Does the 2019 Mazda CX-3 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Mazda CX-3, the most recent reported on July 14, 2023 (Back over prevention: sensing system, camera). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mazda CX-3?

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (9 complaints), followed by steering (5).

How many 2019 Mazda CX-3 complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 27 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2019 Mazda CX-3 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 27 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Mazda CX-3.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2019 Mazda CX-3 recalls

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 23V487000 · reported July 14, 2023 · Mazda North American Operations · 236,100 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
The risk: A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 21V875000 · reported November 12, 2021 · Mazda North American Operations · 121,038 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
The risk: Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system9
Steering5
Unknown or other4
Air bags2
Fuel system, gasoline2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Visibility/wiper2
Back over prevention1
Electronic stability control (ESC)1
Engine1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 10, 2026 · Air bags
Ok so the front seat passenger side i put my phone it think there a person there and it dings constantly until I plug seatbelt it annoying I dont want to hear that all the time madza know about it they won't help unless there a recall

Aug 13, 2025 · Unknown or other
UNKNOWN

Dec 17, 2024 · Electrical system
So the sport mode on cx3 have not bracket under the sport mode and if try to activeit the sport mode whole switch goes down you cant active with grabbing it will fall out of socket

Oct 28, 2024 · Air bags · 21,000 miles
The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-3. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The contact stated that occasionally the air bag warning light flashed off and on. Additionally, the rear hatch door failed to open as needed. The cause of the failures has not yet…

Jul 29, 2024 · Electrical system
A recall notice dated July 14, 2023 stated improper design of rearview camera wiring harness fastener. The fastener may become damaged from vibrations during normal vehicle use and/or while closing the lift gate. I have been told by the dealership that they do not have the parts to remedy the issue and don't know when…

CX-3 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2016	3	48	4
2017	1	21	2
2018	1	10	1
2019	2	27	1
2020	1	1	1
2021	1	4	0

Across all years, the 2016 CX-3 has the most complaints (48). All Mazda CX-3 years →

Questions

Does the 2019 Mazda CX-3 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Mazda CX-3, the most recent reported on July 14, 2023 (Back over prevention: sensing system, camera). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mazda CX-3?: Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (9 complaints), followed by steering (5).
How many 2019 Mazda CX-3 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 27 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 10, 2026.