2024 Mazda MAZDA3 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Mazda MAZDA3.

3
recalls
12
owner complaints
2
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.

2024 Mazda MAZDA3 recalls

Air bags: air bag/restraint control module, software

NHTSA campaign 25V357000 · reported May 29, 2025 · Mazda North American Operations · 171,412 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
Air bags that do not deploy in the event of a crash increase the risk of injury.
The fix
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.

Lane departure: sensing system, camera · Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking · Exterior lighting: headlights

NHTSA campaign 24V649000 · reported September 3, 2024 · Mazda North American Operations · 672 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 Mazda 3, CX-30, and 2025 CX-50 vehicles. A malfunction in the forward sensing camera (FSC) may prevent the automatic emergency braking system and the lane-keep assist system from functioning. In addition, the headlights will not automatically adjust from high beams to low beams as intended.
The risk
Automatic braking, steering assist, and headlight control systems that do not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the forward sensing camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6824H.

Forward collision avoidance: sensing system, camera · Lane departure: sensing system, camera · Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 23V718000 · reported October 26, 2023 · Mazda North American Operations · 11,903 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and MAZDA3 vehicles. Due to a software error, the rearview, front, and/or side camera images may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
The risk
A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Dealers will update the view monitor control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6223J.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Aug 7, 2026 · Electrical system

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 found out it wasnt. I…

Jul 20, 2026 · Unknown or other

While driving on the highway (50mph), the sunroof had shattered unexpectedly. The sunroof itself was not open, but the visor was open so the glass fell into the car, onto the driver, the passenger and into the backseats. The glass shattering sounded like a gunshot which startled us while on the highway, and the broken…

Feb 19, 2026 · Power train

left-most lane of a three-lane highway, I pressed the accelerator to maintain the flow of traffic. The vehicle suddenly began revving between 4,000–5,000 RPM without increasing speed. When I attempted to accelerate again, the RPM remained around 3,000, and I immediately received multiple warning messages on the…

Jul 28, 2025 · Service brakes

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 known issue and that…

Jul 11, 2025 · Structure · crash reported

On July 1, 2025, I was involved in a severe rear-end collision while driving my 2024 Mazda3 manual hatchback. The impact was forceful enough to shatter the rear windshield, leave a deep dent in the tailgate, and bend the trailer hitch mount under the vehicle by several inches. Despite this, none of the airbags…

MAZDA3 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2021 15422
2022 02410
2023 01232
2024 31220
2025 1820
2026 0100

Across all years, the 2010 MAZDA3 has the most complaints (686). All Mazda MAZDA3 years →

Questions

Does the 2024 Mazda MAZDA3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2024 Mazda MAZDA3, the most recent reported on May 29, 2025 (Air bags: air bag/restraint control module, software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mazda MAZDA3?
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (5 complaints), followed by unknown or other (4).
How many 2024 Mazda MAZDA3 complaints mention a crash or fire?
2 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 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 7, 2026.