The 2021 Mazda CX-30 has 102 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and electrical system. Owners most often flag limited rear passenger and cargo space: very frequent mention of cramped rear seats, especially with child car seats, and limited trunk space.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2021 Mazda CX-30 vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 5 CX-30 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 26 (2019) to 102 (2021). With 102 complaints, the 2021 CX-30 sits abovethe model's median of 31.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
Campaign 21V086000Mazda 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.
tires:valve
Campaign 21V101000Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2021 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles. Air may suddenly leak from the tire air valve.
back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Campaign 23V487000Mazda 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.
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment among owners, characterized by high satisfaction with driving dynamics, interior quality, and overall reliability.
Owner insights cover all generations of the CX-30. See the full CX-30 owner picture and every model year.
Used CX-30 listings typically run $22,184–$29,287 across 2020 to 2026 model years.
Compare every CX-30 year side by side to see how 2021 ranks against the rest.