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2018 Mazda Mazda3

The 2018 Mazda Mazda3 is a other, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

2018 Mazda Mazda3
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Combined MPG
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$25,000
Recalls
4

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeMazda
ModelMazda3
Model year2018
Vehicle classOther

Fuel economy

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Est. monthly payment
$440/mo
Amount financed
$22,500
Total interest
$3,914
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Safety ratings & recalls

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Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (4)

  • VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER19V272000 · 2019-04-04

    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. A defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.

    Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM17V745000 · 2017-11-21

    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3 vehicles, equipped with an incorrect exhaust valve spring. The incorrect exhaust valve spring may fail while driving, potentially causing an engine stall.

    Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace any incorrect exhaust valve springs, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1717K.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP21V875000 · 2021-11-12

    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA23V487000 · 2023-07-14

    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2018 Mazda Mazda3 reliable?

NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2018 Mazda Mazda3. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2018 Mazda Mazda3?

The 2018 Mazda Mazda3 earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

What type of vehicle is the 2018 Mazda Mazda3?

The 2018 Mazda Mazda3 is classified as a other. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC