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2014 Mazda Mazda2 reliability

Is it reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2014 Mazda Mazda2 holds 9 complaints after 13 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Mazda2 years here — over the median of the other years, which is 0. NHTSA has 1 recall on file, including Steering.

2012 Mazda Mazda2
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Complaints

9

Per year

1

Recalls

1

Years on the road

13

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Steering (3 of 9), then Suspension (3) and Structure (2). Those filings include 3 that report a crash and 1 that reports an injury.

Next to 2013 and 2015

The 2013 Mazda2 has 13 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2015 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2014 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2013. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2015.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2014 Mazda Mazda2. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (1)

Recall Steering 2016-04-11 · NHTSA campaign 16V203000
Summary 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.
Remedy 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.

Complaints by component (9 total)

Steering
3
Suspension
3
Structure
2
Adaptive and mobility equipment
1
Air bags
1
Exterior lighting
1
Powertrain
1
Seats
1
Speed control
1
Tires
1
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Crash-flagged

3

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

1

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

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Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "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…"
    Steering, Suspension, Seats · filed 2023-11-01
  • "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…"
    Tires · filed 2023-07-15
  • "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…"
    Steering, Exterior lighting, Structure · filed 2023-01-26
  • "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…"
    Steering, Suspension · filed 2021-09-10
  • "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…"
    Speed control · filed 2020-07-21

NHTSA crash ratings

Version Overall Front Side Rollover
2014 Mazda Mazda2 5 HB FWD Not rated Not rated Not rated Not rated

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Specs and fitment

Second generation (DE), 2012–2014
Body styles Hatchback
Oil 0W-20 , 4.1 qt capacity
Tire size 185/55R15

Known issues for this generation

Recall 16V-203 covers certain 2013-2014 Mazda2 vehicles (also certain CX-3, CX-5, and CX-9): lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen and allow the knuckle to separate, causing loss of steering control; dealers inspect and replace or retorque the fasteners as needed.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Mazda Mazda2 reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2014 Mazda Mazda2 holds 9 complaints after 13 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Mazda2 years here — over the median of the other years, which is 0. NHTSA has 1 recall on file, including Steering.

What are common problems with a 2014 Mazda Mazda2?

The complaints owners file most often name Steering (3 of 9), then Suspension (3) and Structure (2). Those filings include 3 that report a crash and 1 that reports an injury.

Is the 2014 Mazda Mazda2 more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2013 Mazda2 has 13 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2015 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2014 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2013. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2015.

Has the 2014 Mazda Mazda2 been recalled?

The 2014 Mazda Mazda2 has 1 recall on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2014 Mazda Mazda2?

Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 2014 Mazda Mazda2 with NHTSA.

What engine oil does a US Mazda Mazda2 use?

0W-20 With filter, about 4.1 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.

What tire sizes fit a US Mazda Mazda2?

Published US specs commonly list front 185/55R15 and rear 185/55R15; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.

What NHTSA recalls affect the US Mazda Mazda2?

Recall 21V-875 covers certain 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles (also certain Mazda3, Mazda6, CX-3, MX-5, CX-5, and CX-9): the low-pressure fuel-pump impeller may crack and deform, which can stall the engine; dealers replace the fuel pumps.