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, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Mazda CX-30 Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 94 complaints
13 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 126
3 recalls · 31 complaints
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 40
2 recalls · 23 complaints
3 reported injuries
Top issue: LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Problem score: 35
Best Mazda CX-30 Years to Buy
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 0
1 recall · 22 complaints
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 25
1 recall · 20 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 27
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Mazda CX-30 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 22 | 25 | Good |
| 2024 | 2 | 23 | 35 | Good |
| 2023 | 1 | 20 | 27 | Good |
| 2022 | 1 | 27 | 32 | Good |
| 2021 | 2 | 94 | 126 | Avoid |
| 2020 | 3 | 31 | 40 | Good |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
Mazda CX-30 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent CX-30 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. 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 2 recalls, 94 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is ENGINE. The overall problem score is 126 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year CX-30 to buy?+
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 0. It has only 0 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which CX-30 has the fewest problems?+
The 2026, 2025, 2023 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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