The AT light came on the dash, added transmission fluid because it was a little low but the light still has not gone off. I think there is an electrical problem within the transmission. It's had shifting issues since purchasing this vehicle. I also have a small child that comes with me to work and I do not want my car to catch on fire while we are in this vehicle.
2010 Mazda MAZDA3: fire, smoke or burning smell
6 of the 686 complaints about the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3 describe fire, smoke or burning smell.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 45 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Fire, smoke or burning smell by model year
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What owners say
The 12v power charging port started on fire. It was speaking flames when charger was plugged in to charging port. It started doing this while in motion and stationary.
At less than 24,000 miles, my clutch has begun to slip terribly and creates a terrible burning smell. I know there are hundreds of other mazda owners who have also had to replace their clutches before they've had to replace brake pads. This is a drain on consumers, and a safety issue to boot.
I lifted the emergency brake lever to engage the emergency brake and notice that the lever came up the whole way with very little resistance. I had no idea why this was happening. A few days later I realized that after the same issue had occurred there was white smoke coming out of the rear-left wheel brake pad. I took my car to a mazda dealer to have it serviced (since it's barely one year old), and they could not find any problems the first time around. I have done a little bit of searching on the internet and this is not the first time this same issue has happened. I would love to get some feedback from mazda since I almost got into a bad accident yesterday (dec 15) in atlanta due to icy roads and a faulty rear-left brake on a brand new car.
Mazda3 rear ended a moving truck. Mazda3 was going about 45 MPH and truck was not moving. Upon impact, the mazda3 immediately caught fire at the front of the car. Fire department had to extinguish fire. Fire damaged car. Car should not have caught fire.
Smoke came threw the vents of the 2010 mazda3 hatchback and then from under the hood. Then flames came out from hood. It burned until the fire department put it out. It was not able to be repaired.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below
- Description
- This SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below
- If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...),...
- Speedometer replacement procedure
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer.
- This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery...
- The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing
Related recalls
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Mazda is recalling 25,400 my 2010 mazda3 vehicles. A clearance between the engine harness and the housing of starter motor may be insufficient. Due to this, the covering of the harness may be damaged through vibration during operation possibly causing a short-circuit between certain harness wires and the starter housing. A short-circuit can result in engine control malfunction and/or poor shift quality.
- Risk
- The main fuse may blow out causing the engine to stall and inability of restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will have the engine harness inspect and add a protector clip on the affected section of the harness. If necessary, the harness will be repaired. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on may 6, 2009. Owners may contact mazda at 1‑800‑222‑5500.
Recall number 09V126000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3 fire or smoke
Is fire, smoke or burning smell a common problem on the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3?
6 of 686 owner complaints about the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3 (1%) mention fire, smoke or burning smell. The model year with the most reports is 2010.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3?
There is 1 recall and 45 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3
ABS 29Headlights 19Power steering loss 14Jerking 13Tire blowout 12Check engine light 9Sunroof shattered 9Airbag light 8Brake failure 7Loss of power 7Stalling 7Steering lock-up 7Sudden acceleration 6Won't start 6
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