TSB List for the 2008 Mazda MAZDASPEED3

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2008 MAZDASPEED3 are official communications between Mazda & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

  • STEERING
  • SUSPENSION:FRONT
  • SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
  • FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
  • FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
  • FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
  • POWER TRAIN
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:WARNING:LAMP
  • SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
  • WHEELS
  • EQUIPMENT
  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
  • STEERING

    • TSB #00-001-21-3768

      Date Announced:
      JAN 21, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186693

      Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Read More »

    SUSPENSION:FRONT

    • TSB #0102206

      Date Announced:
      SEP 07, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10023313

      FRONT CRANKSHAFT BOLT SERVICE WARNING. *NJ Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT

    • TSB #04-002-14-2879

      Date Announced:
      JAN 21, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10098003

      SOME CUSTOMERS MAY REPORT A SLIGHT CLUNK/BANG/BUZZ NOISE OR JOLT FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THIS CONCERN WILL MOST LIKELY OCCUR DURING THE VEHICLES FIRST FORWARD MOVEMENT AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #00-001-21-3768

      Date Announced:
      JAN 21, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186693

      Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Read More »

    • TSB #00-003-19-3583

      Date Announced:
      MAR 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10154879

      In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually. Read More »

    • TSB #0100216

      Date Announced:
      FEB 05, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10213330

      PreMixed long life "FL22" Engine Coolant Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

    • TSB #01-012-12

      Date Announced:
      APR 03, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10044209

      MAZDA: VARIABLE TIMING (VVT) NOISE AND/OR TIMING CHAIN NOISE. THE REPAIR PROCEDURE FLOWCHART, REPAIR PROCEDURE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION HAVE BEEN REVISED. Read More »

    • TSB #SB-01-018-11

      Date Announced:
      FEB 23, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10039251

      MAZDA: THERE IS A RATTLE NOISE FROM THE ENGINE DUE TO A STRETCHED TIMING CHAIN. *RM UPDATED 4/18/2012. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #SSP-87

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10043875

      MAZDA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. DUE TO WEAR ON LOCK PIN HOLE IN VVT ROTOR OR BREAKAGE OF VVT CASE, LOUD TICKING NOISE (KNOCKING/RATTLE) IS HEARD, FROM TIMING COVER AND/OR VALVE (CYLINDER HEAD) COVER, WHEN ENGINE IS ... Read More »

    • TSB #SB-01-007-09

      Date Announced:
      FEB 11, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10028524

      MAZDA: VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN OF UNSTABLE IDLING OR, IN SOME RARE CASES, STALLING, JUST AFTER THE VEHICLE STOPS WITH NO DTCS DETECTED. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

    • TSB #SSP-86

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10043874

      MAZDA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. DUE TO INSUFFICIENT CRANK CASE VENTILATION, HEAVY WHITE SMOKE APPEARS FROM EXHAUST PIPES, AFTER LONG IDLE PERIODS, RESULTING IN OIL LEAKAGE PAST EXHAUST TURGINE SHAFT SEAL. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

    • TSB #SB-01-001-11

      Date Announced:
      APR 21, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10039110

      MAZDA: 2006-2007 MAZDA SPEED6. DURING LONG PERIODS OF SLOW SPEED OR IDLING THERE MAY BE WHITE/BLUE SMOKE COMING FROM THE TAILPIPE. THERE COULD BE PROBLEM WITH THE TURBOCHARGER. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SB-01-002-11

      Date Announced:
      APR 21, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10039250

      MAZDA: WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS OR HAVING A LONG IDLE THERE IS WHITE/BLUE SMOKE FROM THE EXHAUST PIPE. THIS COULD BE CAUSED BY OIL PROBLEMS. *RM Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    • TSB #00-003-19-3583

      Date Announced:
      MAR 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10154879

      In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

    • TSB #SB-01-023-10

      Date Announced:
      OCT 15, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10034005

      MAZDA: DETERMINING EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM LEAK LOCATION FOR DTCS P0441, P0442, P0455, P0455. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE A MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DTCS STORED IN MEMORY. *PE UPDATED 4/18/11. *PE Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #00-003-19-3583

      Date Announced:
      MAR 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10154879

      In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    • TSB #SB-01-021-11

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10041267

      MAZDA: FUEL PUMP OR PRESSURE LINE PIPE INSTALLATION/REMOVAL INFORMATION. *RM Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    • TSB #SB-01-021-11

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10041267

      MAZDA: FUEL PUMP OR PRESSURE LINE PIPE INSTALLATION/REMOVAL INFORMATION. *RM Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #00-001-21-3768

      Date Announced:
      JAN 21, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186693

      Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    • TSB #01-022/08

      Date Announced:
      APR 02, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10024864

