Service bulletins for the 2021 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.
634 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 09-045-25 | 2026-01-03. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. Some customers may experience that the fuel lid and charge lid do not lock or unlock during door lock/unlock operation. This is caused by: Improper dimensional accuracy of the lid actuator lock mechanism Incomplete control logic in the R-ESU software To eliminate this concern: The mold design of the lid actuator was modified. The control software of the R-ESU was revised. |
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| 07-004-25a | 2026-01-03. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is caused by condensation, dust, and pollen within the cooling unit. This condition is usually worse during high humidity conditions. “Mazda Air Cooling Coil Coating” is available to encapsulate the mold to reduce odors. If the product is properly applied, it can effectively reduce the musty/mildew odor for up to three years. NOTE: See parts information for Mazda Air Cooling Coil Coating and Kit part numbers. |
| 01-003-25b | 2026-01-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Some customers may experience a check engine light ON with DTC P0126:00 (Thermostat stuck open) and one or more of the following symptoms: Engine takes longer to warm up. • Engine temperature gauge fluctuates. • Low coolant temperature indicator (blue) light stays on longer or turns on while driving. • Poor heater performance, especially at idle. • This concern may be caused if the coolant control valve fail-safe thermostat opens at a temperature lower than the normal temperature due to a deformation of the thermostat diaphragm. To eliminate the concern, the water flow control valve specification has been modified. |
| 01-003-25a | 2026-01-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Some customers may experience a check engine light ON with DTC P0126:00 (Thermostat stuck open) and one or more of the following symptoms: Engine takes longer to warm up. Engine temperature gauge fluctuates. Low coolant temperature indicator (blue) light stays on longer or turns on while driving. Poor heater performance, especially at idle. This concern may be caused if the coolant control valve fail-safe thermostat opens at a temperature lower than the normal temperature due to a deformation of the thermostat diaphragm. To eliminate the concern, the water flow control valve specification has been modified. |
| SA-056-25 | 2025-12-05. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. When inspected, the differential or PTO oil is dark or black. This is considered normal and NO repair should be performed. During production, differential ring and pinion gears receive a manganese phosphate coating (commonly referred to as black oxide). This coating forms a porous, oil-retentive surface that improves boundary lubrication and reduces adhesive wear during initial contact cycles. Designed as a sacrificial layer, it is gradually removed under load throughout the break-in process. As a result, after the first few hundred miles, or at the initial gear oil service interval, the lubricant may appear darkened by the worn-off coating. It will contain trace ferrous particles from the normal run-in of the gear teeth and bearing surfaces. This condition is expected and does not, by itself, indicate an issue with the differential or PTO gears. |
| SA-055-25 | 2025-12-05. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging. If you encounter a customer complaint for any one of these symptoms, refer to the following information to understand why symptoms may occur, and to better assist the customer in resolving their specific brake concern. NOTE: Before following this Service Alert repair procedure, ensure published TSBs in MGSS have been completed per model year. |
| SA-052-25 | 2025-12-05. Service bulletin. ENGINE; POWER TRAIN. Some customer's might state that they notice fluid or oil leaking/dripping on the ground when the vehicle is parked. For this concern, inspect the vehicle for any trace of a fluid or oil leak and use the following examples as a guide to determine if it is severe enough to require a repair, or just to clean the area and monitor it at the next service. Examples of residue or seepage that may not be considered a leak and that may not require repair based on splash shield inspection. |
| SA-051-25 | 2025-12-05. Service bulletin. STEERING; SUSPENSION; POWER TRAIN; WHEELS. Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) Diagnostic Guidelines Diagnostic Guidelines When diagnosing NVH concerns, it is essential to first classify the issue into one of three primary categories: Noise, Vibration, or Harshness. Many customer complaints may involve overlapping symptoms, such as both noise and vibration, so identifying the dominant characteristic is critical. Once the primary symptom is determined, follow the appropriate diagnostic path. For example, if a concern includes both noise and vibration but is related to vehicle speed, the vibration diagnostic path should be followed. When considering component replacement during the diagnostic process, it is best practice to start with the lowest cost or most accessible part unless diagnostic evidence clearly identifies a more expensive or complex component as the root cause. This approach helps minimize repair costs and avoids unnecessary part replacements. For example, a growling or bearing whine noise may be mistakenly attributed to internal components in the differential, transfer unit, or transmission, when the actual source is a wheel bearing. Misdiagnosis like this can lead to unnecessary repairs, added time and cost. To help prevent this, always follow the guidelines in the repair procedure. |
