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2018 Mazda Mazda3 electrical system problems

The 2018 Mazda Mazda3 has 30 electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA — 22% of the year's total, and up sharply from the prior model year.

30

Electrical System complaints

22%

Share of year

1

Crash-involved

0

Related recalls

Electrical System complaints by year

What owners report

In 2023, the reverse camera would either flicker or completely shut off (displaying a blank screen) while the reverse gear is engaged. While reversing the vehicle to park onto the property the rear camera image failed to display in the vehicle, leading to a collision with the curb. The limited…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 28, 2024 · crash

Common questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2018 Mazda Mazda3 have?

NHTSA has 30 complaints about the 2018 Mazda Mazda3 electrical system — 22% 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.