Tl* the contact owns a 2009 mazda mazda3. The contact stated that the steering failed without warning and the power steering light illuminated after the failure. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer but was told that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency recall campaign id number: 10v374000 (steering). The failure and current mileages were 57,000.
2009 Mazda MAZDA3 steering complaints
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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.
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.
Mazda3 hatchback 2009. The power steering light was on first time around 15000 miles. After that everything was fine and I got mail from mazda3 said this car need a recall for power steering issue. I returned the car to dealer around 36000 miles and thought everything is good. However, started from this jun, the car became much worst. It would automatically shut off during driving and the situation happened often. I even video record the incident for the dealer. I returned my car to dealer once every month from jun, this is the 3rd time. I guess the dealer don't know here is the problem is. It is very dangerous. Happened to my once in the exit of highway, once when I turn right in the middle of intersection. Note: before it shut off, every indicator light will turn on.
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 mazda, mazda3. The contact stated a loud squeaking noise was coming from the steering column. The vehicle was not taken to an authorized dealer to have the failure diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and advised to take the vehicle to a dealer to have the failure diagnosed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where power steering fluid was added to the vehicle. The failure continued. The failure mileage was 67,000 and the current mileage was 67,497.
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 mazda, mazda3. The contact stated that he received a recall notice for recall 10v374000 (steering: electric power assist system). Updated 02/09/11*lj updated 03/03/11
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.
1. I was stuck in a traffic jam in may 31st and when I had to turn after a while, it was obvious that the power steering was no longer working. 2. This was the only time the power steering failed, it failed until I parked the car about 1/2 hour later. When I started the car again, the power steering worked fine. It has worked fine since then. 3. No repairs have been done. The car is a 2009 mazda 3, 4-door, tr ve.
On a few separate occasions (approximately three) during especially hot weather, the power steering has failed while driving my 2009 mazda 3. One especially concerning instance occurred while driving on a highway in very heavy traffic. Each time I have pulled over, shut the car off, and turned it back on, following the instructions in the owner's manual. This has been successful for the most part. However, on one occasion, which occurred in 100+ degree weather, the power steering did not return and the car had to be left in a parking structure to cool down. I have an appointment at the local mazda dealership to have this issue addressed and ultimately corrected.
Power steering has failed on my 2009 mazda 3 gt sport in 2 incidents - july 14, 2010 and august 11, 2010. In both cases, the power steering light came on and it was difficult to maneuver the car. Once I shut off the vehicle and restarted, the power steering light was no longer lit and the power steering was operational again.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 mazda, mazda3. The contact was driving approximately 65 MPH on the highway, proceeded into the left lane and the vehicle unexpectedly swayed from the left to right direction without engaging the steering wheel. In addition, the engine exhibited a loud roaring noise. The contact was able to gain steering control and continued. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the two front wheel ball bearings were replaced. The noise stopped after the repair was performed on the vehicle. The contact drove at low speeds to avoid the unintended swaying movement of the vehicle. The failure mileage was 33,681.
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 mazda3. While driving 5 MPH the contact noticed that the power steering had suddenly stop functioning causing the contact to crash into a nearby pole, seconds later, the contact noticed that the power steering warning light had appeared on the dashboard. No one was injured and a police report was not filed for the incident. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where the contact was informed that the vehicle was performing normally. There were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages was 22500.
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.
(2009 mazda 3i touring value automatic transmission) the temperature was about 94 degrees outside, I was driving on a sidestreet, going no more than 25 MPH, the steering wheel got harder to turn & then I noticed the dashboard light up with the power steering icon.
When sitting at a traffic light in my 2009 mazda3 4-door sedan, the power steering suddenly and unexpectedly stopped working. The warning light came on (a yellow steering wheel indicator with an exclamation point). I was able to drive home with much effort to make turns. Parked car in garage. 5 minutes later returned to check it again. Started car and power steering was functional again.
While making a right turn in my 2009 mazda 3, the power steering failed. The steering wheel stiffened up severely and I had to pull over to restore the power steering. A mile up the road, the same thing happened while driving straight.
While driving vehicle navigating a slight right turn at approximately 10 to 15 MPH power steering failed and dash light came on. Was unable to turn vehicle in time and hit a curb, causing damage to vehicle rim and tire.
Just completed a trip of approximately 200 miles. Upon turning into a parking space, the power steering light on the dash came on and the vehicle lost its power steering. Very hard steering when trying to finish parking the vehicle. Waited about an hour, started the car and the power steering was again operational.
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 mazda mazda3. The power steering failed while driving 70 MPH with the air conditioner on. The steering wheel became difficult to turn. The temperature when the failure occurred was over a 100 degrees. When he turned the vehicle off and restarted it, the power steering began to function normally. The dealer was contacted stating that there were no related recalls and that he had to pay the repair cost. The manufacturer was not contacted. The VIN was unavailable. The failure and current mileages were 25,000.
My 22 year old son was turning into a parking spot with our 2009 mazda3, when the power steering failed. A light on the dash illuminated at the same time. It was a very hot day in the 90's when this happened. The air conditioner was also on. He did not shut off the car and was able to drive it home, with some difficulty, without the power steering. When I went to look at it later, after the car had cooled down, it was fine. The car purchased used and has 42k miles; so it is out of warranty. We did not have it looked at. If this were to happen to my wife on a curvy road it could of been a serious issue. This issue has only occurred once so far.
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 mazda, mazda3. The contact was driving approximately 35 MPH in heavy traffic when suddently the power steering failed, the vehicle became difficult to control, followed by the "power steering" warning light illuminating. The contact was able to drive onto the emergency lane. The engine was turned off and restarted. The vehicle was shut off, restarted and began to function normally. The vehicle had not been diagnosed for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 13,000.
My mazda 3 sedan lost its power steering. I was driving on a straight road and suddenly the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver. I called the dealership and they found debris in the steering fluid. They replaced the fluid, the fluid lines and other equipment to the cost of $1,400 covered by the warranty. My car is approximately 16 months old - purchased january 31, 2009.
I was driving my 2009 mazda3 as normal. I went to turn at a light and my power steering failed. I was able to barely compensate but almost hit a car because the steering didn't react as I expected. I pulled over and turned the car off and back on and it was reset. I called the dealer and was told this was a known problem in cracks in the tubing allowing moisture into the system that shorts out the pump and causes the failure. They told me my car was very unsafe to drive and that it would happen again if not corrected. They replaced the tubes and the pump at no cost to me but I want to know why this isn't a recall or at least been reported as a possibility to owners. This is highly unsafe and if it happened at the wrong time such as on an expressway could have LED to a severe crash. I think a recall should be considered.
Power steering goes out on 2009 mazda m3. Had two occurrences, and took to dealership. Auto was checked via computer and I was basically accused of being dishonest. 1 month later, while on an exit ramp the power steering again went out (car going approximately 35mph), took a picture of dashboard to eliminate being dismissed by the dealership. Have another appt with service department.
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 mazda 3. While driving 5 MPH, the contact noticed that the steering wheel became very stiff and difficult to maneuver. The power steering warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. While waiting for a tow truck, the contact restarted the vehicle and the steering began to perform correctly without any failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they determined that the power steering pump failed. The vehicle is currently being repaired. The dealer stated that the company that manufactured the part was no longer in business; therefore, the contact does not know when the vehicle will be ready. He is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 22,240 and current mileage was 22,270.
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