| SA-020-25a | 2025-12-05. Service bulletin. WHEELS. There have been warranty claims submitted for growling or bearing whine noise in differentials, transfer units and transmissions where the source of the noise was a wheel bearing. This misdiagnosis can lead to multiple repair attempts, warranty debits, and additional inconvenience and/or cost to the customer. To reduce the chance of this occurring, please follow the steps outlined in the repair procedure. |
| 09-042-25 | 2025-12-04. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; STRUCTURE:BODY. Some customers may experience that after the doors are locked and the Fuel Door Lock Delay with MAZDA CONNECT has passed (default setting is 90 seconds), the fuel-filler lid does not lock, but can be opened when pressed. NOTE: The fuel-filler lid does not lock immediately after the doors are locked, but after the time set in the Fuel Door Lock Delay (0, 30, 60, 90, and 120 seconds). Although the root cause has not been identified, the vehicle should be repaired by adjusting the fuel-filler lid opener cable position when there is a customer complaint. |
| SA-047-25 | 2025-11-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. When the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) replacement is necessary due to a failure, use MDARS to activate the new TCU after replacement. Use the information in this service alert to initialize the new TCU until the procedure on MGSS is updated. |
| SSPD5 Parts Warranty a | 2025-11-05. Warranty extension. ENGINE. SPECIAL SERVICE PROGRAM - SSPD5 - WARRANTY EXTENSION - MULTI-MODEL - VALVE STEM SEALS CLASS ACTION In conjunction with a Class Action Settlement, Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to conduct an extension of the Engine powertrain warranty related to excessive oil consumption. In addition, there is a Reimbursement Program, for limited qualifying out-of-pocket expenses (prior oil changes and additional oil purchased before the normal oil change interval due to oil consumption concerns) on certain CX-9, CX-5, Mazda6, Mazda3, and CX-30 vehicles equipped with a 2.5L turbocharged engine with the affected valve stem seals. For all Mazda dealers, an FAQ document for this Class Action Settlement and all documents for SSPD5 will be available on Mazda Global Service Support (MGSS) on or before May 13, 2024 concurrent with notification to the Settlement Class. Please review this entire communication in regards to updated coverage for Special Service Program SSPD5 and vehicles out of Powertrain Warranty. Parts & Warranty Information and Dealer FAQ’s on Mazda Global Service Support (MGSS) have been updated. • Update August 2025: The Court has clarified that under the settlement agreement, the Mazda Powertrain Limited Warranty Extension includes coverage for 7 years, 84,000 miles for all Powertrain components in the Warranty Booklet under the Powertrain Limited Warranty Parts List (i.e. without restriction to engine issues, oil consumption or valve stem seal issues). • Vehicles are covered only for valve stem seal related repairs for an additional 12,000 miles (96,000 miles total) if the vehicle is presented to a Mazda dealer by October 15, 2025. The overall Mazda Powertrain Limited Warranty Extension (i.e., for all other powertrain warranty repairs) does not apply to this coverage period. • Reimbursement for paid repairs prior to August 2025: Reimbursement will also be provided for any Class Member who was denied Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage and paid out-of-pocket for a qualifying Powertrain Limited Warranty repair during the applicable period of the SSPD5 campaign. The customer will need to go to https://www.mazdavalvestemsealsettlement.com/ to file a claim and contact JND Legal Administration with questions regarding reimbursement. • All Mazda warranty limitations apply to SSPD5 including branded vehicles, W-1, total loss, salvage, rebuilt, etc.. and all other limitations as outlined in the Dealer FAQ’s and Mazda Warranty Policies and Procedures 3.26. |
