Mazda CX-30 2025 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Mazda CX-30 2025 and 26 complaints filed by owners. It has 27% fewer complaints than the average Mazda CX-30 from 2016–2025 (36 per year).

These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.

Recalls issued for the Mazda CX-30 2025

Air bags
NHTSA campaign 25V357000 · 2025-05-29

What happens

Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mazda3 and CX30 vehicles. The Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) units may set an error code and deactivate the air bags, due to a low battery condition.

Consequence

Air bags that do not deploy in the event of a crash increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will reprogram the SAS unit with improved software or replace the unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2025. Mazda's number for this recall is 7525E.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 25V357000

Complaints from other owners

26 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

2 with a crash

Most reported problems on the Mazda CX-30 2025

• Electrical system: 12 (46% of complaints)
• Wipers: 3 (12% of complaints)
• Forward collision avoidance: 3 (12% of complaints)
• Lane departure assist: 3 (12% of complaints)
• Fuel and propulsion: 3 (12% of complaints)

Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.

What to check before buying a Mazda CX-30 2025

• Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
• Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
• Test every wiper speed and the washer.
• Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

Mazda CX-30 recalls by year

• 2016 : 3 recalls · 48 complaints
• 2017 : 1 recall · 21 complaints
• 2018 : 1 recall · 10 complaints
• 2019 : 2 recalls · 27 complaints
• 2020 : 3 recalls · 34 complaints
• 2021 : 2 recalls · 101 complaints
• 2022 : 1 recall · 33 complaints
• 2023 : 1 recall · 25 complaints
• 2024 : 2 recalls · 33 complaints
• 2025 : 1 recall · 26 complaints

Guides for this check

• What is a car recall and how to get it fixed for free
• Pre-purchase inspection for a used car: what to check
• Questions to ask the seller of a used car

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Mazda CX-30 2025 have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Mazda CX-30 2025. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.

What is the most common problem with the Mazda CX-30 2025?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: electrical system (12 of 26 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.