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What owners say
Overview
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment among owners, characterized by high satisfaction with driving dynamics, interior quality, and overall reliability. The vehicle is consistently praised for its responsive and fun-to-drive nature, with both naturally aspirated and turbocharged engi
Best version
Insufficient owner data available to declare a single consensus "best" trim. Feedback indicates high satisfaction across trims, from base models to top-tier Turbo versions. The Turbo model is specifically praised by its owners for excessive
Generation by generation
Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).
Complaints and recalls by model yearSource: NHTSA (US)Show table
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27 | 2 | forward collision avoidance |
| 2022 | 31 | 1 | engine |
| 2021 | 102 | 3 | engine |
| 2020 | 32 | 4 | unknown or other |
| 2019 | 26 | 2 | electrical system |
Complaint counts come from owner reports filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Higher-selling years naturally accumulate more complaints.
Recall notices12 on record · Source: NHTSA (US)Show recalls
2024 · lane departure: sensing system: cameracampaign 24V649000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 Mazda 3, CX-30, and 2025 CX-50 vehicles. A malfunction in the forward sensing camera (FSC) may prevent the automatic emergency braking system and the lane-keep assist system from functioning. In addition, the headlights will not automatically adjust fr
2024 · air bags: air bag/restraint control module:softwarecampaign 25V357000
Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mazda3 and CX30 vehicles. The Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) units may set an error code and deactivate the air bags, due to a low battery condition.
2022 · service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/modulecampaign 23V275000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2022-2023 CX-30 and 2023 CX-50 vehicles. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) may be damaged, which can result in reduced braking ability.
2021 · structure:body:hatchback/liftgatecampaign 21V086000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CX-30 vehicles. When fully opened, the power liftgate may partially lower unexpectedly when the vehicle is parked facing uphill on a slope.
2021 · tires:valvecampaign 21V101000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2021 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles. Air may suddenly leak from the tire air valve.
2021 · back over prevention: sensing system: cameracampaign 23V487000
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.
2020 · structure:body:hatchback/liftgatecampaign 21V086000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CX-30 vehicles. When fully opened, the power liftgate may partially lower unexpectedly when the vehicle is parked facing uphill on a slope.
2020 · service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:calipercampaign 20V346000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020 CX-30 and Mazda3 vehicles. The front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly allowing the calipers to loosen.
2020 · fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingscampaign 20V347000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020 CX-30 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive. The evaporative vent hose for the fuel tank may be disconnected, possibly allowing fuel to leak from the charcoal canister vent at the rear of the vehicle.
2020 · back over prevention: sensing system: cameracampaign 23V487000
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.
2019 · fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpcampaign 21V875000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
2019 · back over prevention: sensing system: cameracampaign 23V487000
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.
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1.8 Skyactiv-D (130 Hp) AWD Skyactiv-Drive
From 2021-2026
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