Mazda CX-30 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Mazda CX-30 model year (2020–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Mazda CX-30 Years to Avoid
1 recall · 64 complaints
4 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 75
1 recall · 21 complaints
8 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 40
1 recall · 25 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 34
Best Mazda CX-30 Years to Buy
1 recall · 24 complaints
Main area: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Problem score: 27
1 recall · 24 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 27
2 recalls · 23 complaints
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 29
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Mazda CX-30 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 24 | — | — | 27 | Caution |
| 2024 | 1 | 21 | 8 | — | 40 | Caution |
| 2023 | 1 | 24 | — | — | 27 | Caution |
| 2022 | 1 | 25 | 3 | — | 34 | Caution |
| 2021 | 1 | 64 | 4 | — | 75 | Avoid |
| 2020 | 2 | 23 | — | — | 29 | Caution |
All 7 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Mazda CX-30 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent CX-30 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year CX-30 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2021 Mazda CX-30 if possible. It has 1 recall, 64 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 75 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year CX-30 to buy?+
The 2023 Mazda CX-30 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 27. It has only 1 recall and 24 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which CX-30 has the fewest problems?+
The 2023, 2025, 2020 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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