Representative photoBattery boost for a 2008 Mazda Mazda3
Battery boost for the 2008 Mazda Mazda3: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
What to check when buying the 2008 Mazda Mazda3
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 303 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (117), tires (42) and wheels (33). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11V329000 | 2011-06-15 | visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor | MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 MAZDA3 AND MAZDASPEED3 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 7, 2008, THROUGH NOVEMBER 28, 2008. THE GROUND TERMINAL OF THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN INADVERTENTLY BENT DURING ASSEMBLY. IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS THEN OVER TIME THE ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE OF THE... |
| 10V374000 | 2010-08-12 | steering:electric power assist system | MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 MAZDA3 AND MAZDA5 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 2, 2007 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2008. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST COULD OCCUR AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Battery boost for the 2008 Mazda Mazda3
For battery service on the 2008 Mazda Mazda3, CarmaCars arranges a trusted shop and rents you a car while yours is in. Lights left on overnight are the classic reason for a flat battery.
About your Mazda3
The shop may ask for the VIN to order the right parts. Say whether the car is drivable; it changes how it gets to the shop. Tell the shop about any warning light or sound you have noticed.
How we help
You approve the shop's quote before any work. Your request goes to a person, who arranges a trusted shop or gives you its name. You agree everything with the shop before work begins.
A rental while you wait
We deliver the rental to you and collect it when your car is ready. A rental from us keeps you moving while the shop has your car. Pick it up from us for free, or have it brought to you.
Questions to ask the shop
Ask whether the quote includes both parts and labour. Ask whether anything else is close to needing attention, and how soon. Ask whether the shop needs your keys, the wheel lock key or the spare.
Small things that help
Keep the fuel tank above a quarter in winter. If the car pulls to one side, ask the shop to check the alignment and the tires. Check the tire pressure once a month, when the tires are cold.
Your move
A request is free and gets a reply within one business day.
Request battery boost
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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We have no car while yours is in on the site right now. Request one and we look for it for your dates, or take a similar car that is available now.
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Tell us your dates and we look for a car while yours is in for you. Nothing is booked or charged.