Windows cannot open in hot weather. Dealer's service mechanics always just clean the rubber seal tract and lubricate it, and so do we. Windows get stuck again after 3 days. It's dangerous, because if in an accident, one cannot get out thru the window. There are so many canals next to south florida roads- and so many death by drowning in the car... Not talking about inconvenience of having to get out from the car to pay tolls and get thru gated community entrance. Mechanics in the dealership are saying, that this model of mazda has this problem and they cannot do more, because even if they would put new rubber seals or door, it would be doing the same.
The worst 1996 Mazda MX3 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Lights1
- Visibility1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Lights1
- Visibility1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Mazda MX3 8
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
- Speedometer replacement procedure
- Pre-painting preparations for front and rear bumpers. yc
- Use of a/c tracer dye. tw
- Partial engine replacement (pcv system modification). tw
- Parts replacement after airbag deployment. tw
- Maintenance free battery - diagnostic and charging procedure. tw
- Wiper motor inoperative - circuit breaker activation. tw
1996 Mazda MX3 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4‑cyl | FWD | 23-26 | 31-34 | 26-29 |
| 1.8L 6‑cyl | FWD | 18-20 | 25-26 | 20-22 |
What 1996 Mazda MX3 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 mazda mx-3 (na). While the vehicle was stopped, the contact noticed that the brake lights were dimly lit. As a result, vehicles in the rear could not see the lights until they were close up on the vehicle. The contact feels that the lights are poorly illuminated and could cause a severe crash. The vehicle has not been inspected and he is in the process of taking it back to the dealer and calling the manufacturer. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 300 and current mileage was 1,150.
Compare the 1996 Mazda MX3
Other model years
Questions about the 1996 Mazda MX3
Is the 1996 Mazda MX3 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1996 Mazda MX3, fewer than a typical MX3 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Mazda MX3?
Lights, with 1 complaint. Next is visibility (1).
How many recalls does the 1996 Mazda MX3 have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 1996 Mazda MX3 get?
Official estimates for the 1996 Mazda MX3 range from 20 to 29 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.6L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 23-26 city and 31-34 highway.
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 1996 Mazda MX3?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history