Mazda MAZDA3 Recalls (2021, 2024, 2025)
Every recall for model year 2021 and newer · Safety warnings · California lemon law
The 2021, 2024, 2025 Mazda MAZDA3 has 4 recall campaigns for model year 2021 and newer, 0 with a do-not-drive warning, 0 with a park-outside fire warning, and 0 where NHTSA’s filing shows an interim notice or no final fix. Most involve driver assistance (2), air bags (1), suspension, wheels and tires (1). Check your VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup, and if your MAZDA3 keeps going back to the dealer for the same problem, it may qualify under California’s lemon law.
What recalls does the Mazda MAZDA3 have?
- 2024-2025 Mazda MAZDA3 Air Bag Control Module Software Recall (25V357)
May 29, 2025 · 171,412 vehicles · Air BagsThe 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.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the SAS unit with improved software or replace the unit, free of charge.
- 2024 Mazda CX-30 Backup Camera Recall (24V649)
September 3, 2024 · 672 vehicles · Driver AssistanceA 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.
Risk: Automatic braking, steering assist, and headlight control systems that do not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the forward sensing camera as necessary, free of charge.
- 2024 Mazda CX-90 Backup Camera Recall (23V718)
October 26, 2023 · 11,903 vehicles · Driver AssistanceDue 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."
Risk: A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will update the view monitor control module software, free of charge.
- 2021 Mazda MAZDA3 Tire Valve Recall (21V101)
February 22, 2021 · 599 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and TiresAir may suddenly leak from the tire air valve.
Risk: A sudden air leak from the tire air valve may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four tire air valves with new parts, free of charge.
Which MAZDA3 parts are recalled most?
| Recall area | Campaigns | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Assistance | 2 | 12,575 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 171,412 |
| Suspension, Wheels and Tires | 1 | 599 |
Which MAZDA3 model years have the most recalls?
| Model year | Recalls | Campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 21V101000 (suspension, wheels and tires) |
| 2024 | 3 | 25V357000 (air bags), 24V649000 (driver assistance), 23V718000 (driver assistance) |
| 2025 | 1 | 25V357000 (air bags) |
How do I check my MAZDA3 for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 4 Mazda MAZDA3 campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Mazda dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.
What are MAZDA3 owners reporting?
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.
| Model year | Complaints | Most reported components |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 52 | Engine (19), Unknown Or Other (7), Electrical System (6) |
| 2024 | 12 | Electrical System (5), Unknown Or Other (4), Structure:Body (2) |
| 2025 | 8 | Unknown Or Other (2), Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking (2), Wheels (1) |
Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):
The thermostat malfunctioned on this vehicle, resulting in the thermostat remaining open and providing excess coolant to the engine, which in turn damaged internal components of the engine (compromises safety), decreased fuel economy, increased emissions (compromised safety), and decreased the life of the engine within the vehicle. It is available for inspection upon request.
2021 MAZDA MAZDA3 owner, Engine, NHTSA complaint 11644041
The driver window, upon attempted to be let up, will start to go up then go all the way down, ignoring the function to go up. This is a safety concern, as harsh temperatures and foreign objects are able to enter the vehicle cabin at any time, including driving.
2021 MAZDA MAZDA3 owner, Unknown Or Other, NHTSA complaint 11644043
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.
2024 MAZDA MAZDA3 owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11676800
Can a recall make your MAZDA3 a lemon in California?
Owners of a Mazda MAZDA3 often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Most are single-repair campaigns, but repeat visits for any covered defect still count.
Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.
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Frequently asked questions about Mazda MAZDA3 recalls
How many recalls does the Mazda MAZDA3 have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for 2021 and newer Mazda MAZDA3 vehicles as of October 1, 2026. The newest is 25V357000, filed May 29, 2025.
How do I check my Mazda MAZDA3 for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any authorized dealer to run it. Not every vehicle of a model year is included in each recall.
Are recall repairs free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. Ask the dealer to confirm before work begins.
Can I get a buyback for my Mazda MAZDA3?
Possibly, if a covered defect was not fixed in a reasonable number of attempts or the vehicle spent a long time out of service. A recall alone is not enough, but repeat repairs or a failed recall fix can support a claim.
Sources
- NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA recall and complaint data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.22
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