2020 Mazda MAZDA3 recalls and problems

The 2020 Mazda MAZDA3 has 2 recalls and 32 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is forward collision avoidance.

Pictured: a 2021 model; the 2020 may differ in details. Photo: 2021 Mazda Mazda3 by DieselFordMondeo, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

How the 2020 compares

Low

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Low complaint count among 23 MAZDA3 model years — 18th most.

2recalls

32complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

2,000median miles

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

Does your car have an open recall?
Recalls apply to specific vehicles. Only a VIN lookup on NHTSA's official site shows whether yours is affected and still unrepaired.

Check your VIN →

2 recalls

Service Brakes

Jun 12, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V346000 · 24,037 vehicles

Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020 CX-30 and Mazda3 vehicles. The front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly allowing the calipers to loosen.

Risk: Loose brake calipers can reduce braking performance or interfere with wheel rotation, affecting vehicle handling. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary. If bolts are missing, the affected brake caliper will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4420F.

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.

Forward Collision Avoidance

Dec 19, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V907000 · 35,390 vehicles

Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mazda3 vehicles. The Smart Brake System (SBS) can falsely detect an obstacle while driving, activating the automatic emergency braking system and suddenly stopping the vehicle.

Risk: Stopping the vehicle unexpectedly increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the SBS software. In addition, vehicles with certain production dates will receive an instrument cluster software update or replacement and a replacement owner's manual. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4219L.

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

Forward Collision Avoidance15

Unknown or other3

Lane Departure2

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

Complaints by year filed

2020 vs. other Mazda MAZDA3 years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2020. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2020 Mazda MAZDA3 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2020 Mazda MAZDA3, the latest from Jun 12, 2020 (service brakes). 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 2020 Mazda MAZDA3?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention forward collision avoidance (15), electrical system (3), service brakes (3). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.