2015 MAZDA Mazda3 Sport/GX — VIN 3MZBM1K79FM181700

VIN 3MZBM1K79FM181700 decodes to a 2015 MAZDA Mazda3 Sport/GX hatchback/liftback/notchback with a 2.0L In-Line 4-cylinder engine, assembled in GUANAJUATO, SALAMANCA, MEXICO. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2015 MAZDA Mazda3 model family. Recall campaigns apply to a production range, so confirm on this VIN before you buy or book service.

2015 MAZDA Mazda3 Sport/GX specifications decoded from VIN 3MZBM1K79FM181700

VIN3MZBM1K79FM181700
Model year2015
MakeMAZDA
ModelMazda3
Trim / seriesSport/GX
Body styleHatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine2.0L In-Line 4-cylinder
Fuel typeGasoline
Doors5
GVWRClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant of assemblyGUANAJUATO, SALAMANCA, MEXICO
ManufacturerMAZDA MOTOR MANUFACTURING DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V.
Vehicle typePASSENGER CAR

Source: NHTSA vPIC, the manufacturer-submitted build record. Decoded 2026-08-20.

Safety recalls for the 2015 MAZDA Mazda3

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2015 MAZDA Mazda3 model family. Recall campaigns apply to a production range, so confirm on this VIN before you buy or book service.

  • 16V684000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY: Mazda Motors North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured January 4, 2014, to September 18, 2015. The fuel tank of the affected vehicles may have been improperly handled during manufacturing and, as a result, the welded attachment of the Inlet Check Valve (ICV) may fail and allow fuel to leak.
  • 17V393000 — PARKING BRAKE: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles. Water could possibly enter the brake caliper causing the parking brake actuator shaft to corrode and possibly bind.
  • 15V621000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured May 21, 2015, to August 25, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a fuel tank with a shut-off valve that can allow fuel to enter into the fuel tank emissions systems. If enough fuel enters the emission system it may leak out onto the ground or result in an engine stall.
  • 23V487000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.

How to check VIN 3MZBM1K79FM181700 before you buy

  1. Confirm the VIN reads 3MZBM1K79FM181700 — Check the 17-character VIN through the bottom-left corner of the windshield or on the driver-side door jamb sticker and confirm it matches 3MZBM1K79FM181700 exactly.
  2. Review the free NHTSA build record — Compare the decoded specs above — 2015, MAZDA, Mazda3, Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback, 2.0L In-Line 4-cylinder — against the listing. A mismatch on trim, engine or body style is a red flag.
  3. Check open safety recalls — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2015 MAZDA Mazda3 model family. Recall campaigns apply to a production range, so confirm on this VIN before you buy or book service.
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Frequently asked questions

What vehicle is VIN 3MZBM1K79FM181700?

VIN 3MZBM1K79FM181700 is a 2015 MAZDA Mazda3 Sport/GX built in GUANAJUATO, SALAMANCA, MEXICO, according to the NHTSA vPIC build record.

Does the 2015 MAZDA Mazda3 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2015 MAZDA Mazda3 model family. Recall campaigns apply to a production range, so confirm on this VIN before you buy or book service.

How do I get the full history for VIN 3MZBM1K79FM181700?

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