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2016 Mazda Mazda3 electrical system problems

The 2016 Mazda Mazda3 has 24 electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA — 18% of the year's total, and roughly flat versus the prior model year.

24

Electrical System complaints

18%

Share of year

0

Crash-involved

0

Related recalls

Electrical System complaints by year

What owners report

Car began to smoke. Roof caught fire at driver's visor while occupied with 2 people. Both able to exit safely. Neighbor put out with fire extinguisher. Inspected by insurance adjuster - total loss. Dealership notified. No warning lamps or messages.

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 11, 2024 · fire

Common questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2016 Mazda Mazda3 have?

NHTSA has 24 complaints about the 2016 Mazda Mazda3 electrical system — 18% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.