacement of a wiring harness. Not a big deal if you make an appointment.

Just letting everyone know

[mazda2010]

As well for the guys who are thinking the new 3 is being pushed out and rushed, I would have to disagree. There is minor recall issues with all production cars of any age, mistakes happen. As for me I am extremely pleased with the new car and I'm glad to be a part of the forum.

I think we shouldn't judge on the year everyone has and just enjoy the car(s) as a collective.

[Mazda3ZT]

:loco I still don't get how the people 1 of my family members talked to at Markham Mazda has never heard anything about this...

[Jeff-TheBiz]

:loco I still don't get how the people 1 of my family members talked to at Markham Mazda has never heard anything about this...


Too bad they bought the car before coming to see me.. :whoa

[Caesu]

I would never buy the first year model either, most problems, less features

Compare the first year of the previous gen Mazda 3 to the last, it is so night and day compared to features and problems (even teh rust issue was addressed in later models while everyone else is whining about their floors missing after one winter of corrosion), unless you have no choice, then buy the first year model

The original post of the person who mentioned this was remarkably correct, however a thanks goes out to every first year model purchaser who helps filter out all the problems so later moel generations run a lot more trouble free, returning a lot more value for the price asked

This is why leasing sucks huge, you have a 4 year lease, unless you end up financing at the end at a ridiculous rate (at least as it was with Acura for myself) you are going to give the car back, pay any damages to the vehicle and accept you have to take what is currently out there. A perk to financing.

[DruidB]

This is my third "1st year New Model" new car purchase... i have had ZERO problems with previous 2 "New Models" and so far the only thing wrong with the mazda is a clip for the wiring harness... a Clip for the Wiring harness! OMG the SKY is Falling!

[1TapOut]

This is my third "1st year New Model" new car purchase... i have had ZERO problems with previous 2 "New Models" and so far the only thing wrong with the mazda is a clip for the wiring harness... a Clip for the Wiring harness! OMG the SKY is Falling!

+ 1.

Online Definition for:

Hater = 1. one who player hates, that is - disapproves of players!
2. one who is jealous

Man do we have alot of haters on the forum :chuckle... still no problems with my 2010 sport GS. I'm gonna stop by the dealership to pick up a touch up pen, will find out if my car is part of this recall.

[vladimir]

Yup just got mine done on tuesday took about 30 minutes

[CFX]

This is my third "1st year New Model" new car purchase... i have had ZERO problems with previous 2 "New Models" and so far the only thing wrong with the mazda is a clip for the wiring harness... a Clip for the Wiring harness! OMG the SKY is Falling!

+1. :chuckle

[ElegantGremlin]

I would never buy the first year model either, most problems, less features

If they keep adding features, that 2014 Mazda 3 is going to be one heck of a car.

[Go_Habs_Go]

Just enjoy your cars and don't worry so much about what everyone else has to say about them.

If you are happy with your car then that's what counts! :)

[Caesu]

"If they keep adding features, that 2014 Mazda 3 is going to be one heck of a car"

You can only wonder, Im sure by then they will have listened to the masses and refreshed the new Mazda 3 to take off that stupid smile off the front

[mazdas3sporte]

what i said is a fact, it doesent just concern mazda but all first year cars in generall, look at the civic Si, the Mercedes Ml and GL, the Subaru WRX, first year they all had problems, I personally dont like wasting time at a dealer getting a car fixed so I choose not go buy brand new generation first year car, not to mention the ridiculous purchase price and finance/lease rates, but thanks to the suckers who do cause they pave the way for me once I get a new car 3 years into the new gen, by then most if not all issues are corrected and the purchase price lease and financing all come down

[CFX]

what i said is a fact, it doesent just concern mazda but all first year cars in generall, look at the civic Si, the Mercedes Ml and GL, the Subaru WRX, first year they all had problems, I personally dont like wasting time at a dealer getting a car fixed so I choose not go buy brand new generation first year car, not to mention the ridiculous purchase price and finance/lease rates, but thanks to the suckers who do cause they pave the way for me once I get a new car 3 years into the new gen, by then most if not all issues are corrected and the purchase price lease and financing all come down

You live in a dream world.

[Flagrum_3]

You live in a dream world.


I don't believe so, but I think you do...if you don't already know that it is a industry fact with all manufacturers, that their first year production runs are always the most problematic.

