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Service bulletins for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

726 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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SA-031-20j2020-12-04. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. IMPORTANT NOTE: Some 2020 Mazda3 vehicles may have incorrect infotainment software version 10042 installed. The incorrect software will cause MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment errors. Go to SSPC1. Some customers may complain about any of the following: Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment (and Software Update Error message on 2020 Mazda3 only). Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop, Door Lock / Unlock, Lights ON / OFF
SA-007-20m2020-12-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. MAZDA CONNECTED SERVICES - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ). General Questions, Setup and Getting Started, Registration / Enrollment, WI-FI General Information, WI-FI How-To, WI-FI Trial Period, Interacting With The App, Service Issues, Troubleshooting, Dealer Processes, Educational Videos, Resources
SA-003-20e2020-12-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. When the body control module (BCM) has been replaced or reprogrammed and the software is updated to the file names shown below, DTC U2050:55-BCM (Activation of remote control not implemented) may be stored in memory without any warning indication for the driver. This is caused by a communication error between the telematics communication unit (TCU) and BCM when the control software in them are not of the version being ready for activation of the connected service.
09-021-20-3714a2020-12-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTENNA; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Some customers may experience the master warning light and/or the "In-Vehicle Network Malfunction" warning message in the instrument cluster on with DTC B119F:01, B119F:13 and/or B119F:2B stored when the vehicle position cannot be displayed correctly. • B119F:01 (TCU - Tel antenna No. 1 malfunction) • B119F:13 (TCU - TEL antenna No.1 circuit malfunction) • B119F:2B (CMU - GPS antenna signal circuit malfunction) This concern may be caused by incoming noise disturbing the reception of GPS signals, resulting in the wrong vehicle location and the DTC stored. To eliminate this concern, the GPS antenna has been modified.
01-006-20-3695b2020-12-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Some vehicle may exhibit a tapping noise from the engine during idling; etc., and synchronized to the engine rpm. The tapping noise may be caused by the switchable hydraulic lash adjuster (HLA), which may not work properly due to air bubbles accumulated in the oil passage in it.
SA-027-20f2020-11-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; BACK OVER PREVENTION; EQUIPMENT. MAZDA CONNECT SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING (7TH GENERATION VEHICLES). Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure. Index: No. 1 Blank Screen No. 2. Rear View Camera is not displayed No. 3 Rebooting No. 4 Infotainment System Has No Sound No. 5 Commander Switch Does Not Work No. 6 Bluetooth device will not pair No. 7 Incorrect GPS position No. 8 Voice Recognition Does Not Work No. 9 Cannot Make a Hands-Free Call No. 10 Cannot Play Bluetooth Audio No. 11 How to Check Navi SD Card VIN Lock
SA-071-202020-11-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Currently, the instructions on MGSS recommend the use of Loctite 962T or equivalent when installing a SKYACTIV cylinder head, but it is no longer available. The following 3 adhesives are alternatives available as an equivalent to Loctite 962T: Loctite 272, Loctite 518 Threebond TB-1386H
SA-070-202020-11-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. APPLE CARPLAY / ANDROID AUTO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ): NOTE: The following vehicles are not equipped with Apple CarPlay / Android Auto, but it can be activated using MDARS. See Activation instructions on MGSS - Infotainment - MAZDA CONNECT Updates - Apple Carplay / Android Auto MDARS Activation Instructions
SA-069-202020-11-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. ACCESSORY INSTRUCTIONS LOCATION: Accessory instructions can be found in the Accessory eCatalog. https://ecatalog.mazdausa.com
SA-007-20l2020-11-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. MAZDA CONNECTED SERVICES - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ). General Questions, Setup and Getting Started, Registration / Enrollment, WI-FI General Information, WI-FI How-To, WI-FI Trial Period, Interacting With The App, Service Issues, Troubleshooting, Dealer Processes, Educational Videos, Resources
07-005-20-37452020-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Some customers may complain that the A/C blows warm air while idling after restarting a warm engine. This is caused by improper control software of the PCM not allowing the active air shutter to open properly, resulting in lower cooling performance at idle. To eliminate this concern, the control software of the PCM has been modified.
16-001-20-3683c2020-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE. AUDIO, NAVIGATION AND PHONE CONCERNS WITH MAZDA CONNECT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM (7TH GENERATION MODELS). Some vehicles may experience the symptoms mentioned below, which can be fixed with the latest software update (Version 7000C0A-NA01_11012 or later). NOTE: Device compatibility can be found at connect.mazda.com - Support - Compatibility.
16-001-20-3683b2020-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. AUDIO, NAVIGATION AND PHONE CONCERNS WITH MAZDA CONNECT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM (7TH GENERATION MODELS). Some vehicles may experience the symptoms mentioned below, which can be fixed with the latest software update (Version 7000C0A-NA01_11012 or later). NOTE: Device compatibility can be found at connect.mazda.com - Support - Compatibility. 16-001-20-3683c
SA-060-20c2020-10-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. When replacing the Body Control Module (BCM) in a 7th generation vehicle, it needs to be configured and the instructions in the Workshop manual on MGSS are incorrect. Use the instructions in the Repair Procedure below to configure the new BCM.
