Does the 2004 Mazda Mazda3 have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: air bags, equipment. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2004 Mazda Mazda3 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mazda dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2004 Mazda Mazda3?

145 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2004 Mazda Mazda3 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2004 Mazda Mazda3. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Mazda been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. Recall repairs are free.

2004 Mazda Mazda3 recalls, newest first

July 1, 2021NHTSA 21V494000260,915 vehicles potentially affected

Air bags › Frontal

Summary: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Mazda3 vehicles. During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.
Consequence: Plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between August 28, 2021 and October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4921G.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 2, 2009NHTSA 09E0110002,323 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: Thule, Inc. Is recalling 2,323 owner-installed roof-mounted fit kits, models 3068 and 3069, manufactured between January 1, 2008 and February 28, 2009 that are used with thule podium foot packs, models 460 and 460R. These fit kits were sold as aftermarket equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. The bolt(s) used to secure the foot to the vehicle was manufactured to a hardness that may cause the bolt(s) to be brittle and potentially break under stress.
Consequence: This may result in the bolt(s) snapping off during use or without a load. The unsecured rack and load can then come loose while driving creating a potential road hazard, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Thule will mail a retro fit kit along with repair instructions to owners free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before April 13, 2009. Owners may contact thule toll-free at 1-800-238-2388.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 24, 2004NHTSA 04V46800042,000 vehicles potentially affected

Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module-inactive

Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, a crack in the air bag crash zone sensor housing can allow water to enter the sensor, causing a short circuit and illuminating the air bag warning light.
Consequence: If this problem exists, the air will not deploy as designed in certain types of frontal crashes, increasing the risk of death or serious injury to the driver and front seat passenger.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the crash zone sensor and replace it, if necessary. The recall began on October 28, 2004. Owners should contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 145 complaints about the 2004 Mazda Mazda3 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 18
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 14
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Service brakes31
Steering17
Air bags16
Power train › Automatic transmission11
Hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads8

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2004 Ford E-250 (18 recalls)
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2004 Ford F-150 (16 recalls)
2004 Chevrolet Silverado (15 recalls)

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Questions

Does the 2004 Mazda Mazda3 have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: air bags, equipment. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2004 Mazda Mazda3 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mazda dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2004 Mazda Mazda3?: 145 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.