At the shop, Mazda body and structural issues have a recognizable signature. 624 documented complaints across 46 year-model entries from 2005 to 2025 is consistent with what we see come in. 2010 Mazda Mazda3 tops the list, but the pattern repeats across years. Multiple generations are affected. 15 injury reports on the record — not a category to wave off. Across the 266 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 68,989 miles. Repair exposure averages $1,500, which is meaningful money outside warranty. For trucks especially, get under it with a flashlight. Frame rust on rust-belt vehicles tells you everything you need to know about how it was kept.
ProblemsByVin MAZDA / BODY
46 model-year entries · 2005–2025
Mazda body problems
624 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Mazda vehicles for body issues. 3 active recall campaigns. See body across all makes →
Complaints
624
Recalls
3
Year-models
46
Avg fix
$1,500
16crashes
1fire
15injuries
Worst-affected Mazda model-years for body Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2010 Mazda Mazda3
161 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2009 Mazda Mazda6
90 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,500 moderate
2005 Mazda Tribute
56 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2010 Mazda Mazda6
37 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2014 Mazda CX-5
28 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2015 Mazda CX-5
25 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2012 Mazda Mazda3
16 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2016 Mazda CX-5
14 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,500 moderate
2013 Mazda CX-5
13 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2017 Mazda CX-5
11 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2013 Mazda Mazda3
10 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2011 Mazda Mazda6
10 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2011 Mazda Mazda3
9 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2006 Mazda Mazda3
7 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2020 Mazda CX-5
6 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2019 Mazda CX-5
6 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2012 Mazda Mazda6
6 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2008 Mazda Mazda3
6 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2024 Mazda CX-50
5 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2015 Mazda Mazda3
5 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2014 Mazda Mazda6
5 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2012 Mazda Mazda5
5 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2010 Mazda Mazda5
5 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2010 Mazda CX-9
5 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2007 Mazda Mazda3
5 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
Active recalls — Mazda body 5 on file
Mazda is recalling 29,000 my 2009 mazda6
Driving the vehicle with the door unlatched could lead to an unbelted occupant being ejected and could result in death or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the door handles and if necessary repair or replace the handles free of charge. The recall began on february 13, 2009. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Miata MX-5 vehicles
Parts that separate from the vehicle may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the skid plate, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3619F.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland,Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin
Corrosion may weaken the mounting point for the passenger side lower control arm, unexpectedly changing the steering alignment and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cross member and either install a side member and drain hose and apply wax to protect from rust, or install a drain hose and an improved front cross member, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2818I. Note: This recall is an expansion of Recall 18V-631.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CX-30 vehicles
If the power liftgate unexpectedly lowers while a person is accessing the rear storage area of the vehicle, it can increase their risk of injury.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power liftgate control module software and inspect the serial number of the power liftgate drive unit, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4621B.
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
If the lift gate falls unexpectedly, it may hit the user, increasing their risk of injury.
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.
Common questions
How many Mazda body complaints are on file with NHTSA?
624 complaints across 46 model-year entries from 2005 to 2025. 3 active recall campaigns cover body issues across the Mazda lineup.
Which Mazda model has the most body complaints?
The 2010 Mazda Mazda3 leads with 161 complaints in this category. Next: 2009 Mazda6 (90) and 2005 Tribute (56).
What does it cost to fix Mazda body problems?
Independent shops average $1,500 for body repairs across the Mazda lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Mazda body recalls?
Yes — 5 active recall campaigns cover body on Mazda vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Mazda.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.