SA-060-20b2020-10-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. When replacing the Body Control Module (BCM) in a 2019 Mazda3, it needs to be configured and the instructions in the Workshop manual on MGSS are incorrect. Use the instructions in the Repair Procedure below to configure the new BCM.
SA-059-20b2020-10-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. During BCM replacement, MDARS may display a Configuration Error warning message. This may be caused by any of the following:• Poor internet connection • MDARS failure• Low Battery. Perform the BCM Recovery Procedure below to manually configure the BCM.
SA-048-20a2020-10-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Some customers may experience an engine no start condition where the engine will only start by holding the key transmitter over the Start/Stop button. This may be caused by an accidental activation of the keyless pacemaker function. NOTE: • DTC B13D3:97 (Remote transmitter registration work not completed) is stored if key programming is performed when keyless pacemaker function is activated. • Key programming is not possible when keyless pacemaker function is activated.
SA-029-20g2020-10-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Some customers may experience a "IN-VEHICLE NETWORK MALFUNCTION" warning message in the instrument cluster with one or more of the following DTC's stored: • B119F:01 TCU - Tel antenna No. 1 malfunction• B119F:13 (TCU - TEL antenna No.1 circuit malfunction)• B119F:2B (CMU - GPS antenna signal circuit malfunction)• B1252:87 TCU - Communication error with connectivity master unit (CMU)• U0156:00 VCM - Communication error with connectivity master unit (CMU)• U0156:00 BCM - Communication error with connectivity master unit (CMU)• U0198:00 BCM - Communication error with emergency call unit• U212D:00 BCM - Communication error with light control module (RH)• U3000:00 TCU - Telematics communication unit internal malfunction• Low Voltage Battery DTCs
SA-027-20e2020-10-05. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. MAZDA CONNECT SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING (7TH GENERATION VEHICLES). Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure. Index: No. 1 Blank Screen No. 2. Rear View Camera is not displayed No. 3 Rebooting No. 4 Infotainment System Has No Sound No. 5 Commander Switch Does Not Work No. 6 Bluetooth device will not pair No. 7 Incorrect GPS position No. 8 Voice Recognition Does Not Work No. 9 Cannot Make a Hands-Free Call No. 10 Cannot Play Bluetooth Audio No. 11 How to Check Navi SD Card VIN Lock
SA-007-20k2020-10-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. MAZDA CONNECTED SERVICES - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ). General Questions, Setup and Getting Started, Registration / Enrollment, WI-FI General Information, WI-FI How-To, WI-FI Trial Period, Interacting With The App, Service Issues, Troubleshooting, Dealer Processes, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Will Not Function, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Function Will turn engine OFF, Educational Videos, Resources
SA-003-20d2020-10-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. When the body control module (BCM) has been replaced or reprogrammed and the software is updated to the file names shown below, DTC U2050:55-BCM (Activation of remote control not implemented) may be stored in memory without any warning indication for the driver. This is caused by a communication error between the telematics communication unit (TCU) and BCM when the control software in them are not of the version being ready for activation of the connected service.
SA-066-202020-10-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. When performing vehicle services such as control unit software update, control unit registration/activation, CMU log data retrieval, etc., always do the following: • Use the GR8 battery charger SST to maintain battery voltage. See SA-063/20. • Use M-MDS hardware that is in good working condition. CAUTION: If the GR8 is not used or if the M-MDS hardware is not in good working condition, a control unit failure may occur.
SA-065-202020-10-05. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Some customer's may complain that the HVAC system only blows warm to cool air (not cold) after starting the vehicle and not moving right away. This may be caused by a closed Active Air Shutter (AAS). Under specific circumstances, the AAS has a “learning issue” where AAS is kept closed after startup even if the PCM requests it to be open. The shutters will open and work correctly as soon as the vehicle speed exceeds 6.25 MPH (10 KPH). NO DTC will be set when this happens.
SA-061-20a2020-10-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. If you receive a customer concern about the CHECK IN light coming on and DTC P3400 (cylinder deactivation system malfunction) stored, the cylinder deactivation oil control valve may be plugged with plastic debris from the oil filter wrapper. The debris may enter the center of the oil filter when poking a hole in the filter wrapper during removal, and then travel through the engine and plug the cylinder deactivation oil control valve.
09-032-20-37392020-10-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STRUCTURE. Some vehicles may exhibit that the liftgate interferes with the rear bumper when closed forcefully, resulting in damaged paint on the rear bumper. Due to variations of the clearance between the liftgate and the rear bumper, the bottom edge of the liftgate may overrun the rear bumper. To correct this concern, the hardness of stop rubbers on the liftgate has been modified.

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