The 2022 Mazda CX-30 has 31 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are engine and steering. 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.
Safety record for the 2022 model year
31
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
4
Crash reports
0
Fire reports
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2022 Mazda CX-30 vehicles (US, public record).
Where owners report problems
engine
9
steering
6
electrical system
6
forward collision avoidance
5
air bags
3
Recalls affecting the 2022 CX-30
service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Campaign 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 abil…
What owners say across generations
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 a
Limited rear passenger and cargo space — very frequent mention of cramped rear seats, especially with child car seats, and limited trunk space.
Interior blind spots — thick A-pillars and other design elements creating visibility obstructions. Frequency: recurrent.
Fuel economy and small gas tank — real-world fuel efficiency noted as just "decent" or "not great," combined with a small tank size reducing range. Frequency: recurrent.
Minor interior quality niggles — easily scratched gauge cluster and infotainment screen plastic; interior vibrations during acceleration in some base models; poor wireless charger performance (acts more as a phone heater). Frequency: recurrent.
Feature omissions for price — lack of touchscreen infotainment (controlled only by rotary dial), no power liftgate, limited USB ports, and a basic key fob are noted as cons. Frequency: recurrent.
Owner insights cover all generations of the CX-30.
Typical used price
Used CX-30 listings typically run $22,184–$29,287 across 2020 to 2026 model years.