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.
2025 Mazda CX-30Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 26 owner complaints about the 2025 Mazda CX-30, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 25V-357 the manufacturer reports only 86% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 7, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Mazda CX-30 has problems
26 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
12Electrical system
3Visibility/wiper
3Forward collision avoidance
3Fuel/propulsion system
3Lane departure
2Wheels
2Engine
2Service brakes, hydraulic
2Steering
65 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 12 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| 5 other systems | 6 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2025 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.
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
2025 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
2025 Mazda CX-30 safety ratings
2025 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 electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I am writing regarding my 2025 Mazda CX-30, purchased brand new with 0 miles on [XXX]. The vehicle currently has 22,000 miles. I am extremely concerned about the reliability and, most importantly, the SAFETY of this vehicle. August 29, 2025: I brought the vehicle to the dealership after receiving a…
2025 Mazda CX-30 experienced a sudden complete loss of power while driving at highway speed with no prior warning lights or indications of malfunction. Immediately before shutdown, steering became extremely stiff due to loss of power steering assist. Vehicle was steered towards the shoulder during…
The vehicle has major electrical issues. The ABS and all over driver safety options would shut off for days at a time. I had purchased this cx30 as new on January 02, 2026. It totally died and wouldn't start on February 03, 2026. It had to ve towed by mazda roadside assistance to Towne Mazda dealer…
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Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.