Does the 2009 Mazda Mazda3 have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: visibility, steering, electronic stability control (esc), 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 2009 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 2009 Mazda Mazda3?

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

2009 Mazda Mazda3 recalls

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

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

For the 2009 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.

2009 Mazda Mazda3 recalls, newest first

June 15, 2011NHTSA 11V329000103,300 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor

Summary: Mazda is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 MAZDA3 and MAZDASPEED3 vehicles manufactured from January 7, 2008, through November 28, 2008. The ground terminal of the windshield wiper motor may have been inadvertently bent during assembly. If this condition exists then over time the electrical resistance of the motor circuit may increase up to a point that the windshield wipers would not work.
Consequence: The loss of wiper function in adverse weather could potentially increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install an additional ground harness on the wiper motor free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before July 15, 2011. Owners may contact Mazda customer assistance center at 1-800-222-5500.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 12, 2010NHTSA 10V374000215,000 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Electric power assist system

Summary: Mazda is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 MAZDA3 and MAZDA5 vehicles manufactured from April 2, 2007 through November 30, 2008. These vehicles may have a condition in which a sudden loss of power steering assist could occur at any time while driving the vehicle.
Consequence: Power steering assist is suddenly lost reducing the driver's ability to steer the vehicle as typically expected, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump and lines free of charge. The safety recall began on September 15, 2010. Owners may contact Mazda customer assistance center at 1-800-222-5500.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 29, 2009NHTSA 09V1870007,100 vehicles potentially affected

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Summary: Mazda is recalling 7,100 my 2009 MAZDA3 vehicles equipped with dynamic stability control for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 126, "electronic stability control system". The yaw rate measured after completion of the sine with dwell steering input exceeded the test standards.
Consequence: Improper operation of the electronic stability control.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and have the unit replaced free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2009. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

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

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 115 complaints about the 2009 Mazda Mazda3 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 11
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 5
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Steering34
Wheels19
Tires13
Tires › Pressure monitoring and regulating systems10
Service brakes6

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Questions

Does the 2009 Mazda Mazda3 have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: visibility, steering, electronic stability control (esc), 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 2009 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 2009 Mazda Mazda3?: 115 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.