Mazda Mazda3 2024 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Mazda Mazda3 2024 and 12 complaints filed by owners. It has 77% fewer complaints than the average Mazda Mazda3 from 2016–2025 (51 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 Mazda3 2024

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

Lane departure assist
NHTSA campaign 24V649000 · 2024-09-03

What happens

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 Mazda 3, CX-30, and 2025 CX-50 vehicles. A malfunction in the forward sensing camera (FSC) may prevent the automatic emergency braking system and the lane-keep assist system from functioning. In addition, the headlights will not automatically adjust from high beams to low beams as intended.

Consequence

Automatic braking, steering assist, and headlight control systems that do not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the forward sensing camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6824H.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 24V649000

Backup camera and sensors
NHTSA campaign 23V718000 · 2023-10-26

What happens

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and MAZDA3 vehicles. Due to a software error, the rearview, front, and/or side camera images may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will update the view monitor control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6223J.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 23V718000

Complaints from other owners

12 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

2 with a crash · 1 injury

Most reported problems on the Mazda Mazda3 2024

• Electrical system: 5 (42% of complaints)
• Forward collision avoidance: 2 (17% of complaints)
• Structure and body: 2 (17% of complaints)
• Lane departure assist: 2 (17% of complaints)
• Powertrain and transmission: 1 (8% 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 Mazda3 2024

• 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.
• Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
• Look for frame rust, welds or uneven paint that point to accidents.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

Mazda Mazda3 recalls by year

• 2016 : 6 recalls · 103 complaints
• 2017 : 2 recalls · 84 complaints
• 2018 : 4 recalls · 109 complaints
• 2019 : 6 recalls · 74 complaints
• 2020 : 2 recalls · 32 complaints
• 2021 : 1 recall · 54 complaints
• 2022 : 0 recalls · 24 complaints
• 2023 : 0 recalls · 12 complaints
• 2024 : 3 recalls · 12 complaints
• 2025 : 1 recall · 8 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 Mazda3 2024 have?

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Mazda Mazda3 2024. 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 Mazda3 2024?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: electrical system (5 of 12 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.