Model year guide

2011 Mazda Mazda3

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Mazda Mazda3 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 717 on record.

2011 Mazda Mazda3 — representative photo
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2011 Mazda Mazda3 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints132
Overall safety4 / 5 ★
Typical price$9,701

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2011 Mazda Mazda3 recalls 2

Seats NHTSA Campaign #17V082000 · 09/02/2017

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2011 Mazda2 and 2010-2011 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles equipped with a manual seat lifter. In the affected vehicles, the seat height adjustment lifter links may break or detach from the seat frame and the seat angle may incline causing the driver to not be able to maintain an appropriate driving position.

Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat lifter links and install a reinforcement bracket to the lifter links, or replace the entire seat adjuster unit, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number …

Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate NHTSA Campaign #16V644000 · 06/09/2016

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured November 18, 2008, to June 8, 2013, 2012-2015 Mazda5 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2010, to June 22, 2015, 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 26, 2015, and 2013-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured December 15, 2011, to December 26, 2015. On the affected vehicles, the …

Fix: Mazda dealers will replace the both lift gate supports, free of charge, however parts are not currently available. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9916H.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2011 Mazda Mazda3 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 132 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2011 Mazda Mazda3 safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2011 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

What's a 2011 Mazda Mazda3 worth?

Low
$7,300
Typical price
$9,701
High
$12,000

From 715 comparable 2011 Mazda Mazda3 listings.

2011 Mazda Mazda3 trims & engines on record

Trims
i Touring · i Sport · s Sport · s Grand Touring · Sport/GX · Touring/GS · Grand Touring/GT
Engines
2.0L · 2.5L

2011 Mazda Mazda3 vehicles on record

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2011 Mazda Mazda3 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Mazda Mazda3 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2011 Mazda Mazda3. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mazda Mazda3?

Based on 132 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are seats, air bags, steering.

What is the 2011 Mazda Mazda3 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2011 Mazda Mazda3 an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 2★, rollover 4★).

How much is a 2011 Mazda Mazda3 worth?

Comparable 2011 Mazda Mazda3 listings run roughly $7,300–$12,000, typically around $9,701 (from 715 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.