Representative photoEngine repair for a 2008 Mazda Mazda3
Engine repair 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.
Arranging the work for the Mazda3
Need engine work for the 2008 Mazda Mazda3? We arrange it with a trusted shop; the work is never done by CarmaCars. An engine that runs rough, smokes or overheats needs a look soon.
About your Mazda3
The shop may ask for the VIN to order the right parts. Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. Say whether the car is drivable; it changes how it gets to the shop.
Who does what
We do not set the shop's price or promise a date. Your request goes to a person, who arranges a trusted shop or gives you its name. We follow up until the shop has the car booked in.
Keep moving meanwhile
A rental from us keeps you moving while the shop has your car. The rental is priced like any other on our site. The car can come to your door in the Toronto area, or you pick it up at no charge.
Between shop visits
Look at the tire tread before long trips. Do not ignore a warning light; an early check often costs less than a late repair. Switch to winter tires before the first snow, and back in spring.
A short checklist
Ask whether the parts are new, rebuilt or used. Ask the shop to call you before doing anything not on the estimate. Ask whether the shop will check anything related while the car is there.
Ready when you are
Start with a short request; a person replies within one business day.
Request engine repair
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.
Rent a car while yours is in in Toronto
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.