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 MAZDA3Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 12 owner complaints about the 2024 Mazda MAZDA3, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 3 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 August 7, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Mazda MAZDA3 has problems
12 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Structure1 crash/fire/injury
2Lane departure2 crash/fire/injury
2Forward collision avoidance
1Air bags
1Visibility/wiper
1Power train
1Service brakes
1Tires
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 | 1 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2024 Mazda MAZDA3 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.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
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 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
'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2024 Mazda MAZDA3 safety ratings
2024 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
In owners' words
What MAZDA3 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I was denied work on a network issue recall 3 separate times at the dealership I bought the car. The first time I was told it was because of a smell. If I clean the car, they will fix it. I noticed after they were in the car my backup camera didn’t work which I also thought might be a recall but…
Car gives me emergency brake warnings about imminent collision maybe once or twice a week with nothing in front of me what so ever and once even straight up just brought me to a complete halt in the middle of the road with absolutely nothing in the road. The dealership basically told me it was a…
My Mazda3, odometer reading about 3000 miles, would not start. I have been driving normally daily, do not leave lights on or any other equipment connected when the car is off. I have not had any warning lights displayed other than startup. Monday I drove to my local CT. golf course, 20 miles from…
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