Although I don't agree with all comments mazda3sport made in his previous posts, his last post is correct in that one sense! Nevertheless, manufacturers have supposedly cut the first year problems (defects) down quite a bit in the last several years....I personally do not believe it, and you would'nt think so looking at our own Mazda3's with all the problems they have had....just take a gander at the TSBs for reference.


_3

[Busdriver]

what i said is a fact, it doesent just concern mazda but all first year cars in generall, look at the civic Si, the Mercedes Ml and GL, the Subaru WRX, first year they all had problems, I personally dont like wasting time at a dealer getting a car fixed so I choose not go buy brand new generation first year car, not to mention the ridiculous purchase price and finance/lease rates, but thanks to the suckers who do cause they pave the way for me once I get a new car 3 years into the new gen, by then most if not all issues are corrected and the purchase price lease and financing all come down

thats a little harsh... correct me if i'm wrong but if ur gonna get the 2010 3 years from now then wouldn't it be used? and if its used wouldn't it have a higher chance of being repaired because of maintenance? not that i think u'd be spending your weekends all the time at dealerships and mechanics on a 3 year used car but i think ur blowing this a little out of proportion on something as small as this.

the car just came out and they already caught something like this. sure there's an extra mark up on the price/rates but thats what you pay for having the latest and greatest.

[Go_Habs_Go]

thats a little harsh... correct me if i'm wrong but if ur gonna get the 2010 3 years from now then wouldn't it be used? and if its used wouldn't it have a higher chance of being repaired because of maintenance? not that i think u'd be spending your weekends all the time at dealerships and mechanics on a 3 year used car but i think ur blowing this a little out of proportion on something as small as this.



He meant buying the 2012 or 2013 version of the 2nd generation Mazda 3, not buying the 2010 model 3 years from now. The reasoning is that by the time the 2012/2013 model comes out, it will be the 3rd/4th production year of the 2nd generation Mazda 3 and by then most of the bugs/glitches will have been found on the car and corrected.

I kinda got agree with this point, even Phil Edmonston, author of the Lemon Aid Car Guide suggests avoiding first year models of new cars if possible.

Buying the first year model of a car means that you have something that most people don't. It all depends on what makes you tick when you are buying a car. What are you looking for? For some people, they are looking for a car that has been around a few years and that has had time to mature. In that case, they are willing to take something that is a little more 'has been'. Other folks are looking for something new and sexy but must be willing to accept that there may be potentially more issues with the car (such as recalls, TSB's etc).

[mazdas3sporte]

what I meant is buying the new generation 3 years down the road that means 2013, i dont know why some people are in denial about this, it is a fact, u dont need to take my word for it, a simple google search will give u answers if u dont want to beleive what i said, marketers love people that buy the new generation car, after all those people are the ones that provide free initial publicity for the company, so in a sense u are helping the company but not ur self, u have to have to much money and allot of time on ur hand to buy a new generation car the first year, i for one dont intend to spend the premium or want to go through the recalls

[DruidB]

I on the other hand have had no problem with my last 3 newmodel purchases and would never even consider a car 3 years into the model run... knowing in 1-2 years its going to be replaced and reffered to as "The old model"

for example i would never have purchased an 09 this year... I dont want to pay almost the same price for somthing thats outdated and indistinguishable between a 2004+
but diff strokes i guess...

I can agree that this practice in the 80's would result in headachs but the quality of cars now is excellent and the problems if any are usually minor...

[mazdabetty]

... knowing in 1-2 years its going to be replaced and reffered to as "The old model"

for example i would never have purchased an 09 this year... I dont want to pay almost the same price for somthing thats outdated and indistinguishable between a 2004+

:(

Geeeeeee thanks... well THAT was a slap in the face to about 95% of the members on this forum....


but thanks to the suckers who do cause they pave the way for me once I get a new car 3 years into the new gen, by then most if not all issues are corrected and the purchase price lease and financing all come down

I may be wrong, but why do I feel like the 07-09 models have more problems than the 04-06's??? Steering pumps failing, rattles everywhere... the only issue I can think of that's affected the early models is the door lock issue and the rust, and no one even knows for sure yet if it has in fact been addressed... sure they can say they've fixed it, but only time will tell...

