2021 Mazda CX-30 recalls and problems

The 2021 Mazda CX-30 has 2 recalls and 101 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

How the 2021 compares

Highest

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Highest complaint count among 7 CX-30 model years — the most of any year.

2recalls

101complaints

10crashes

0fires

13injuries

5,078median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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2 recalls

Tires

Feb 22, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V101000 · 599 vehicles

Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2021 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles. Air may suddenly leak from the tire air valve.

Risk: A sudden air leak from the tire air valve may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four tire air valves with new parts, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4721B.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Structure

Feb 18, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V086000 · 13,857 vehicles

Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CX-30 vehicles. When fully opened, the power liftgate may partially lower unexpectedly when the vehicle is parked facing uphill on a slope.

Risk: If the power liftgate unexpectedly lowers while a person is accessing the rear storage area of the vehicle, it can increase their risk of injury.

Remedy & notes

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power liftgate control module software and inspect the serial number of the power liftgate drive unit, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4621B.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Engine49

Electrical System14

Forward Collision Avoidance12

Visibility11

Unknown or other10

Power Train8

Service Brakes8

Vehicle Speed Control8

Air Bags3

Fuel System3

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2021 vs. other Mazda CX-30 years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2021. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2021 Mazda CX-30 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2021 Mazda CX-30, the latest from Feb 22, 2021 (tires). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mazda CX-30?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (49), electrical system (14), forward collision avoidance (12). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.