- The problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 2, 2015, 2013-2014 Mazda2 vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to August 8, 2014, 2014-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2013, to December 2, 2015, and 2013-2015 CX-9 vehicles manufactured December 6, 2012, to July 31, 2015. The lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing the steering knuckle to separate.
- The risk
- If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower mounting nuts and bolts that secure the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle. If the bolts are loose, they will be replaced and then correctly tightened, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9316D.
Vehicle safety record
2014 Mazda MAZDA2 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 2014 Mazda MAZDA2 with NHTSA, most often about the steering (3) and the suspension (3). Those complaints describe 3 crashes and 1 injury. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 2016 for the steering. For comparison, the 2013 has 13.
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FFar more problems than a typical MAZDA2 year, for its age
#249 most complained-about 2014 vehicle
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 3
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2014 Mazda MAZDA2 problems
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2014 Mazda MAZDA2 recalls 1
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9 complaints about the 2014 Mazda MAZDA2
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I have taken my car to two separate Mazda dealerships in 2019 and two separate non-dealership mechanics to address the same issue with a vibrating coming from the front driver when driving at lower speeds. It was not a constant noise until recently and saw there was a recall for my vehicle in May 2016. Mazda however says that my VIN does not qualify even though the build date range does show its covered. The problem at first was noted by the Kent Mazda dealership in 2019 but said the vehicle's small framing could...
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cause this. This vibrating has become more clear and causing my vehicle to shake violently when steering. It has made me very fearful as each mechanic I take it to cannot find the source of the issue and overlook it. Mazda Corporate has not been helpful and overlooks the safety as it is something I've brought up to them. The original recall is below: [[redacted]] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Tire size: P 185 / 55 R 15 I believe there is a manufacturing defect with the Firestone Firehawk tires. The tires are prematurely cracking, these tires are supposed to have a 50,000 mile limited warranty. I replaced all four tires on 6/18/2022 and today (7/15/2023) I noticed there was deep cracking through the treads and into the sidewall. I currently have the tires and it is available for inspection upon request. I believe that cracked tires are a safety issue that could put myself and other cars at risk. The...
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Firestone store mentioned the Firehawk tires were discontinued for the car. That cracking was a known issue on these tires and they refused to send the tires in for a warranty replacement. Tire Identification information: Front driver side tire: DOT RB8X FH1 4320 Front passenger side tire: DOT RB8X FH1 3421 Both rear tires: DOT RB8X FH1 4521
I bought this 2014 Mazda 2 Sport HB on Thursday January 26, 2023. Upon driving it home, this vehicle with only 41,280 miles on it, shook, vibrating , hearing a very loud popping clicking sounds. Like body metal clanging. It was hard to see. I don't know if the low beams were set wrong or what but visibility wasn't good with the low beams at all. I told him that the air conditioner made a horrible loud noises when cranked on high. I asked to take it to a mechanic and I was assured that their mechanics looked it over...
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thoroughly. It has so much wrong with it. I was ripped off. Over $ 13,000 today. The car is in bad shape. It had one wreck I found out. This car looks ok, but it's the worst car I have ever driven. My short instructed test drive wasn't long enough to tell everything, but by the time I got home I knew that I was sold a lemon. Perhaps they didn't know, but come on... This car is junk. It needs junked. This is the truth. I don't believe it should be on the highway or resold again. Especially not 11,500 that turned into 13,000. I don't have money for gas to be trying to fix garbage . Why would it have 2 owners and be a 2014 and only have 41,280 miles on it. They saw me coming and I explained that I can't be ripped off. They didn't care. I only drove it home and I know it's really unsafe and not road worthy at all. Very difficult to steer compared to any other vehicle I have ever driven. It scares me truthfully.
The steering was making loud knocking noises at low-speed turns. When looked up Mazda2 issues, found that there was a recall for Steering, Recall no. 16V203000, dated 2016-04-10, states: If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. When the dealership looked up my VIN, it was not a serial number listed under the recall list. However, it had the same issues as the recall. These issues were listed as "requires immediate...
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attention." The Steering rack and pinion, and also the front struts with bearing mounts have all been replaced by the dealership and an alignment was performed. I had to pay for this safety issue out of pocket because my VIN was not listed under the recall list. I would like to report this VIN under the recall list and request a refund for the work performed.
I was turning left on a protected green arrow when a truck on the left lane sped up and I noticed t merged and I would get hit I tried to go off to the side of the road but the steering wheel was stiff and when I pressed on the gas it did not move then it jerked me forward.
Tl* the contact owned a 2014 mazda 2. While driving at an unknown speed in reverse, the contact struck an embankment and the vehicle flipped over. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained a chest injury that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired as the insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 9,700. The vin was not available.
2014 Mazda 2. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle steering system issues. *Smd the consumer stated the right axle broke which caused him to loose control of the vehicle. Consequently, he hit another vehicle. The vehicle was totaled. *Jb
There was/is no information on the door or in the owners manual to indicate tire pressure for this vehicle. Had to obtain information from the dealer.
Tire pressure monitoring system did not alert me to my front left tire that was blowing out. *Tr
Mazda MAZDA2: every year compared
All MAZDA2 years2014 Mazda MAZDA2 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Mazda MAZDA2 | 9 | 1 | F | |
| 2014 Mazda CX-5 | 377 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2014 Mazda MAZDA3 | 138 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Mazda MAZDA6 | 137 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Mazda CX-9 | 54 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 2014 Mazda MAZDA5 | 12 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2014 Mazda MX-5 | 6 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2014 Mazda CX-3 | 3 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2014 Mazda MAZDA2
Does the 2014 Mazda MAZDA2 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Mazda MAZDA2: steering (April 2016). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mazda MAZDA2?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (3), suspension (3), body, doors & structure (2).
How many complaints has the 2014 Mazda MAZDA2 had?
9 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 6, 2014 and the latest on November 1, 2023. Of these, 3 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 2014 Mazda MAZDA2 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 22 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Mazda MAZDA2 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Mazda MAZDA2 years have the most complaints?
2013 (13), 2012 (9), 2014 (9). See every Mazda MAZDA2 year compared.
What should I do if my 2014 Mazda MAZDA2 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data