[CFX]

I for one am NOT in denial, nor am I unaware of potential recalls, but what year or new generation doesn't? I currently have a second year, 2005 Mazda6 Sport GT, that had it's fair share of (minor) recalls. I even had an ongoing issue with my fuel pump, which was replaced three times, with no mention from it's previous year. This is where I believe most of you are confusing recall with reliability. If I recall, this thread reads, 2010 Mazda 3 Recall. Whatever the case may be, if everyone avoided the first year production, the Mazda3 wouldn't even exist!

[DruidB]

:(

Geeeeeee thanks... well THAT was a slap in the face to about 95% of the members on this forum....

...

Thats not what i intended... Im a big fan of the previous MZ3 as well... If i ofended you im sorry

[mazdabetty]

Nope. You definitely intended it. LOL jk no offense taken, I still looooove my 1st gen's face much more than the newer one... that might change in a few years though. And I'm definitely not ashamed to drive around in an "older model" for the next couple of years :)

But on topic, a fix was BOUND to happen, and like I said in my previous post even the 07's and 08's are having their fair share of issues and recalls, they certainly are not problem free, as some might think.

[BeEvil]

Although I agree that most of what is being said about 1st gen cars, the new MZ3 has a few advantages IMO.

1) They used the tried and true 2.5 L engine from the MZ6. And the 2.0L is tried and true as well.

2) The rest of the car is only slightly modified from previous gens. Yes the interior has a ton of new and useful features, but Mazda has used and tested these in other, higher end vehicles for years.

Just my 2 cents. Any gen car will have it's share of hiccups.

BeEvil

[Go_Habs_Go]

Steering pumps failing, rattles everywhere... the only issue I can think of that's affected the early models is the door lock issue and the rust, and no one even knows for sure yet if it has in fact been addressed... sure they can say they've fixed it, but only time will tell...

I think the power steering pump failures is happening more on the '07 and earlier models? Though I think Jamie08Mazda had a problem with his power steering and he has an 08 so who really knows.

Regardless there will be definitely be problems with any model year car, you are just more likely to have more issues with the 1st year version.

I don't recall all the issues with the early versions of the 3 (2004-05) but there were numerous ones (e.g. glovebox rattle was a common one). Maybe someone who went though some issues with 2004-05 can pipe in on the other issues they faced?

[Bean]

:(

Geeeeeee thanks... well THAT was a slap in the face to about 95% of the members on this forum....



I may be wrong, but why do I feel like the 07-09 models have more problems than the 04-06's??? Steering pumps failing, rattles everywhere... the only issue I can think of that's affected the early models is the door lock issue and the rust, and no one even knows for sure yet if it has in fact been addressed... sure they can say they've fixed it, but only time will tell...


I have a 2007 and there is rust on the rear fenders. Not impressed.

[mazdas3sporte]

I have a 2007 and there is rust on the rear fenders. Not impressed.

my buddy just got a 2000 Civic SIR which has no rust what so ever, the car has 180,000 Km on it and kept OUTSIDE, no rust proofing or anything, looks brand new. shame to see mazda being cheap with the cars

[Bean]

Flipdady had a look at the fenders today as I took the car down for him to hear the noise coming from the brakes which of course it would not do. :(

Is it okay if I post he saw the rust too?

[lykwid]

Is there any way to know or physically see if the clip has been installed on your car?

[sunkist4338]

boy is this topic staring to go off topic/:chuckle,

[mazdabetty]

boy is this topic staring to go off topic/:chuckle,

Did you know, that the elephant is the only animal with 4 knees???

[Thrizzl3]

Did you know, that the elephant is the only animal with 4 knees???

WTH:chuckle

[ElegantGremlin]

Also, in Tokyo, a bicycle is faster than a car for most trips of less than 50 minutes.

[vladimir]

I am going to have a turkey and ham sandwich at lunch today. Yum

[Bean]

This is funny LOL

[sunkist4338]

Did you know, that the elephant is the only animal with 4 knees???

and they are afraid of mice:bana

[undftd]

I just a recall notice for my 2010 Mazda 3 that I picked up last week, kinda :bang that they did not fix this problem upon delivery of the vehicle as this problem has existed before I picked it up...
Just wondering for future recalls, do I need to go back to the dealer I got the car from (also whom sent me the recall notice) to get this fixed? This time I will bring it back to that dealer because I have something else that I want them to check but they are kind of far away, so I would like to avoid having to drive there when there are closer dealerships in my area.

