2019 Mazda MAZDA3 electrical system problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2019 Mazda MAZDA3 — 15% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle's battery has gone dead on several occasions since replacing the OEM battery. The OEM battery which was approximately 3 years old, also had gone dead, prompting its replacement. The battery has gone dead within 1-2 days of not using the car. Charging the battery by running it is only a…”
filed Sep 18, 2023
“The contact owns a 2019 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated that after pulling over to the shoulder the vehicle would not immediately restart. The contact stated that approximately five minutes later, the…”
filed Jan 9, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Due to incorrect programing, the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may…Campaign 19V363000 · May 14, 2019
Related service bulletins
This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued service alert listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. SA-038/26 06/15/26 DESCRIPTION Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment…
SA-038-26a · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 4, 2026This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. SA-039/26 06/15/26 Mazda Connect Symptom Troubleshooting DESCRIPTION Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns…
SA-039-26a · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 19, 2026DESCRIPTION Some customers may complain that the electric power steering warning light illuminates after engine start and DTC U2011:1C is stored. Zinc-plated whisker may form inside the EPS motor and trigger the DTC…
06-001-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 8, 2026This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SAs listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. SA-017/25 12/16/25, 09/08/25, 07/14/25, 05/15/25 and 03/21/25 DESCRIPTION Mazda Connect Frequently Asked Questions…
SA-042-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 1, 2026
Electrical System problems in other MAZDA3 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 MAZDA3 | 5 | 21% |
| 2021 MAZDA3 | 6 | 12% |
| 2020 MAZDA3 | 3 | 9% |
| 2018 MAZDA3 | 30 | 28% |
| 2017 MAZDA3 | 20 | 24% |
| 2016 MAZDA3 | 22 | 21% |
| 2015 MAZDA3 | 24 | 18% |
| 2014 MAZDA3 | 27 | 20% |
| 2013 MAZDA3 | 32 | 27% |
| 2012 MAZDA3 | 25 | 11% |
| 2011 MAZDA3 | 15 | 11% |
| 2010 MAZDA3 | 50 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 Mazda MAZDA3
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.