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2016 Mazda Mazda3 Recalls

2016 Mazda Mazda3 Recalls
Updated Jun 12, 2026·Ryan Davis4 Critical Recalls

Recall Summary

The 2016 Mazda Mazda3 has 6 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

4 High Risks Found — View Now

Total Recalls

6
4 High Risks

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2016 Mazda Mazda3

The 2016 Mazda Mazda3 has 6 recall campaigns on record. Yes, buyers should pay close attention. The 2016 Mazda Mazda3 has 4 serious recalls touching safety-critical systems, so a VIN-specific remedy check should happen before you buy.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2016 Mazda Mazda3 include FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE, PARKING BRAKE, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2016 Mazda Mazda3?

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured May 21, 2015, to August 25, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a fuel tank with a shut-off valve that can allow fuel to enter into the fuel tank emissions systems. If enough fuel enters the emission system it may leak out onto the ground or result in an engine stall.

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Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2016 Mazda Mazda3 have?

There are 6 recall campaigns for the 2016 Mazda Mazda3.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

Review recall campaigns

Are there safety critical recalls for the 2016 Mazda Mazda3?

There are 4 which have high risk. Prioritize campaigns affecting brakes, steering, airbags, fuel systems, or fire risk, then confirm remedy availability with VIN lookup.

Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.

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Recall campaigns
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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Action Plan
  3. 03Should Buyers Worry?
  4. 04NHTSA Recalls
  5. 05Data and Methodology

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Recalls for 2016 Mazda Mazda3 Buyer's Guide

6 total campaigns, 4 marked high risk

High Riskcritical
ID: 15V621000

Fuel System, Gasoline

StorageTank Assembly

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured May 21, 2015, to August 25, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a fuel tank with a shut-off valve that can allow fuel to enter into the fuel tank emissions systems. If enough fuel enters the emission system it may leak out onto the ground or result in an engine stall.

High Riskcritical
ID: 16V684000

Fuel System, Gasoline

StorageTank Assembly

Mazda Motors North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured January 4, 2014, to September 18, 2015. The fuel tank of the affected vehicles may have been improperly handled during manufacturing and, as a result, the welded attachment of the Inlet Check Valve (ICV) may fail and allow fuel to leak.

High Riskcritical
ID: 16V685000

Fuel System, Gasoline

Storage

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015, to October 16, 2015. During manufacturing, the fuel tanks for the affected vehicles may have deformed, resulting in a fuel leak from the recirculation pipe welded connection.

High Riskcritical
ID: 17V393000

Parking Brake

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles. Water could possibly enter the brake caliper causing the parking brake actuator shaft to corrode and possibly bind.

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ID: 19V272000

Visibility

Windshield Wiper/Washer

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.

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ID: 23V487000

Back Over Prevention

Sensing SystemCamera

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.