| SSPD5 Dlr Ltr d | 2025-11-05. Warranty extension. ENGINE. SPECIAL SERVICE PROGRAM - SSPD5 - WARRANTY EXTENSION - MULTI-MODEL - VALVE STEM SEALS CLASS ACTION In conjunction with a Class Action Settlement, Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to conduct an extension of the Engine powertrain warranty related to excessive oil consumption. In addition, there is a Reimbursement Program, for limited qualifying out-of-pocket expenses (prior oil changes and additional oil purchased before the normal oil change interval due to oil consumption concerns) on certain CX-9, CX-5, Mazda6, Mazda3, and CX-30 vehicles equipped with a 2.5L turbocharged engine with the affected valve stem seals. For all Mazda dealers, an FAQ document for this Class Action Settlement and all documents for SSPD5 will be available on Mazda Global Service Support (MGSS) on or before May 13, 2024 concurrent with notification to the Settlement Class. Please review this entire communication in regards to updated coverage for Special Service Program SSPD5 and vehicles out of Powertrain Warranty. Parts & Warranty Information and Dealer FAQ’s on Mazda Global Service Support (MGSS) have been updated. • Update August 2025: The Court has clarified that under the settlement agreement, the Mazda Powertrain Limited Warranty Extension includes coverage for 7 years, 84,000 miles for all Powertrain components in the Warranty Booklet under the Powertrain Limited Warranty Parts List (i.e. without restriction to engine issues, oil consumption or valve stem seal issues). • Vehicles are covered only for valve stem seal related repairs for an additional 12,000 miles (96,000 miles total) if the vehicle is presented to a Mazda dealer by October 15, 2025. The overall Mazda Powertrain Limited Warranty Extension (i.e., for all other powertrain warranty repairs) does not apply to this coverage period. • Reimbursement for paid repairs prior to August 2025: Reimbursement will also be provided for any Class Member who was denied Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage and paid out-of-pocket for a qualifying Powertrain Limited Warranty repair during the applicable period of the SSPD5 campaign. The customer will need to go to https://www.mazdavalvestemsealsettlement.com/ to file a claim and contact JND Legal Administration with questions regarding reimbursement. • All Mazda warranty limitations apply to SSPD5 including branded vehicles, W-1, total loss, salvage, rebuilt, etc.. and all other limitations as outlined in the Dealer FAQ’s and Mazda Warranty Policies and Procedures 3.26. |
| SSPD5 Dlr Ltr c | 2025-11-05. Warranty extension. ENGINE. SPECIAL SERVICE PROGRAM - SSPD5 - WARRANTY EXTENSION - MULTI-MODEL - VALVE STEM SEALS CLASS ACTION In conjunction with a Class Action Settlement, Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to conduct an extension of the Engine powertrain warranty related to excessive oil consumption. In addition, there is a Reimbursement Program, for limited qualifying out-of-pocket expenses (prior oil changes and additional oil purchased before the normal oil change interval due to oil consumption concerns) on certain CX-9, CX-5, Mazda6, Mazda3, and CX-30 vehicles equipped with a 2.5L turbocharged engine with the affected valve stem seals. For all Mazda dealers, an FAQ document for this Class Action Settlement and all documents for SSPD5 will be available on Mazda Global Service Support (MGSS) on or before May 13, 2024 concurrent with notification to the Settlement Class. Please review this entire communication in regards to updated coverage for Special Service Program SSPD5 and vehicles out of Powertrain Warranty. Parts & Warranty Information and Dealer FAQ’s on Mazda Global Service Support (MGSS) have been updated. • Update August 2025: The Court has clarified that under the settlement agreement, the Mazda Powertrain Limited Warranty Extension includes coverage for 7 years, 84,000 miles for all Powertrain components in the Warranty Booklet under the Powertrain Limited Warranty Parts List (i.e. without restriction to engine issues, oil consumption or valve stem seal issues). • Vehicles are covered only for valve stem seal related repairs for an additional 12,000 miles (96,000 miles total) if the vehicle is presented to a Mazda dealer by October 15, 2025. The overall Mazda Powertrain Limited Warranty Extension (i.e., for all other powertrain warranty repairs) does not apply to this coverage period. • Reimbursement for paid repairs prior to August 2025: Reimbursement will also be provided for any Class Member who was denied Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage and paid out-of-pocket for a qualifying Powertrain Limited Warranty repair during the applicable period of the SSPD5 campaign. The customer will need to go to https://www.mazdavalvestemsealsettlement.com/ to file a claim and contact JND Legal Administration with questions regarding reimbursement. • All Mazda warranty limitations apply to SSPD5 including branded vehicles, W-1, total loss, salvage, rebuilt, etc.. and all other limitations as outlined in the Dealer FAQ’s and Mazda Warranty Policies and Procedures 3.26. |
| SA-044-25 | 2025-11-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. For improvement of electrical diagnosis, the SKYACTIV® Wiring Terminal Test Kits has been delivered all the dealers. The terminal test kit enables you: To check pin fit drag of all PCM terminals used in SKYACTIV® vehicles and compare suspect terminal drag with a known good terminal. To measure the voltage/resistance avoiding any terminal damage. |
| SA-012-25c | 2025-11-05. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure. |
