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Mazda CX-30 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every CX-30 from 2020 to 2026: 254 owner complaints and 10 recalls across 7 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2021 (101), 2020 (34), 2022 (33). Best fuel economy: 29 mpg combined (2025).

Mazda CX-30
Photo: M Raisfath · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine68
Other / unknown49
Electrical47
Forward collision avoidance36
Brakes29
Transmission & drivetrain20
Visibility/Wiper18
Speed control / throttle16

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
202033428
2021210128
202213326
202312529
202423129
202512629
20260427

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Mazda CX-30?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2021 (101), 2020 (34), 2022 (33).

How many recalls has the Mazda CX-30 had?

Across 2020–2026, NHTSA lists 10 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).