Mazda CX-3 years to avoid
No model year of the Mazda CX-3 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Mazda CX-3 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Mazda CX-3 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Mazda CX-3 problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical26
- Fuel system20
- Driver assistance19
- Lights10
- Engine10
- Steering9
- Visibility8
- Brakes7
- Acceleration6
- Body5
- Airbags5
- Wheels3
Mazda CX-3 problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 88 | 4 | Steering | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | 95 | 1 | Airbags | 1 | 1 | ||
| 2019 | 39 | 27 | Electrical | 12,500 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2018 | 75 | 10 | Driver assistance | 1 | 1 | ||
| 2017 | 48 | 21 | Fuel system | 40,450 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2016 | 16 | 48 | Electrical | 20,000 | 3 | 4 | |
| 2014 | 90 | 3 | Body | 0 | 0 |
Recalls 4
Mazda CX-3 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
- Subject: TSB 01-001/26 Warranty and Parts Kit Update INCLUDES: Warranty Extension Program
- SSPD8
- CSP13 - customer service program - mazda connect infotainment system limited warranty extension
- CSP13 - customer service program - mazda connect infotainment system limited warranty extension.
- SSPD8
- Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to conduct a Special Service Program (SSP) to extend the warranty...
- Customer service program CSP12 - denso low-pressure fuel pump customer service program warranty extension
- On certain subject vehicles, the check engine light is illuminated with diagnostic trouble code (DTC)...
- Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to conduct a Special Service Program (SSP) to extend the warranty...
Questions about the Mazda CX-3
What years of the Mazda CX-3 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Mazda CX-3 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Mazda CX-3?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Mazda CX-3?
Electrical, with 26 complaints across all years, followed by fuel system (20) and driver assistance (19).
How many recalls does the Mazda CX-3 have?
4 recalls between 2014 and 2021. The 2016 model year has the most, with 3.
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