At the shop, Mazda tire-related issues have a recognizable signature. 240 documented complaints across 22 year-model entries from 2005 to 2021 is consistent with what we see come in. 2010 Mazda Mazda3 tops the list, but the pattern repeats across years. Multiple generations are affected. 3 crash reports on file. Not a high count, but the failure mode has put owners in the position to file. Across the 147 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 42,516 miles. Repair cost runs around $150 on average — relatively low for an aggregated category. Drive it across the conditions it will actually see — heat, cold, highway, stop-and-go. Pattern complaints surface under load, not in the dealer parking lot.
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22 model-year entries · 2005–2021
Mazda tires problems
240 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Mazda vehicles for tires issues. 1 active recall campaign. See tires across all makes →
Complaints
240
Recalls
1
Year-models
22
Avg fix
$150
3crashes
1injury
Worst-affected Mazda model-years for tires Top 22 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
2010 Mazda Mazda3
47 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2008 Mazda Mazda3
39 complaints · ~$150 severe
2009 Mazda Mazda3
27 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2009 Mazda Mazda6
14 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2007 Mazda CX-7
14 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2006 Mazda Mazda3
12 complaints · ~$150 severe
2009 Mazda Mazda5
11 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2006 Mazda Mazda5
10 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2007 Mazda Mazda3
8 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2011 Mazda Mazda3
7 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2010 Mazda Mazda5
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2008 Mazda Mazda5
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2006 Mazda Mazda6
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2012 Mazda Mazda5
5 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2007 Mazda Mazda5
5 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2010 Mazda Mazda6
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2008 Mazda CX-7
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2021 Mazda CX-5
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2015 Mazda Mazda6
3 complaints · 1 recall · ~$150 moderate
2009 Mazda CX-9
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2006 Mazda Tribute
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2005 Mazda Mazda6
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
Active recalls — Mazda tires 3 on file
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 CX-9 vehicles equipped with Sumitomo Falken ZIEX CT50 A/S tires, size P255/50R20 104V, having date code 1619
A detached tire tread can decrease vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four tire serial numbers, replacing the tires as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4019J.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured October 25, 2012, to October 10, 2014
A vehicle that is driven with under inflated tires may experience a sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2021 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles
A sudden air leak from the tire air valve may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four tire air valves with new parts, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4721B.
Common questions
How many Mazda tires complaints are on file with NHTSA?
240 complaints across 22 model-year entries from 2005 to 2021. 1 active recall campaigns cover tires issues across the Mazda lineup.
Which Mazda model has the most tires complaints?
The 2010 Mazda Mazda3 leads with 47 complaints in this category. Next: 2008 Mazda3 (39) and 2009 Mazda3 (27).
What does it cost to fix Mazda tires problems?
Independent shops average $150 for tires 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 tires recalls?
Yes — 3 active recall campaigns cover tires 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.