| SA-011-25a | 2025-11-05. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. Some customers will report that their fuel door (AKA, fuel filler door, fuel lid, and fuel-filler lid) was stuck closed and would not open to refuel the vehicle. Follow the repair steps below unless the conditions outlined in TSB 09-007/25 - FUEL-FILLER LID PANEL IS DEFORMED for 2019-2025 Mazda3 and 2020-2025 CX-30 are present. |
| SA-007-25b | 2025-11-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code. NOTE: A Warranty Code is required for warranty claim submission Battery Identification (Mazda batteries have 2 rating types) 1. JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard): JIS codes are six-digit alpha-numeric markings (excluding i-STOP batteries e.g. Q-85, S-95) molded into the top of the battery to identify a battery by the capacity (amps), dimensions, and battery terminal type. Vehicles manufactured in Japan come from the factory with a JIS rated battery. NOTE: Replacement batteries may use a CCA rating. If so, use the CCA rating listed on the battery. |
| 09-040-25 | 2025-11-05. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some customers may experience rear subwoofer audio sound pauses intermittently at high volume levels. When the volume level is lowered, the subwoofer audio sound resumes. The actual volume level may vary depending on the audio source. If the audio source consists of many low frequency (40 - 70 Hz) sounds, the concern may occur at volume level 35 or higher. This concern may be caused by improper audio amplifier control software. To eliminate this concern, the control software has been modified. |
| 09-034-25a | 2025-11-05. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. Some customers may notice water in the trunk after a car wash or heavy rain. This may be caused by insufficient sealing performance of the trunk lid weatherstrip. Due to improper installation of weatherstrips, the lip of the weatherstrip may lean toward the inside of the trunk, resulting in insufficient sealing performance. To eliminate this concern, the length of the trunk lid weatherstrip has been extended 14 mm {0.5 in.}. |
| SA-043-25 | 2025-10-03. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some vehicles may have one of the following DTCs stored in memory along with a system status notice on the Multi-information display OR display a system status notice with no DTC: C1001:92 - Forward sensing camera (FSC) poor field of view [Gen 6 vehicles] B14F0:92 - General temporary failure in forward sensing camera (FSC) [Gen 7 vehicles built on or before March 2, 2019] No DTC - Warning Message only [Gen 7 vehicles built after March 2, 2019] DTC C1001:92 or B14F0:92 set as a past record for low visibility of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). It does not mean there is an actual FSC defect. In some cases the customer may have a concern with the Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) and/or High Beam Control system (HBC). In other cases this DTC might be found without a related customer concern. |
| SA-042-25 | 2025-10-03. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Interior parts made of resin have antistatic coating to prevent dust from sticking on the surfaces, and depending on the conditions of use, the antistatic components may crystallize slightly, giving an appearance of white stains on the surface. |
| SA-017-25c | 2025-10-03. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Mazda Connected Services - Frequently Asked Questions |
| SSPD5b | 2025-09-05. Warranty extension. ENGINE. SPECIAL SERVICE PROGRAM - SSPD5 - WARRANTY EXTENSION - MULTI-MODEL - VALVE STEM SEALS CLASS ACTION In conjunction with a Class Action Settlement, Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to conduct an extension of the Engine powertrain warranty related to excessive oil consumption. In addition, there is a Reimbursement Program, for limited qualifying out-of-pocket expenses (prior oil changes and additional oil purchased before the normal oil change interval due to oil consumption concerns) on certain CX-9, CX-5, Mazda6, Mazda3, and CX-30 vehicles equipped with a 2.5L turbocharged engine with the affected valve stem seals. For all Mazda dealers, an FAQ document for this Class Action Settlement and all documents for SSPD5 will be available on Mazda Global Service Support (MGSS) on or before May 13, 2024 concurrent with notification to the Settlement Class. Please review this entire communication in regards to updated coverage for Special Service Program SSPD5 and vehicles out of Powertrain Warranty. Parts & Warranty Information and Dealer FAQ’s on Mazda Global Service Support (MGSS) have been updated. REMINDER! – An oil consumption test is NOT REQUIRED if a customer verbally asks for a valve stem seal replacement and the vehicle otherwise already qualifies for a valve stem seal replacement (e.g., it has the original or defective valve stem seals). If a customer asks for replacement, please proceed with the repair WITHOUT an oil consumption test. An oil consumption test is only required after valve stem seals have already been replaced previously. Mazda Dealer Frequently Asked Questions – Valve Stem Seals Class Action Settlement Program for Excessive Oil Consumption and Oil Consumption Powertrain Warranty Extension Special Service Program SSPD5 Please follow these instructions if Mazda customers concerning the Valve Stem