2023 Mazda MAZDA3Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 12 owner complaints about the 2023 Mazda MAZDA3, most often about the electrical system. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 13, 2026. Updated daily.
Where the 2023 Mazda MAZDA3 has problems
12 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 3 | 3 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2023 Mazda MAZDA3 recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
2023 vs. every other MAZDA3 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 MAZDA3 median. How we score
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- Caution
- Solid
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- Not rated
2023 Mazda MAZDA3 safety ratings
2023 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 5 stars (10.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
What MAZDA3 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On 14th, 2026, while traveling at approximately 60 mph on the northbound 55 Freeway near the Katella exit, my vehicle suddenly began to shake violently without any prior warning. In response, I attempted to slow down by applying the brakes; however, the speedometer rapidly increased even as I…
I was driving on the highway and decided to switch int the left lane so I sped up and heard a big bang and what sounded like my bumper being dragged against the ground. I see on my dashboard that there’s an electrical and engine malfunction so I pullover and pop the hood. A bunch of smoke comes out…
Automatic emergency braking suddenly engaged while driving on the highway. The car decelerated abruptly to a complete stop, causing the driver behind to rear-end me. There were no vehicles or obstacles in front of the car when the brakes engaged - the closest car was at least 100 feet in front of…
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