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2025 Mazda CX-30 problems

The most common problem on the 2025 Mazda CX-30 is electrical system. It has fewer complaints than a typical CX-30 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
26
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
155
Worst area
Electrical
Fuel economy
25-29mpg

The worst 2025 Mazda CX-30 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    12
  • Driver assistance
    5
  • Brakes
    3
  • Fuel system
    3
  • Visibility
    3

Problems by type

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  • Electrical
    12
  • Driver assistance
    5
  • Brakes
    3
  • Fuel system
    3
  • Visibility
    3
  • Acceleration
    2
  • Engine
    2
  • Steering
    2
  • Wheels
    2
  • Seats
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Recalls 1

Air bags: air bag/restraint control module: softwareReported May 29, 2025 · 171,412 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mazda3 and CX30 vehicles. The Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) units may set an error code and deactivate the air bags, due to a low battery condition.
Risk
Air bags that do not deploy in the event of a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the SAS unit with improved software or replace the unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2025. Mazda's number for this recall is 7525E.

Recall number 25V357000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 2025 Mazda CX-30

Technical service bulletins for the 2025 Mazda CX-30 155

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 155 bulletins for the 2025 Mazda CX-30

2025 Mazda CX-30 fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.5L 4‑cyl4WD22-2630-3325-29

What 2025 Mazda CX-30 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 7, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · FL

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 recall notice. My service slip states only “performed Software update,” with no details regarding the recall. Refers something about the engine being left on over 2 hours will loose power. Mileage was 9,650. [XXX]: The check engine light came on. I was told the vehicle was leaking oil and that it was not a major concern per a 20+year old technician. The dealership replaced the REP Tensioner Belt. [XXX]: While driving on [XXX] on my way to [XXX], my vehicle SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND DIED WHILE I WAS DRIVING. This was an EXTREMELY SERIOUS AND POTENTIALLY LIFE-THREATENING SAFETY INCIDENT. Thankfully, I had not yet entered [XXX] and was not hit by another vehicle. Had my vehicle suddenly died after entering [XXX], I truly believe the outcome could have been catastrophic or fatal. I DO NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING THIS VEHICLE! I cannot trust a vehicle that unexpectedly loses power and dies while being operated. This incident has completely destroyed my confidence in the safety and reliability of my Mazda. I am formally requesting that Mazda immediately open and begin the Florida Lemon Law/warranty process, thoroughly investigate the cause of this dangerous loss of power, and provide me with a written explanation of what caused the vehicle to die and whether it is safe to operate. Please treat this as an URGENT SAFETY CONCERN and provide an immediate response. Thank you. [XXX] "[XXX]" Livingston INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jun 29, 2026 · Visibility · CO

The wiper settings cannot be adjusted every speed is high- (meaning, the wipers always go super fast) unless, its on auto. I dont alwaus want to use auto. My dealership tech now has "refused" to work with me anymore- or has encouraged me to find another dealership bc of all the random little things ive brought up aboht the car. Seems to frustrate him. Just 2 days ago- the car started leaking water thru the top of the liftgate when going through the car wash. (I do opt for touchless- btw)

Filed May 27, 2026 · Brakes, Electrical · NY

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 highway speed of 65mph and was electrically inoperable while rolling, this includes the loss of hazards, power steering and electronic brake lock engagement.

Filed Apr 7, 2026 · Driver assistance · MA

On multiple occasions while driving in rain/snow/ice, the vehicle will initially throw an "i-ACTIVESENSE Partially Disabled Due to Camera Malfunction" error. This initially disables adaptive cruise control, lane keeping, blind spot detection, etc. This error immediately then cascades to throw a "Dynamic Stability Control Malfunction" error as well as an "ABS Malfunction" error, suggesting that both dynamic stability control and ABS are disabled. This issue has occurred roughly 50% of the time it rains/snows, and usually persists for 1-2 days even after fully clearing the windshield where the front camera system is located. This has caused me to have to drive the vehicle several times now in the rain and snow without ABS and dynamic stability control active -- this is a serious safety issue. It is understandable for a front camera malfunction to disable sensing features (like lane keeping), but this should not disable necessary safety features such as ABS and stability control. It is clear that there is a cascading sensor malfunction in this vehicle (possibly related to an earlier similar recall in 2024 models), that causes serious safety concerns.

Filed Mar 12, 2026 · Driver assistance, Electrical · NY

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 in Orchard Park NY. It is now March 12, 2026 and the dealer has had my vehicle for over a month. They put a new wiring harness in it ans other components. Very frustrating.

Filed Mar 10, 2026 · CA

While driving on the highway our sunroof exploded with no impact. The glass blew up outwards causing a loud gunshot like sound. We had the sunroof closed (not in use) and there were no vehicles around us for any asphalt or rocks to cause impact.

Filed Feb 11, 2026 · Electrical · GA

The contact owns a 2025 Mazda CX-30. The contact stated that the key fob had a slight dent, and after dropping the key fob, the key fob fractured into several pieces. The contact was unable to lock and unlock the vehicle using the key fob. The dealer was contacted and informed of the failure. The dealer advised the contact to purchase a new key fob. The key fob was not replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact’s spouse's key fob had a similar failure, even though there was no dent in the key fob before the failure. The contact saw many online forums with the same defect. The manufacturer referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Feb 5, 2026 · Acceleration, Brakes · 700 miles · NY · crash

The contact owns a 2025 Mazda CX-30. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 2 mph into his garage, his right foot had slipped between the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal, and he was unable to get his foot out from under the pedals. The contact stated that the front end of his vehicle crashed into his garage wall. The contact stated that there was some damage to the front grill and the hood of the vehicle. The contact stated that he had not taken the vehicle to a dealer or collision shop. The contact had called the manufacturer and was advised that there was no action that could be taken to adjust the distance separating the brake pedal from the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that his foot had been trapped on two other occasions. The failure mileage was approximately 700.

Filed Jan 29, 2026 · Wheels · CO

The tire pressure has also been varying quite a bit with inconsistent levels across all tires since purchase over the past 3 months.

Filed Jan 29, 2026 · Driver assistance, Electrical · CO

I have been having repeated issues with the doors not autolocking, liftgate functionality, rear seat sensor, and random (collision?) warnings/sensors - among other settings that keep coming undone (audio options, etc) since the purchase of this car that I have been diligently notating/timestamping- i have close to 200 occurences so far. Just submitting another report to let you know it is STILL happening and IS NOT user error.

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Questions about the 2025 Mazda CX-30

Is the 2025 Mazda CX-30 reliable?

Owners have filed 26 complaints about the 2025 Mazda CX-30, fewer than a typical CX-30 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Mazda CX-30?

Electrical system, with 12 complaints. Next is driver assistance (5).

How many recalls does the 2025 Mazda CX-30 have?

1 recall, covering air bags.

What year does the Mazda CX-30 have the most electrical problems?

The Mazda CX-30 model years with the most electrical complaints are 2021 (14 complaints), 2025 (12 complaints) and 2024 (10 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2025 Mazda CX-30 get?

Official estimates for the 2025 Mazda CX-30 range from 25 to 29 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl, 4WD) gets 22-26 city and 30-33 highway.

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