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The replacement engine was defective too! Could I win the lottery instead? THe orig. engine was crated up and sent back - dealer has no knowledge of actual part failure. The replacement engine is being broken down and repaired at the dealership. So far they've found problem in cylinder 2 and 4 -- the exhaust valves are loose. Need to measure and order correct shims.... Where do you the facts and percentages of failures that would warrant a class action lawsuit. I know I'm not the only experiencing this problem... ZOOM, ZOOM, TICK, TICK, boom? |
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Replying to: roadburner (Jan 14, 2008 8:07 am) I use the board as well as JD Power and CR to try to make a purchasing decision between the Corolla, the Civic and the 3. JD gave the Mazda 2 points whereas the Corolla and Civic get 4 points in the mechanical quality area. That is huge difference in initial quality concerns. Consumer Report, also a very trustworthy source, listed the Mazda for above average in reliability whereas the Civic and the Corolla get a full circle marking and practically in a tie with the Corolla given a slight edge over the Civic. For those M3 owners that are currently having problems I feel for you and I hate to be in the same situation you are currently having. I can only suggest you Googled for Lemon Law and post your result to help those that are currently considering the 3 such as myself. On a side note, I once owned a VW Scirocco. A fun to drive car. Sure footed and nimble just like the current Mazda 3 but the little things that break down on me completely turned me off to the brand and negated any good feeling I originally had. It is far fetched to compare Mazda to VW but my only hope is that Mazda take these issues seriously and addressed them honestly so that they can continue they success. |
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Replying to: uunfews (Jan 15, 2008 1:25 am) I have owned my 3 for over 2 years and have 48K miles and NO issues ever.... I even personally know a mechanic at the Mazda dealer, and he too tells me that the 3 is a great car. I'm not saying it's perfect, but you make it out to be junk... I'm sorry but you're 100% wrong... Check out these web sites and see for your self what owners are saying.... (www.msn.com) http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/reviews.aspx?year=2007&make=Mazda&model=Mazda3- &trimid=-1
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Replying to: uunfews (Jan 15, 2008 1:25 am) True enough, but the fact is that there are some pathetic souls that you can NEVER satisfy, and those folks are the type most likely to spam all the boards with their tales of woe. As for your purchasing decision, I found the Civic to be fun to drive, but I don't like the Battlestar Galactica two-story IP. And the Corolla -like all Toyotas save the Celica, MR2, and Supra- is a mind-numbing FWD appliance. In my case, I was looking for a fun commuter hack to use until I decide on my next track rat and/or sports sedan. The Mazdaspeed3's performance/price ratio won the day, so it will stay in my garage for at least another 6-12 months... |
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Replying to: mariod (Jan 15, 2008 4:10 am) |
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Hi All, I am new here and thinking of purchasing the Mazda 3 but seeing the problems above and probably more that I haven't had a chance to find out less I spend the next 3 years reading the whole board ...LOL So I thought I would ask the owners of these cars what problems have Mazda fixed permanently once and for all. I see no consensus whether these issues were fixed or not. Some said yes and some said no. Mazda folks at corporate are POS. I thought of calling them first since what better way than to get the truth from the horse mouth. But NO!!! They denied right away of ever having an AC issue when I asked them of it. AND I haven't even asked them about the others issues..LOL. So far I am not impressed with them playing stupid and dumb about the AC issue. What a nice way to start a relationship Mazda. Already stonewalling me!!!! So help me out folks!!! Have I missed out any other problems? What's fixed permantly? Is the AC up to snuff on the 08??? Have the bugs been worked out? Am I going to get a lemon??? Do I need a lawyer??? ETC....... |
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Replying to: uunfews (Jan 17, 2008 10:48 pm) Buy the car if you like it, if you are too worried about the potential probles you se here don't buy it, buy something you are more comfortable with, life is too short to worry about problems all the time. Scott |
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Replying to: uunfews (Jan 17, 2008 10:48 pm) Have I missed out any other problems? What's fixed permantly? Is the AC up to snuff on the 08??? Have the bugs been worked out? Am I going to get a lemon??? Do I need a lawyer??? ETC....... From the content and tone of your letter, I'm almost certain that you will be miserable no matter what car you buy. You might want to keep the car you have; you will save money AND keep your misery quotient constant.
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Replying to: uunfews (Jan 17, 2008 10:48 pm) Airbag sensor - recall, fixed by Mazda Faulty connection in wiring harness causing check engine light - I actually found the fix here on this site, bought a replacement wire/kit from mazda and fixed that myself (only certain cars). And after my 30K maint, the tech said all my brake linings were fine (I usually do all my own work on cars but I was too busy with work and school, so I just let them do it). Well, they were not fine in the back and within a month my rear rotors were destroyed because there is not a tattle tail back there, and by the time I noticed it was too late. So I took the full circle report back to mazda and showed them how they said I was in the green and asked that they replaced the rotors. They took full responsiblity and replaced both rear rotors, only charging me for new pads (which I would have had to buy anyways even if I noticed it). My wife also owns a 2004 mazda S sedan with 62,000 miles (automatic), here are the issues I have had with hers: Airbag sensor - recall, fixed by mazda A/C not cooling well - there was a small leak that mazda detected with a smoke test and they fixed it under warranty. Faulty thermostat  60k (this can happen on any car after a while) - I bought the part from mazda and replaced this in my driveway, it was a tight space under the hood, but I got it. Shift Shock - Hard shifting from 1st to 2nd, a well known problem here. I had the PCM flashed at the dealer and that fixed it. They filed it under warranty, even though we were out of warranty at this point. So I have had great experience with Mazda, and after a few small repairs the cars have performed perfectly. Now, I came from a dodge HEMI quad cab and a history of Mustangs, and for a 4 banger this little car can zip, and it handles great, not to mention it is easy on the pocket book when it is time to fill up. I will likely not buy a first year model car ever again though, got to let them work out the bugs first. I also did most of the 60K maint on both of our cars and upgraded our air filters and spark plugs, the cars run great and are fun to drive. When you look at the HP, interior room, design, fun factor, and MPG I think it is the best "economy class" or "fuel sipper" out there. You can be efficient and not give up all the fun. Hope this helps, good luck. |
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