Vehicle Overview
The Mazda3 has been a sporty alternative for compact-car buyers since it debuted for the 2004 model year. It undergoes its first redesign for the 2010 model year and is still offered in sedan and four-door hatchback forms. The 2010 Mazda3 has all-new exterior and interior styling and is now available with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that offers more power than the four-cylinder it replaces. Competitors include the Honda Civic, Ford Focus and Nissan Sentra.
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How the Air Bags Work
How the Front Air BagsWork
When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate
force, an
electrical current is sent to the inflators.
Gases are produced to inflate the fro ...
Driving Impressions
The Mazda6 is pleasant to drive and sportier than some of its rivals. This
sedan takes curves confidently with modest body lean and satisfying grip.
Moderate steering effort is accompanied by good ...
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)
Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport
Canada, Defect
Investigations and Recalls, may telephone the toll free hotline 1-800-333-0510,
or contact
Transport Can ...


