Mazda CX-30 Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
Own a Mazda CX-30? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Mazda CX-30 — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Best | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2025 | 1 | 22 | 0 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Full report → |
| 2024 | 2 | 23 | 3 | LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | Full report → |
| 2023 | 1 | 20 | 2 | AIR BAGS | Full report → |
| 2022 | 1 | 27 | 1 | ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2021Worst | 2 | 94 | 13 | ENGINE | Full report → |
Most Common CX-30 Problems
Based on 186 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
CX-30 Years to Avoid
Best CX-30 Years to Buy
Years with the fewest combined complaints and recalls in recent data.
Mazda CX-30 Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Mazda CX-30 Reliability
What year CX-30 has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2021 Mazda CX-30 had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 94 complaints and 2 safety recalls. See the full 2021 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Mazda CX-30 reliable?
The Mazda CX-30 has accumulated 186 owner-filed complaints and 7 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2026 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used CX-30.
What are the most common CX-30 problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Mazda CX-30 across recent model years are: ENGINE (42 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (15 reports), VISIBILITY/WIPER (11 reports), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (9 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my CX-30 has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Mazda CX-30 using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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