At the shop, Mazda wheel-bearing and hub issues have a recognizable signature. 87 documented complaints across 14 year-model entries from 2005 to 2017 is consistent with what we see come in. 2010 Mazda Mazda3 tops the list, but the pattern repeats across years. Multiple generations are affected. 1 crash report on file. Not a high count, but the failure mode has put owners in the position to file. Across the 43 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 60,340 miles. Repair cost runs around $400 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.
ProblemsByVin MAZDA / WHEELS
14 model-year entries · 2005–2017
Mazda wheels problems
87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Mazda vehicles for wheels issues. See wheels across all makes →
Complaints
87
Recalls
0
Year-models
14
Avg fix
$400
1crash
1injury
Worst-affected Mazda model-years for wheels Top 14 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
2010 Mazda Mazda3
25 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2008 Mazda Mazda3
12 complaints · ~$400 severe
2009 Mazda Mazda3
10 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2009 Mazda Mazda6
5 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2008 Mazda CX-9
5 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2014 Mazda Mazda6
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2012 Mazda Mazda3
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2005 Mazda Tribute
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2017 Mazda Mazda3
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2016 Mazda CX-9
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2016 Mazda Mazda6
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2015 Mazda Mazda6
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2015 Mazda CX-5
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2010 Mazda CX-7
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
Active recalls — Mazda wheels 1 on file
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles
A wheel separating from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the front and rear wheel lug nuts to the correct specification, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3519F.
Common questions
How many Mazda wheels complaints are on file with NHTSA?
87 complaints across 14 model-year entries from 2005 to 2017. No active recall campaigns currently cover this category for Mazda.
Which Mazda model has the most wheels complaints?
The 2010 Mazda Mazda3 leads with 25 complaints in this category. Next: 2008 Mazda3 (12) and 2009 Mazda3 (10).
What does it cost to fix Mazda wheels problems?
Independent shops average $400 for wheels 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 wheels recalls?
Yes — 1 active recall campaign covers wheels on Mazda vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
Related
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.