2010 Mazda MAZDA3 body problems

Filed Sep 24, 2025 · Body · VA

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Filed May 15, 2023 · Body, Visibility · TN

The dashboards should be subject to a recall immediately since badly reduced visibility from glare is a recipe for an accident. The defective (melting) material is so bad that if the sun hits it just right, I can hardly see anything ahead of me; it is an accident waiting to happen. I called my Mazda dealer (Gray Epperson Mazda in Cleveland, TN (423) 303-1333) but said there was nothing they could do now as there was a warranty before but it had expired. I try to drive the car but always trying to avoid sunny conditions, but unfortunately, when I leave at 5pm conditions are worse if it's sunny. I wish Mazda would accept responsibility soon (or they are forced to do so by the federal safety agency, if needed) so that I wouldn't have to take such a risk.

Filed Dec 22, 2022 · Body · VA

The dash of the car is melting. It causes a reflection that is bright and impairs visibility. Mazda addressed this problem with extending the warranty. When I called the local dealerships, none of them had the dash to replace per warranty. I made several calls throughout the year and each time was told the dashboard was not available and to try again. Then COVID hit and I did not venture out. When I finally called again, the warranty had expired. Mazda offered me $200 towards replacing the dash. When I called the dealership, it was almost a $1,000 repair. I've then called Mazda again and they asked me to get a diagnosis at a local dealership. I did that and then have had zero response to my many emails and calls from my assigned rep. I have never seen a dash melt and get sticky and shiny like this before. It is literally dripping down. I believe this is a safety defect. And why Mazda had to extend the warranty. But they didn't go far enough because they extended the warranty but did not have the parts to honor such a warranty.

Filed Aug 29, 2022 · Body · TX

The dashboard is melting more and more everyday. Its becoming sticky and very reflective. Sometimes whenever I am driving in the morning the sun will reflect off and blind me making it very hard to safely operate my vehicle.

Filed May 3, 2022 · Body, Visibility · NC

The dashboard in my 2010 Mazda 3 has melted significantly throughout the years. It has become hazardous and tough to operate this vehicle. The dashboard is glossy, sticky, and believe a slight odor. I tried to slow its deterioration by using a sunshade when parked. It not only did not help, the dashboard just ruined each shade with a sticky, tar-like, black residue. No dealership has offered to help me without trying to charge me the total price of replacement, plus their labor costs. I regularly check to see if there has been a new recall, but there has not. I can not sell this car without feeling guilty for endangering others. I am unlikely to return to Mazda as a paying customer since they shy away from treating my family like one. I hope this issue is fixed adequately for me and anyone else suffering from this issue.

Filed Aug 9, 2021 · Body · 60,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2010 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that overtime the dashboard had become glossy and sticky due to excessive heat. The contact also stated that on sunny days, the sun would reflect off the glossy surface and would obstruct her vision while driving. The contact notified the dealer of the failure and they informed her that the vehicle was no longer covered under warranty. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and she was informed that unless she had received a notification that her vehicle was under recall or warranty, no assistance could be provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Filed Feb 16, 2021 · Body · 95,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mazda mazda3. The contact stated that the interior plastic on the dashboard was degrading, causing the plastic to become reflective and producing a glare on the windshield which impaired her vision while driving. The vehicle was not taken to the local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.

Filed Nov 16, 2020 · Body · CA

Sticky dash issue, the dashboard of my 2010 mazda3 has been melting for ages. It causes glare when driving obstructing the driver's view.

Filed Sep 9, 2020 · Body · MD

Dashboard above indication panel is sticky/tacky and light reflecting off of this section is visible on the windshield just below eye level.

Filed Jul 6, 2020 · Body · 130,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mazda mazda3. The contact stated the dashboard melted, causing a glare while driving in sun light, which made it difficult to see while driving. The dealer was not called. The manufacturer was made aware of failure and stated that it was a known issue for which the warranty was extended however, the warranty on the vehicle had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.