2005 Mazda MAZDA3 engine problems

Filed Aug 17, 2018 · Engine, Fuel system · 190,000 miles · MI

Engine failed entirely during routine highway driving, vehicle lost forward propulsion, eventually coming to complete stop on the road. There were zero warning or any notice at all that the engine was dying. I was stranded on the side of the road for over 1 hour, while help arrived.

Filed May 7, 2015 · Engine · 125,000 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mazda 3. While driving at approximately 65 MPH, there was an abnormal noise and the vehicle stalled. The failure recurred once. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage 125,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Mar 29, 2015 · Engine · MD

I had done my oil change about 3 weeks before I was driving to work and I felt my car running different, when I brake and took a right turn, and the engine oil pressure came on, I checked and the amount of oil in my car was minimum, the car has no leaks and I had checked that with a mechanic, so the car is burning oil.. I had been talking to many mechanics and people from auto part stores about this problem on my engine, and they say that many, if not all of them mazda3 cars from this year have that problem, and the problem is from the way it is manufactured.

Filed Mar 10, 2014 · Engine · 60,000 miles · CA

Defective motor mount had to be replaced. Cost $400 at the dealer.

Filed Oct 16, 2011 · Engine, Transmission · CA

When driving to and from somewhere when I come to a stop sign or a stop light my car will shake (vibrate) alot and sometimes almost die so I have to push on the gas a little or put the car in park. Also another issue I have is my car wont always turn over. I have replaced many piecxes and have taken it to mazda dealer ships and noone can seem to find the exact problem. They say it is an intermiten problem. This can be very dangerous especially sense I have two kids that are always in the car with me.

Filed Aug 4, 2011 · Engine, Fuel system · 44,000 miles · TX

Plague with fuel system problem. 1st time check engine came on, when car reached 44,000 miles. I took it to dealer, they ran a diagnostic, and replaced the o2 sensor. Warranty covered. 2nd time check engine came on at 51,000 miles. Dealer replaced 2 of the fuel injectors. When car reach 85,000 miles, engine started sputtering when I pressed gas pedal, engine just dies on the street. This time dealer said fuel pump might be bad. So we got it replaced for $800. When car reach 100,000 miles I had fuel line cleaned from fuel tank to the fuel injectors, and replaced spark plugs. At 105,000 miles check engine light came on again. I took car to autozone parts and had it read. The code says, p2004 (variable tumble shutter valve stuck open). The next day I was going take it to a local auto repair shop and have it looked at, but on my way the check engine light wasn't lit anymore, so I drove straight to work. 3 days after, check engine light came on again, so I just ignored it. And 2 days later, it disappeared. All these time, since I bought my car I never missed a regular maintenance, I.e., oil change, air filter change, flushed fluids. The car has gone through tire replacement, new brakes pads, new battery. Right now, the check engine light is not lit.

Filed Nov 27, 2010 · Engine · 73,000 miles · GA

I developed a tick in the engine, took to dealer who diagnosed " the shutter valve inside the intake manifold was coming apart". Took it to another independent mazda repair shop and was told "the valve is actually just stuck open". Both shops quoted a $1500 repair bill. This should not happen to a car that is only 5 1/2 years old. You can't just replace the plastic shutter valve, you have to replace the entire intake manifold (that part costs $1000). Since I only paid $14,000 total for the whole car, I am very upset with (my 1st and last) mazda. I will repair and sell asap.

Filed Nov 3, 2010 · Airbags, Electrical · 65,915 miles · PR

Hi, I have two issues due to: electrical problem: airbag warning light may come on due to damaged pretensioner sensor wiring breakage from adjusting the seat. (2005) . This was on saturday october 30, 2010 the airbag may not deploy when the vehicle is involved in a crash. Check-engine light: the check engine light illuminate, issues due to a valve in the intake system jamming. The dealer mazda in ponce, puerto rico, check this issues, this is the part # lf82-18-740 valve,sole & lf70-15-170 they said to repair those parts. My car is out of warranty. Thank you.

Filed Jan 16, 2010 · Engine · VA

Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). Hello, I own a 2005 mazda 3. 2.3 motor. I am having a lot of difficulties with two motor mounts. The vehicle only has 60,000 miles on it and the two are already broken. After reading several reviews and after going to several auto mechanics it has been brought to my acknowledgement that many consumers are having problems with these motor mounts. The motor mounts cause intense vibration while slowing and speeding. It is pretty scary. I which they would not only call the part a defect but recall it. I feel it is not safe to drive the vehicle and all the auto mechanics tell me the same. Mazda of course states it is not a hazard. When someone's engines drops out of the vehicle due to the motor mounts failing because they are defective I ensure they will readvise their judgment. [xxx]

Filed Oct 23, 2009 · Engine · GA

2005 mazda 3 hatchback with 55k miles had engine mount crack. Quick search online appears this is a common problem.