repaired · 2026 Q3
Air bag/restraint control module: software
Risk. Air bags that do not deploy in the event of a crash increase the risk of injury.
2024 Mazda CX-30Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 35 owner complaints about the 2024 Mazda CX-30, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-357 the manufacturer reports only 86% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Mazda CX-30 has problems
35 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
11Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
10Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
8Air bags3 crash/fire/injury
6Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
4Lane departure
3Power train
2Seats
2Structure
1Service brakes, hydraulic
55 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 11 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 1 |
| Air bags | 8 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 1 |
| 5 other systems | 5 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2024 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.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. Automatic braking, steering assist, and headlight control systems that do not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
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
2024 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
2024 Mazda CX-30 safety ratings
2024 Mazda CX-30 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
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 forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2024 Mazda CX-30. While driving 30 MPH, the vehicle experienced unintended braking. During the failure, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted to first gear with a red circular warning light illuminated on the instrument panel with an audible chime. The contact stated that the…
Since purchasing the vehicle, the braking system has activated on its own for no reason. Today, Oct 19, 2026, it was cold and it said the system was failing. My camera system fails when it rains. My 2024 Mazda CX-30 has 62,000 miles and is experiencing the exact catastrophic phantom braking and…
What is happening with my car are the exact symptoms of the known Mazda Recall 6824H - where the Smart Brake Support suddenly engages for no reason and when it does not need to - which has almost caused me to be rear-ended a few times. This has happened at least 7-8 times since I have owned the…
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