      ROUGH IDLE, LACK OF POWER, AND/OR MIL ON WITH DTC P2177/P2187 (FUEL SYSTEM LEAN). *NJ Read More »

    • TSB #01-022-08

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10024621

      ROUGH IDLE, LACK OF POWER, AND/OR MIL ON WITH DTC P2177/P2187 (FUEL SYSTEM LEAN). *NJ Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #09-016-23

      Date Announced:
      FEB 28, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10232299

      Speedometer replacement procedure Read More »

    • TSB #01-005-21-3778

      Date Announced:
      FEB 08, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10188015

      The Mazda DCA-8000PM is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000PM is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Read More »

    • TSB #01-006-21-3779

      Date Announced:
      FEB 08, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10188016

      This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. Read More »

    • TSB #09-002-21-3770

      Date Announced:
      JAN 21, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186703

      In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer Read More »

    • TSB #09-003-20-3671

      Date Announced:
      JAN 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10170661

      In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. Read More »

    • TSB #01-002-18-3417

      Date Announced:
      JAN 30, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129576

      Some vehicles may have a MIL illumination with DTC's P0441, P0442, P0455, or P0456 stored in memory. To determine the location of the evaporative system leak, follow the repair procedure below. Read More »

    • TSB #0900916

      Date Announced:
      FEB 17, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10213427

      HandsFree bluetooth module and/or text messaging troubleshooting procedure Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

    • TSB #SA-061-17

      Date Announced:
      JUL 12, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111036

      In an effort to achieve a higher level of Customer Experience and retain the value of Mazda's vehicles, MNAO Warranty Operations is? 2017 Mazda North American Operations, U.S.A. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:WARNING:LAMP

    • TSB #0901316

      Date Announced:
      FEB 26, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10213430

      Excessive condensation or water within the headlamp assembly caustion Read More »

    SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #08-002/08

      Date Announced:
      MAR 19, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10024602

      SQUEAK AND RATTLE FROM SEAT BELT BUCKLE. VEHICLES WITH VIN'S LOWER THAN JM1 BK**** **823850 (PRODUCED BEFORE SEPT. 11, 2007). *NJ Read More »

    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

    • TSB #09-002-21-3770

      Date Announced:
      JAN 21, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186703

      In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer Read More »

    TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

    • TSB #MT-002-20

      Date Announced:
      AUG 03, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179228

      New CARB regulation regarding mandatory checking and documenting of tire pressure whenever a vehicle is in for service work. This applies to all service shops (including Mazda dealerships) in California effective September 1, 2010. Read More »

    • TSB #SB-02-001-12

      Date Announced:
      JAN 11, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10043662

      MAZDA: TPMS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINDATED. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY DAMAGE TO THE VALVE NUT AND/OR VALVE STEM OF THE WHEEL. *KB Read More »

    WHEELS

    • TSB #00-001-21-3768

      Date Announced:
      JAN 21, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186693

      Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Read More »

    • TSB #MT-002-20

      Date Announced:
      AUG 03, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179228

      New CARB regulation regarding mandatory checking and documenting of tire pressure whenever a vehicle is in for service work. This applies to all service shops (including Mazda dealerships) in California effective September 1, 2010. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #09-025-21-3824

      Date Announced:
      AUG 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200527

      This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver??A?A?s floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. Read More »

    • TSB #07-001-21-3775

      Date Announced:
      JAN 26, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186701

      A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. Read More »

    • TSB #09-002-21-3770

      Date Announced:
      JAN 21, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186703

      In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer Read More »

    • TSB #09-006-20-3673a

      Date Announced:
      JUL 20, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10177847

      When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Paint Warranty Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). Read More »

    • TSB #09-003-20-3671

      Date Announced:
      JAN 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10170661

      In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. Read More »

    • TSB #00-003-19-3583

      Date Announced:
      MAR 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10154879

      In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually. Read More »

    • TSB #0100216

      Date Announced:
      FEB 05, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10213330

      PreMixed long life "FL22" Engine Coolant Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #09-028-12-2701B

      Date Announced:
      OCT 19, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10097754

      THE MULTI INFORMATION DISPLAY (MID) AND NAVIGATION SYSTEM SUPPORT FOR DIAGNOSTICS, PARTS AUTHORIZATION, AND PARTS EXCHANGE REQUIRE CONTACTING THE PROPER SOURCE. PLEASE CONTACT THE APPROPRIATE SOURCE BY REFERRING TO THE FOLLOWING TABLES. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #09-034-14-2956

      Date Announced:
      AUG 15, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10098367

      IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATIONS, FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE LISTED BELOW WHEN REPLACING A SPEEDOMETER.NOTE:?MAZDA VEHICLES ARE MANUFACTURED WITH TAMPER-PROOF SPEEDOMETERS. Read More »

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