https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Mazda CX-3. en-us Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:31:29 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2120276 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT UNKNOWN https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2075363 Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT Windshield wiper fluid tank leaks when you pour fluid in empty within about an hour https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2055874 Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT While driving on the highway on a posted 65mph, the fuel remaining on the vehicle was posted at 1/4, approx. 75miles remaining. The vehicle abruptly stalled and I managed to pull over on the side of the road. The vehicle then refused to start again. Had to bring it to a fuel station and refueled leading to the vehicle starting again. Dealership diagnosed a bad fuel pump and fuel rail. https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2051743 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufact https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2048774 Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT So the sport mode on cx3 have not bracket under the sport mode and if try to activeit the sport mode whole switch goes down you cant active with grabbing it will fall out of socket https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2046881 Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2018 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2036041 Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-3. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The contact stated that occasionally the air bag warning light flashed off and on. Additionally, the rear hatch door failed to open as needed. The cause of the failures has not yet been determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, b https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2036042 Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-3. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The contact stated that occasionally the air bag warning light flashed off and on. Additionally, the rear hatch door failed to open as needed. The cause of the failures has not yet been determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, b https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2036008 Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT All of the issues listed in Mazda Technical Service Bulletin 06-001/20, however this bulletin does not cover my model. Inspected by dealer, possible solution intended to be relubrication of the worm gear/worm shaft in the steering assembly. Issue presented itself in the last year and is most present while driving at high speeds, above 45 miles an hour. https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2031595 Fri, 11 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was distorted on several occasions, and was black on other occasions. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or rep https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2011618 Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT A recall notice dated July 14, 2023 stated improper design of rearview camera wiring harness fastener. The fastener may become damaged from vibrations during normal vehicle use and/or while closing the lift gate. I have been told by the dealership that they do not have the parts to remedy the issue and don't know when they will have the parts. It appears that the manufacturer has failed or is unab https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2010789 Fri, 26 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT LED speedometer in dash showing incorrect speed or unreadable. Advised of chip malfunction. https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-2001418 Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufac https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1998499 Tue, 11 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT Steering system seems to become unhinged. Something in the steering system is not working properly. https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1992032 Thu, 16 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Rear view camera and speedometer How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Rear view camera restarts and flickers so seeing behind while in reverse is dangerous. The electrical component issues have bled over to the digital speedometer, making it difficult to see the speed at which you https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1992033 Thu, 16 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Rear view camera and speedometer How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Rear view camera restarts and flickers so seeing behind while in reverse is dangerous. The electrical component issues have bled over to the digital speedometer, making it difficult to see the speed at which you https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1992034 Thu, 16 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Rear view camera and speedometer How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Rear view camera restarts and flickers so seeing behind while in reverse is dangerous. The electrical component issues have bled over to the digital speedometer, making it difficult to see the speed at which you https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1990855 Sat, 11 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT The Mazda CX-30 2021 I purchased from Mastria Mazda in Raynham, Massachusetts has a steering problem that is a significant safety concern. The steering wheel has resistance that can most notably be felt at highway speeds (around 65 mph). When making small corrections to the steering wheel to stay in the lane the steering binds and then releases with further force ultimately resulting in overcorrec https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1984883 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-3. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and was unable to accelerate above 20 MPH. The low oil pressure warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the electrical wiring harness, finding that the harness appeared to suffer from normal wear and tear. The vehicle https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1983713 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was ma https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1982457 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2017 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufac https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1981921 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT My recent experience with the service at Putnam Mazda was extremely disappointing and frustrating. What should have been a routine visit turned into a distressing ordeal. My car suddenly died on the freeway without warning lights, prompting me to bring it in for servicing. Initially, I appreciated being offered a loaner car. However, subsequent communication regarding the repair was inadequate and https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1975774 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Heavy condensation is occurring inside the driver side headlamp. A quick google search shows this is a common problem among Mazda owners and Mazda will not cover the repair. I am unable to get a Massachusetts state inspection sticker due to this. https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1973815 Sat, 09 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Having the exact same issue as was outlined and allegedly repaired in the prior service bulletin 06-001/20. Obviously this bulletin only applies to vehicles up to model year 2020. I have checked the model number on the steering motor to determine that it is the "updated" design. Obviously, the issue has not been addressed properly by Mazda. https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1970242 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT THE HEADLIGHTS HAVE CONTAINED MOISTURE FOR THE LAST 4 YEARS, CAUSING DIFFUSED, DIMMED VISIBILITY AT NIGHT...VERY DANGEROUS. ALSO, CONCERNED THAT ELECTRICAL MAY BE AFFECTED EVENTUALLY.... Mazda still will not recall and repair?? on fixed income, to pricey for me to repair! https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1967001 Tue, 13 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT The infotainment center has a mind of its own. It's going berserk. Others have said that it is like a ghost is taking over control. When in park, or at a stop light, I have no control over the screen. It changes channels, or calls random people (If I have my phone connected via bluetooth.) This doesn't happen when in drive, above a certain speed. (Mazda has the infotainment set for the touchscree https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1965522 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that while in reverse (R), the back over prevention camera flickered. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1956832 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the rearview camera had failed to operate as needed https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1952735 Mon, 25 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT My Mazda CX3’s touchscreen started registering “ghost presses” without any input from me. This leads to the car scrolling through contacts and placing calls while driving. This almost caused an accident as I was scrambling to avoid the embarrassment of randomly dialing someone multiple times. Many others have also experienced the same issue with their Mazda infotainment systems. This should be a r https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3 https://plaincars.com/make/mazda-cx-3#complaint-1952736 Mon, 25 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT My Mazda CX3’s touchscreen started registering “ghost presses” without any input from me. This leads to the car scrolling through contacts and placing calls while driving. This almost caused an accident as I was scrambling to avoid the embarrassment of randomly dialing someone multiple times. Many others have also experienced the same issue with their Mazda infotainment systems. This should be a r