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2017 Honda Civic vs 2019 Mazda Mazda3

The published evidence does not support a responsible winner. Candidate condition must break the tie.

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Tenth generation

2017 Honda Civic

Insufficient evidenceEvidence: Limited confidence

Insufficient evidence for a responsible candidate verdict.

Most immediate named issue
Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft safety campaign. high severity. 1,114 to 3,312 mi.
First decisive check
Check the VIN for open NHTSA actions, then ask the inspector to test the named system and document the result.
Inspection items
1
Safety actions
1
EPA combined MPG
33
Price and cost delta
Withheld

First inspection moves

  1. 1Check the VIN for open NHTSA actions, then ask the inspector to test the named system and document the result.
clm_honda-civic-2017-recall-recall-17v706000-obs-6892017 Honda CivicEvidence: Limited confidence

The official record describes a potential crash, fire, injury, or loss-of-control consequence.

“Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe vehicles. The right halfshaft may have been improperly heat treated, reducing its strength. The improper heat treatment can result in the halfshaft breaking, preventing the engine from moving the vehicle, and can allow a possible roll away situation if the parking brake is not engaged. This can increase the risk of a crash. Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the halfshaft's serial number, replacing it as necessary and aligning the front wheels, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K0E.”
NHTSArecallSep 2017Open source record
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Fourth generation (BP)

2019 Mazda Mazda3

Insufficient evidenceEvidence: Limited confidence

Insufficient evidence for a responsible candidate verdict.

Most immediate named issue
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel safety campaign. high severity. 61,000 to 65,000 mi.
First decisive check
Check the VIN for open NHTSA actions, then ask the inspector to test the named system and document the result.
Inspection items
1
Safety actions
1
EPA combined MPG
Not available
Price and cost delta
Withheld

First inspection moves

  1. 1Check the VIN for open NHTSA actions, then ask the inspector to test the named system and document the result.
clm_mazda-mazda3-2019-recall-recall-19v363000-obs-61692019 Mazda Mazda3Evidence: Limited confidence

The official record describes a potential crash, fire, injury, or loss-of-control consequence.

“Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. Due to incorrect programing, the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may erroneously turn off although the passenger air bag is deactivated. In addition, the seat belt status indicators for both the front passenger seat and/or rear seats may erroneously turn off although the front passenger and/or rear seat belts are unfastened. Incorrect indicator warning lights may lead the driver and/or passengers to be unaware of deactivated air bags or unfastened seat belts, increasing the risk of injury. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag/seat belt status indicator assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3319E.”
NHTSArecallOpen source record
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