How many recalls does the 2007 Mazda 3 have?

The 2007 Mazda 3 has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 2007 Mazda 3 has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2007 Mazda 3?

Of 301 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is steering.

2007 Mazda 3 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2007 Mazda 3 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 475,915 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 301 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the steering. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

AIR BAGS 21V494000 2021-07-01 260,915 affected

Defect

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Mazda3 vehicles. During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.

Consequence

Plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between August 28, 2021 and October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4921G.

STEERING 10V374000 2010-08-12 215,000 affected

Defect

MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 MAZDA3 AND MAZDA5 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 2, 2007 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2008. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST COULD OCCUR AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE.

Consequence

POWER STEERING ASSIST IS SUDDENLY LOST REDUCING THE DRIVER'S ABILITY TO STEER THE VEHICLE AS TYPICALLY EXPECTED, AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

MAZDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND LINES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-222-5500.

Complaints by component

STEERING

AIR BAGS

914

ENGINE

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

POWER TRAIN

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SUSPENSION

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

SERVICE BRAKES

TIRES

Total complaints301

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“The contact owns a 2007 mazda mazda3. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph and making a turn, the steering wheel was difficult to turn to the left or the right. The check engine warning light was illuminated and flashing. The contact stated that the steering then seized. While checking the…”

STEERING · reported 2026-01-02

“Intermittently spanning several months, there is a sudden loss of power steering as the vehicle is in motion. Warning lights light up on the vehicle as power steering and power brakes are disengaged. Even though I provided a video of power steering loss, where a slight turn of the steering wheel…”

STEERING · reported 2025-07-13

“Radio stopped working.”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2025-02-01

“My daughter and I were on the way to o'reilly when we turned at a short curve going under 20 miles and the steering wheel got loose and the brakes wouldn't stop us. The car just kept swerving all over the road and we ended up in a ditch the day after my husband purchased the car.”

AIR BAGS · reported 2022-11-25

“My daughter and I were on the way to o'reilly when we turned at a short curve going under 20 miles and the steering wheel got loose and the brakes wouldn't stop us. The car just kept swerving all over the road and we ended up in a ditch the day after my husband purchased the car.”

STEERING · reported 2022-11-25

“My daughter and I were on the way to o'reilly when we turned at a short curve going under 20 miles and the steering wheel got loose and the brakes wouldn't stop us. The car just kept swerving all over the road and we ended up in a ditch the day after my husband purchased the car.”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2022-11-25

“The contact owns a 2007 mazda m3. The contact stated while driving at 55 mph, the steering wheel of the vehicle become hard to maneuver. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic for diagnosis, and he stated the vehicle was experiencing the same failure as nhtsa campaign number:10v374000 (steering).…”

STEERING · reported 2022-07-27

“Got a email stating I had a recall on my air bags”

AIR BAGS · reported 2022-01-10