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2008 MAZDA Mazda3 · 3 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-08
Model-year records do not confirm VIN eligibility or completed repairs. Ask your dealer to check your VIN and the original filing's safety instructions.
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NHTSA Campaign
OEM Recall
Component
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10V374000
Ask dealer
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
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11V329000
Ask dealer
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
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09E011000
Ask dealer
EQUIPMENT
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The power steering system in your vehicle helps make it easier to turn and maneuver. In some 2007-2009 Mazda3 and Mazda5 models, a part called the power steering pump could fail without warning, making it harder to steer.
Risk if Unfixed
If the power steering fails suddenly, you could lose control of your vehicle, especially on the highway. This raises the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Mazda dealer will replace the faulty power steering pump and lines with new ones at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2010 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
Your vehicle's windshield wiper motor may have a faulty ground terminal that could stop the wipers from working over time.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wipers stop working in bad weather, it could increase the risk of a crash, which could be serious.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this is fixed for free! A dealership will install an additional ground harness on the wiper motor to prevent the problem, and it's covered by Mazda, so you won't pay a thing.
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Original — What Happened
MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 MAZDA3 AND MAZDASPEED3 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 7, 2008, THROUGH NOVEMBER 28, 2008. THE GROUND TERMINAL OF THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN INADVERTENTLY BENT DURING ASSEMBLY. IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS THEN OVER TIME THE ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE OF THE MOTOR CIRCUIT MAY INCREASE UP TO A POINT THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD NOT WORK.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION IN ADVERSE WEATHER COULD POTENTIALLY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL GROUND HARNESS ON THE WIPER MOTOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JULY 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-222-5500.
The Thule roof-mounted fit kits in your vehicle are used to secure your roof rack. The bolts that hold the rack in place can break under stress, making the rack and any attached gear come loose while driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolt breaks, your roof rack and whatever's attached to it could come loose while you're driving, creating a potential road hazard that could cause a crash.
Free Fix
Thule will send you a free repair kit with instructions to fix the issue. You'll receive the kit by April 13, 2009 at the latest, and you should follow the instructions to secure your roof rack properly.
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Original — What Happened
THULE, INC. IS RECALLING 2,323 OWNER-INSTALLED ROOF-MOUNTED FIT KITS, MODELS 3068 AND 3069, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2008 AND FEBRUARY 28, 2009 THAT ARE USED WITH THULE PODIUM FOOT PACKS, MODELS 460 AND 460R. THESE FIT KITS WERE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BOLT(S) USED TO SECURE THE FOOT TO THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED TO A HARDNESS THAT MAY CAUSE THE BOLT(S) TO BE BRITTLE AND POTENTIALLY BREAK UNDER STRESS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS MAY RESULT IN THE BOLT(S) SNAPPING OFF DURING USE OR WITHOUT A LOAD. THE UNSECURED RACK AND LOAD CAN THEN COME LOOSE WHILE DRIVING CREATING A POTENTIAL ROAD HAZARD, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
THULE WILL MAIL A RETRO FIT KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS TO OWNERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE APRIL 13, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THULE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-238-2388.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2008 MAZDA Mazda3?
The 2008 MAZDA Mazda3 has a risk grade of D. This grade is calculated from 3 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2008 MAZDA Mazda3 have?
The 2008 MAZDA Mazda3 has 3 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
What is the most severe recall for the 2008 MAZDA Mazda3?
The most severe recall for the 2008 MAZDA Mazda3 is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2008 MAZDA Mazda3 safe to drive?
This model year has 3 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM recall for the 2008 MAZDA Mazda3? (Campaign #10V374000)
The power steering system in your vehicle helps make it easier to turn and maneuver. In some 2007-2009 Mazda3 and Mazda5 models, a part called the power steering pump could fail without warning, making it harder to steer. If the power steering fails suddenly, you could lose control of your vehicle, especially on the highway. This raises the risk of a crash. Your Mazda dealer will replace the faulty power steering pump and lines with new ones at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2010 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
What is the VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR recall for the 2008 MAZDA Mazda3? (Campaign #11V329000)
Your vehicle's windshield wiper motor may have a faulty ground terminal that could stop the wipers from working over time. If the wipers stop working in bad weather, it could increase the risk of a crash, which could be serious. Don't worry, this is fixed for free! A dealership will install an additional ground harness on the wiper motor to prevent the problem, and it's covered by Mazda, so you won't pay a thing.
What is the EQUIPMENT recall for the 2008 MAZDA Mazda3? (Campaign #09E011000)
The Thule roof-mounted fit kits in your vehicle are used to secure your roof rack. The bolts that hold the rack in place can break under stress, making the rack and any attached gear come loose while driving. If the bolt breaks, your roof rack and whatever's attached to it could come loose while you're driving, creating a potential road hazard that could cause a crash. Thule will send you a free repair kit with instructions to fix the issue. You'll receive the kit by April 13, 2009 at the latest, and you should follow the instructions to secure your roof rack properly.
