2009 Mazda MAZDA3: sudden loss of power

8 of the 115 complaints about the 2009 Mazda MAZDA3 describe sudden loss of power.

owner complaints: 8
of this car's complaints: 7%
typical mileage: 41,229
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 20 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Sudden loss of power by model year

2021
1
2018
3
2017
2
2016
1
2015
2
2014
3
2013
5
2012
12
2011
1
2010
7
2009
8
2008
17
2007
20
2006
6
2005
2
2004
3

What owners say

Filed Mar 30, 2020 · Steering · 96,600 miles · UT

While driving on a public road (40 MPH) march 2020, my daughter's 2009 mazda 3 lost power steering, and the power steering light went on her dashboard. She pulled off the road and called us for help. When the car was turned on and off the power steering returned. Three weeks later the same problem occurred. I have read numerous cases on many websites where this is occurring. This specific VIN number is not included in the power steering pump recall we found online, but it is acting like it has the exact problem . This is a huge concern because the problem happens randomly while driving! I have read online many more drivers who had this exact problem, and their car was excluded from the recall as well.

Filed Mar 12, 2016 · Transmission · 130,000 miles · CT

First off. I'm a mechanic so this should throw you for a loop. At 130,000 miles my check engine light kept coming on. It said engine running rich. So I couldn't find a problem with fuel injectors or sensors or any leak from intake or exhaust. My idle was running high so I replaced fuel injectors, then maf sensor, then o2 sensors and still a check engine light. It said engine running rich "bank 1 running rich". Then it started to putt and lose power. The overall problem was my clutch was going. After it started to slip I replaced it and all problems were gone. So I wasted about $500 for it to be a clutch that also needed a new throw out bearing and spoon because they redesigned it when there was a defficiency but no recall on it. And because of the code not telling me the right problem I also needed a fly wheel. So I'm out over $1400. So much for computers that are smart in cars.

Filed Jan 4, 2014 · Steering · 99,418 miles · WA

This has happened 4 times now since I bought the car this summer. I all of a sudden lose steering control (feel like it has stalled but it hasn't) this lasts for a few seconds and continues on with normal steering.....but very hard to even pull over when this happens. I have asked the dealership if they have heard of this and they say no---say I have to pay 150 to get it checked (that will come out of my pocket-and as a single mom-I can't do that)---from what I have read on here sounds exactly like it should be a recall on it: search results report date :january 4, 2014 at 12:37 am the federal safety agency campaign id number :10v374000 vehicle make / model: model year(s): mazda / mazda3 2007-2009 mazda / mazda5 2007-2009 manufacturer: mazda motor corpreport receipt date: aug 12, 2010 the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10v374000agency action number: pe10021 component: steering:electric power assist system potential number of units affected: 215,000 summary: 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. Consequence: 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. 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. Notes: this is not my actual address below-but it would not let me enter in a canadian postal code and city (which is in abbotsford, bc v3g 3e3 and sumas is closest to us.

Filed Jun 17, 2012 · Steering · 41,229 miles · CA

Power steering indicator light was illuminated after coming to a stop on a hot day. I immediately pulled off the road, placed the car in park, and then turned off the car. The light went away, and the car's power steering was restored. I the proceeded down the road and the light illuminated and I lost power steering again - this time while moving. Luckily I was able to stop the vehicle and repeated this process. As of now, I've been having to repeat this process when it is hot outside.

Filed Jun 17, 2012 · Steering · 41,229 miles · CA

Filed Apr 29, 2011 · Transmission · 18,050 miles · AZ

Premature transmission failure due to catastrophic clutch failure from the clutch plate itself on 2009 mazda3 with only 18,000 miles on it. Car was bought new from dealership. Clutch failure resulted in an incident of loss of control over the vehicle in 3 lanes of traffic due to loss of power through the driveline.

Filed Sep 21, 2010 · Steering · 14,000 miles · PA

My 2009 mazda 3 gr touring has twice lost power steering assist. First: when idling on very hot day. Restarting the car restored power. Second, while idling in traffic jam on pa turnpike. Restarting did not restore power. The car was very difficult to steer. I'm a healthy man and I managed to get it into the service plaza. After sitting, power assist came back. I'm not an optimist about getting dealers to fix intermittent problems. I never took the car in. In my opinion, the car is only capable of mild and minimal steering during this failure. Mazda's statement that it poses no safety problem is wrong. It would be impossible to maneuver this car quickly under this failure.

Filed Jul 26, 2010 · Steering · 6,500 miles · ID

While turning into a parking lot, loss of steering power occurred when turning quickly in the each/opposite direction. Loss of power indicator light was on. Car was restarted and resumed normalcy. Mazda dealership (dennis dillon, boise, id) was called the next day, and they wanted to immediately look at the car. The technician acknowledged that this may be an ongoing problem, and was familiar with similar issues with this model. Parts were ordered (steering hoses, assembly, etc.), and service completed within 3 days.