Cost. The average annual repair cost for all Mazda models is $462 per year. compared to $652 across all models. This includes both scheduled maintenance and unscheduled repairs.

With excellent handling and a sporty look, the Mazda Axela is an attractive option from the small car offerings. Share: With excellent handling and a sporty look, the Mazda Axela is an attractive option from the small car offerings. However, the strong performance does come with a high fuel bill.

The Mazda 3 Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 9th out of 36 for compact cars. The average annual repair cost is $433 which means it has excellent ownership costs. The severity of repairs is low while frequency of those issues is average, so major issues are uncommon for the 3.

Top Mazda 3 Problems

• Lighting System Issues. A malfunctioning automatic lighting system is a common issue found in the 2019 redesign.
• Malfunctioning Infotainment System.
• Brake Problems.
• Loose, Bent, or Rusted Sway Bar Links.
• Excessive Vibration.
• Faulty Thermostat.
• Illuminated Air Bag Warning Light.
• Transmission Problems.

Mazda cars are known for their reliability. The Axela has good fuel efficiency and traction on slippery roads.

1. Phonetic spelling of Axela. ax-ela. Ax-ela.
2. Meanings for Axela.
3. Translations of Axela. Korean : 세라 Japanese : 型アクセラ

The most common Mazda3 complaints A failed clutch is the most-reported problem, as well as the worst-rated problem of all model years. Car Complaints finds that this occurs at an average of 37,650 miles and costs an average of more than $1,200 to repair. It also receives a Severity Rating of 9.3 (out of 10).

According to Vehicle History, you can expect a Mazda3 to last upwards of 200,000 to 300,000 miles on average. In fact, there are even some Mazda3 owners with over 350,00 miles on the odometer and their cars are still going strong.

You can expect at least 150,000 to 200,000 miles from Your Mazda3 s engine. Depending on use, service, care, maintenance and the integrity of the parts, the car can easily surpass 250,000 to 300,000 miles.

This model has issues with interior accessories and clutch failure. In fact, the most complained about year for this Mazda car is 2010. The clutch failure in the 2010 Mazda3 is also the most commonly reported problem. Additionally, there are clutch issues with the 2011 model year.

MAZDA3 owners are having the most trouble with the interior (18%), clutch (17%), and the transmission (10%).

The automaker just announced a recall of 2.2 million vehicles with rear hatches that can come crashing down. Mazda says the vehicles don’t have enough of a corrosion protective coating on the ends of the external cylinders of the rear hatch gas lift supports.

The 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 cars have brake calipers where water can enter and cause the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and bind. This can cause the parking brakes to not engage or completely disengage. …

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