Seals Class Action Settlement Program for Excessive Oil Consumption and Oil Consumption Powertrain Warranty Extension Special Service Program SSPD5. IMPORTANT ITEMS TO REVIEW PRIOR TO REPAIR: • With the VIN, please verify eligibility of SSPD5 in eMDCS. This is very important to begin any conversation regarding this Class Action or SSPD5. If the vehicle does not have SSPD5, then inform the customer they are not eligible under the Class Action or the Special Service Program. • Until further notice from Mazda, if you are servicing vehicles that fall within the VIN range for SSPD5 for any reason, you should check whether DTC P250F:00 is stored in the vehicle memory. If the code is stored in memory, you should advise the customer if they are eligible to receive replacement valve stem seals under SSPD5. Mazda Limited Powertrain Warranty Additions – August 2025 Question: I read there is now coverage for Mazda Limited Powertrain components is this true?? Answer: Please review the Repair Procedure and most recent dealer email in MGSS. Effective August 2025 vehicles will now be covered under the Mazda Limited Powertrain components for 7 years, 84,000 miles. Question: Does the Mazda Limited Powertrain Warranty apply to the period for the additional 12,000 miles until October 15, 2025? Answer: No. The coverage for an additional 12,000 miles (96,000 maximum) is for Valve Stem Seal related repairs only, and only if the vehicle is presented to a Mazda Dealer on or before October 15, 2025. Question: Can I repair both the valve stems seals and then any other Limited Powertrain component? Is there coverage if the car has no valve stem seal issue? Answer: Yes. Any powertrain defect is covered for repair up to 7 years or 84,000 miles, even if the customer does not complain of any oil consumption and/or valve stem seals have already been replaced. Follow normal warranty policy as needed for repairs including preauthorization. |
| SSPD5a | 2025-09-05. Warranty extension. ENGINE. SPECIAL SERVICE PROGRAM - SSPD5 - WARRANTY EXTENSION - MULTI-MODEL - VALVE STEM SEALS CLASS ACTION In conjunction with a Class Action Settlement, Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to conduct an extension of the Engine powertrain warranty related to excessive oil consumption. In addition, there is a Reimbursement Program, for limited qualifying out-of-pocket expenses (prior oil changes and additional oil purchased before the normal oil change interval due to oil consumption concerns) on certain CX-9, CX-5, Mazda6, Mazda3, and CX-30 vehicles equipped with a 2.5L turbocharged engine with the affected valve stem seals. For all Mazda dealers, an FAQ document for this Class Action Settlement and all documents for SSPD5 will be available on Mazda Global Service Support (MGSS) on or before May 13, 2024 concurrent with notification to the Settlement Class. Please review this entire communication in regards to updated coverage for Special Service Program SSPD5 and vehicles out of Powertrain Warranty. Parts & Warranty Information and Dealer FAQ’s on Mazda Global Service Support (MGSS) have been updated. WARRANTY EXTENSION If you have any questions regarding this campaign, please read the Mazda Dealer FAQ’s available in MGSS under this campaign before contacting Dealer Recall Help. Effective October 15, 2024: In the final settlement agreement which was approved by the Court in October 2024, there is also coverage for Valve Stem Seal related repairs only an additional 1 year and 12,000 miles however, this coverage only applies if the vehicle is presented to a Mazda dealer by October 15, 2025 and has no more than 96,000 miles. After October 25, 2025 all coverage under SSPD5 will revert back to the original extension limit of 7 years, 84,000 miles. The Powertrain Limited Warranty Extension is limited to 7 years, 84,000 miles. Update August 2025: The Court has clarified that under the settlement agreement, the Mazda Powertrain Limited Warranty Extension includes coverage for 7 years or 84,000 miles, whichever comes first, for all powertrain components in the Warranty Booklet under the Powertrain Limited Warranty Parts List (i.e. without restriction to engine issues, oil consumption or valve stem seal issues). Reimbursement will also be provided for any Class Member who was denied coverage and paid out-of-pocket for a qualifying Powertrain Limited Warranty repair during the applicable period. If the vehicle is under Powertrain Warranty, please submit the claim following normal Warranty guidelines (with NO process number). If the vehicle is over 5 years or 60,000 miles, • For valve seal related repairs, use Warranty Claim information for SSPD5 (With process number) • For other than valve seal related repairs, submit claims according to normal claim procedure for repair under Mazda Limited Powertrain Warranty (with NO process number) Prior repair reimbursement: Customers who received a class action notice can apply for reimbursement at www.MazdaValveStemSealSettlement.com for certain out of pocket expenses related to prior oil changes and additional oil purchased before the normal oil change interval due to oil consumption concerns. Warranty Program/Extension |
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