2021 Mazda MAZDA3 recalls and problems

The 2021 Mazda MAZDA3 has 1 recall and 55 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

How the 2021 compares

Low

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Low complaint count among 23 MAZDA3 model years — 17th most.

1recalls

55complaints

2crashes

2fires

1injuries

2,509median 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.

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1 recall

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Engine19

Electrical System7

Forward Collision Avoidance7

Unknown or other7

Lane Departure3

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

Complaints by year filed

2021 vs. other Mazda MAZDA3 years

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

Questions

Does the 2021 Mazda MAZDA3 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2021 Mazda MAZDA3, 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 MAZDA3?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (19), electrical system (7), forward collision avoidance (7). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.