2019 Mazda Mazda3 problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 74 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Mazda Mazda3, filed between 2019-05-25 and 2026-08-10. The most common problem areas are the service brakes (15, 20%), electrical system (11, 15%) and engine (11, 15%). Owners reported 3 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2019 Mazda Mazda3 complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 15 | 20% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 15 | 20% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 11 | 15% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 11 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 9 | 12% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 11% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 8 | 11% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 6 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 3 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 2 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Service brakes: 15 complaints
- 15 complaints of 74 (20%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 5 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 1 crash and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 covers this system.
Electrical system: 11 complaints
- 11 complaints of 74 (15%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 3 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2019 Mazda Mazda3; the recall, campaign 19V363000, says: “Due to incorrect programing, the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may erroneously turn off although the passenger air bag is deactivated.”
Engine: 11 complaints
- 11 complaints of 74 (15%) name the engine.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2019 Mazda Mazda3; the recall, campaign 19V497000, says: “A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.”
Power train: 11 complaints
- 11 complaints of 74 (15%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 2 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 9 complaints
- 9 complaints of 74 (12%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 3 of them also name the service brakes; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2019 Mazda Mazda3; the recall, campaign 19V907000, says: “The Smart Brake System (SBS) can falsely detect an obstacle while driving, activating the automatic emergency braking system and suddenly stopping the vehicle.”
Fuel/propulsion system: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 74 (11%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 2 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 3 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names MAZDA3, model year 2019. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mazda Mazda3?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2019 Mazda Mazda3's most common problem areas are the service brakes (15 of 74 complaints), electrical system (11 of 74 complaints) and engine (11 of 74 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 have?
NHTSA has 74 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Mazda Mazda3, including 3 reported crashes.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Mazda Mazda3's problems?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2019 Mazda Mazda3; 3 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.