[Bean]

I think you can go to whatever dealer you wish.

What exactly is the recall for?

[McGuyver_3]

its some harness clamp or something the wires can rub through and the car wont start or something like that. had it done on mine allready but didnt really pay to much attention to what it was about

[Bean]

Okay. Thanks

[Cosmo77]

Although I agree that most of what is being said about 1st gen cars, the new MZ3 has a few advantages IMO.

1) They used the tried and true 2.5 L engine from the MZ6. And the 2.0L is tried and true as well.

2) The rest of the car is only slightly modified from previous gens. Yes the interior has a ton of new and useful features, but Mazda has used and tested these in other, higher end vehicles for years.

Just my 2 cents. Any gen car will have it's share of hiccups.

BeEvil

ummm the 2.5L in the Mazda6 (2009)is a new engine for the Mazda line in 2009 (or 2010 for Mazda3 owners)...LOL


Anyhow the recall on the 2010 MZ3 only takes about 20-30 mins.

[BeEvil]

ummm the 2.5L in the Mazda6 (2009)is a new engine for the Mazda line in 2009 (or 2010 for Mazda3 owners)...LOL


Anyhow the recall on the 2010 MZ3 only takes about 20-30 mins.

Hi I got this quote from an article about the new 2007 Mazda6.

"New 2.5-litre petrol engine (170 PS). Also available
are 1.8 and 2.0-litre petrol engines and the MZR-CD
2.0 turbodiesel (140 PS) "

It was in this article. It's been around, not for a donkeys age, but for a fair bit.

http://www.autoblog.com/2007/09/11/frankfurt-2007-the-new-mazda6-brings-sexy-back-to-the-midsize-m/

BeEvil

[Cosmo77]

Hi I got this quote from an article about the new 2007 Mazda6.

"New 2.5-litre petrol engine (170 PS). Also available
are 1.8 and 2.0-litre petrol engines and the MZR-CD
2.0 turbodiesel (140 PS) "

It was in this article. It's been around, not for a donkeys age, but for a fair bit.

http://www.autoblog.com/2007/09/11/frankfurt-2007-the-new-mazda6-brings-sexy-back-to-the-midsize-m/

BeEvil

Yah and that was a pre-production model at the autoshow. The 2.5L has only just been put into mass production worldwide. The first car it was in was the 2009MY Mazda6, then the 2010 MY MAzda3 and next in some other models soon

[koorick]

I brought my car in for frong passenger door actuator replaced couple weeks ago and when I picked up my car, I was told they have performed additional work due to the recall regarding the HID light (2k10 GT hatch). I don't remember what the recall or TSB # is , I'll post it up when I can find the invoice

[McGuyver_3]

all production dates? Did they replace your headlight assemblies aswell or no?

[koorick]

all production dates? Did they replace your headlight assemblies aswell or no?

My bad for the lack of info on that one...it's not the headlight assemblies they had problem with, I only got verbal info from the lady on the service front desk. She said it's a part around the light that will rust (i don't think she was too clear about the whole situation either) but i was told they 'fixed' it....I'll try and get more info when i get back to my car, which is where the invoice are

meanwhile...please not be alarmed :chuckle

[koorick]

Here's the link to the recall which I think they have fixed.
I don't see any other recall from TC that are related to 2K10's headlight

http://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/saf-sec-sur/7/vrdb-bdrv/search/RecallDetail.aspx?lang=eng&mk=2891&md=MAZDA3&fy=2004&ty=2011&ft=&ls=0&sy=0&rn=2009232&cf=SearchResult&pg=-1

[redsnoopy04]

I wonder if cars which came off the boat in October has had this issue fixed...

[McGuyver_3]

Thanks for the recall will have to go to the dealer and see what they have t say about it

[JsM3GT]

I was not aware of the recall, but agree that this is a very minor issue. I have not experienced any issues with my MZ 2010 GT. The car runs very well. My only complaint is how the car looses power above 6300 RPM. I do understand that this is a factory limiter, but kind of takes the fun out of the driving experience.

[m_bisson]

??? The thread is from 2009 :p