2022 Mazda CX-30Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 33 owner complaints about the 2022 Mazda CX-30, most often about the engine. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 23V-275 the manufacturer reports only 95% of affected cars repaired.

2022 Mazda CX-30

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 19, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Chanokchon, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2022 Mazda CX-30 has problems

33 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine90
Electrical system62
Steering63
Forward collision avoidance51
Structure30
Service brakes32
Air bags32
Wheels20
Seat belts20
7 other systems81

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

1 recall

2022 Mazda CX-30 recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

95%repaired · 2025 Q1

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module

Recall 23V-275 · Apr 18, 2023 · 2,410 vehicles · 2,281 repaired

Risk. Reduced braking ability can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mazda.

Best & worst years

2022 vs. every other CX-30 year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the CX-30 median. How we score

'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2022 Mazda CX-30 safety ratings

2022 Mazda CX-30 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

★★★★★Overall rating
2022 Mazda CX-30 frontal crash test, NHTSA
Frontal crash★★★★★
2022 Mazda CX-30 side barrier test, NHTSA
Side barrier★★★★★
2022 Mazda CX-30 side pole test, NHTSA
Side pole★★★★★
  • Rollover: 4 stars (14.7% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Standard
  • Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words

What CX-30 owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

At around 26,528 miles my 2022 CX-30 2.5s (not the turbo) developed a "Low Oil Pressure" warning while driving between 55-65mph on 07/06/2025. The car has had regular oil and filter changes about every 5K miles. The last oil and filter change was at 25,259 mileage on 05/25/2025. There aren't any…
Complaint 11671440 · Jul 6, 2025
It has an oil consumption issue. Every 3,000-3,500 miles is will give the oil low light. It will be 1 quart low. The car takes 6 quarts of 5w30 synthetic oil and requires oil changes every 7,500-8,000 miles. I have had to put a quart in every time. I have taken it into the dealership and a third…
Complaint 11581293 · Apr 5, 2024
There have been 3 different ongoing issues. The car was ordered and delivered brand new in April 2022. At 4,000 miles and again at 12,000 mile is would display low oil and require 1 quart of oil. The dealership acknowledged that it has an oil consumption issue, unresolved. I have to bring it in…
Complaint 11526712 · Jun 12, 2023

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