Gen3 - Rust already...?

[natspriceless]

Quick question for you guys. I leased 2015 gs for 3 years. Am I on the hook for rust when I return it? (Say, the rust spots expand quiet a bit in 3 years..). Rust on a 1 year car is quiet rediculous.

I think the safest thing you can do is keep written and photo documentation of any rust you do see over the period of your lease and keep the dealership informed. That way if/when you return the lease you have proof that you have not been just letting it rust away carelessly.

[fboybcb]

I think the safest thing you can do is keep written and photo documentation of any rust you do see over the period of your lease and keep the dealership informed. That way if/when you return the lease you have proof that you have not been just letting it rust away carelessly.

That's true

[Cab0oze]

Quick question for you guys. I leased 2015 gs for 3 years. Am I on the hook for rust when I return it? (Say, the rust spots expand quiet a bit in 3 years..). Rust on a 1 year car is quiet rediculous.

Why would you be on the hook for it? The car is under warranty lol

[Fuman]

Sedan owners. Open your trunk and check the welds right below the rear shield.
You may see rust. The below picture is the welds at the the top of the trunk

[fboybcb]

Checked and no rust. Is it only sedans made in Japan that's having this current problem? Any mazda 3 sedans made in Mexico that have rust problems?

[Cyclic]

Got my car back yesterday and the repairs looked good. Not sure if it was perfect since I don't remember what it looked like from factory. There are 1 or 2 weld points where the 'ring' was outlined and not flush paint like some other parts. Guess I'll have to keep an eye out and see. Was a bit annoyed at myself for forgetting to tell the shop not to wash my car lol

[ssolidd]

That kinda scares me hearing this "rust" issues especially on the 3rd gen oh btw mine m3 sedan still looking good with little rust on it :p will be monitoring this page 2 more years before I purchased a new car lol.

[Kontra]

Well this sucks. What are we talking about here mainly white mazdas and mainly sedans? Mazda should be taking care of this, there is no way a brand new car should start rusting like that they better do something about it and fast.

[Kontra]

Also I've seen quite a bit of rust build up around the rear plate on a 2013 CX-5 GS model too. I don't know the history of the vehicle so I cannot confim how well the car was kept, but it was odd for a car just around 2 years old.

[kingkhan]

this is what kills me about mazda. Pretty much everything is great except for the rust. Like WTF, why don't they explore options with other manufacturers to fix their rust issues. We are a mazda family (we have 2nd gen 3, 6 and an RX-8) and I was thinking of purchasing the new speed 3 when it launches, but seeing the rust appear once again may put me off.

[Flagrum_3]

this is what kills me about mazda. Pretty much everything is great except for the rust. Like WTF, why don't they explore options with other manufacturers to fix their rust issues. We are a mazda family (we have 2nd gen 3, 6 and an RX-8) and I was thinking of purchasing the new speed 3 when it launches, but seeing the rust appear once again may put me off.

I've wondered the same. They spend alot of energy designing a 'drivers car' and make an awesome product, yet don't seem to put much effort into the rusting issue...Its a shame. Rustproofing can help add some years but still...I'm just dumbfounded.

[c_del]

I'm sorry that this is still plaguing your cars, I thought that they for sure had this sorted based on what I've seen and heard .

I'll be watching this thread.

[Three]

Hey guys,

Any news/updates on the rust problem? I am about to get 2015 M3 hatch GS. Worried about rust quite a bit. Love the way the car looks/drives, but I am going to keep whatever car I am going to purchase for at least five years, so all the news that Mazda still hasn't fixed their biggest problem is a deal breaker for me.

[Mty Mous]

I haven't kept up with the whole thread, but my impression was that the Sedans were the ones experiencing the rust issues... I could be wrong tho.

[Monkey_3]

Do you guys think it comes down to where its being built or where the materials are from?

[Pablo Vasquez]

Hey guys,

Any news/updates on the rust problem? I am about to get 2015 M3 hatch GS. Worried about rust quite a bit. Love the way the car looks/drives, but I am going to keep whatever car I am going to purchase for at least five years, so all the news that Mazda still hasn't fixed their biggest problem is a deal breaker for me.

I haven't kept up with the whole thread, but my impression was that the Sedans were the ones experiencing the rust issues... I could be wrong tho.

So far yes, it's seems like a design flaw predominantly in the trunk door for sedans. Quick and easy fix though.

[Fuman]

So far yes, it's seems like a design flaw predominantly in the trunk door for sedans. Quick and easy fix though.

It's not really 'easy'. I have to take time off work, rent a car to get this taken care of by warrant.
I'm sure it will happen again next year. The problem lies with a design law in the plastic sealer/liner of the trunk.

[Three]

What you saying is that it is more of a design flaw that is fixable, than it is problem in metal itself? I am ok with that, as long as the car doesn't rust out in 5+ years of driving. I will need to sell it.

[Flunk]

I'd recommend buying the hatch, .

[Cyclic]

They covered the repairs on the rust back in April. No relevant information was given to me regarding cause and fixes. I guess I'll see if it happens again next year. Other than that, such a great car. I get compliments all the time.

[fboybcb]

So after a few months with the car, no rust spotted which I'm really glad and hope it doesn't crawl out at all. Will update later.

[slidxe]

Here's a site thats mentions the recall. Apparently there isnt thick enough paint on some of those spots.

http://mazda.oemdtc.com/804/corrosio...014-2016-mazda

[Captain Mazda]

Wow 3rd gen rusting already not good. Mazda didn't change

Not surprising, considering how cheap the 3rd gen build is.

[Ryan3]

I'm in the same boat. Area beside the rear-view camera is rusting. After so many years, they can't make a car that does not rust after a year?
How do they not improve on their manufacturing process (w/ respect to rusting) after decades. My 2006 didn't rust like this.

Did they send the factory back through time?

If you want to let Mazda Canada know of your dismay
http://www.mazda.ca/MciWeb/displayPa...demazdaContact

Jesus how cheap are these cars. That's pathetic. I'm starting to think I should have gone with the Golf.
This car better drive amazingly. I'm already missing my bmw.

[thanu31]

So I noticed rust on my gf's Mazda3. Hers is a sedan, manufactured in Mexico. Just wanted to share and remind people to check their cars.
It was only a small spot but thankfully Mazda took care of it under warranty.

Sucks there is still a rust issue, hopefully its only related to the trunk.