2024 Mazda MAZDA3 recalls

3 safety recalls, 12 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

3Recalls
12Complaints
2Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2024 Mazda MAZDA3 recall list

Air Bags recall

25V-357
May 29, 2025 · Mazda North American Operations
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.
Safety 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.

Lane Departure recall

24V-649
September 3, 2024 · Mazda North American Operations
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.
Safety risk
Automatic braking, steering assist, and headlight control systems that do not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Back Over Prevention recall

23V-718
October 26, 2023 · Mazda North American Operations
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."
Safety risk
A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
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.

2024 Mazda MAZDA3 owner complaints

12 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Electrical System5
Unknown or Other4
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Structure2
Lane Departure2
Power Train1
Service Brakes1
Air Bags1
Visibility1
Tires1

Recent complaints

August 7, 2026Electrical SystemUnknown or Other

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 went ahead and cleaned it twice. I came back they alleged it smelled like cat litter and urine. I asked to speak to someone else because there was nothing in my car and I know it didn’t. There were also no stains, mold, anything like that. It smelled of cleaning products. But I took it home and scrubbed extensively even though I was confused by the comment. When I went there it

July 20, 2026Unknown 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 glass cut the driver.

February 19, 2026Power TrainForward Collision Avoidance

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 dashboard, including: “Skyactiv Partially Disabled” warning Engine Malfunction warning ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) warning light Simultaneously, the vehicle rapidly decelerated from 65 MPH to approximately 55 MPH, creating an extremely hazardous situation and nearly resulting in a collision. I had to carefully maneuver across lanes to reach the shoulder. After shutting the vehi

July 28, 2025Electrical SystemService BrakesForward Collision Avoidance

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 “some models are more sensitive than others” and that they will be doing nothing about it. Different models of Mazda 3s from the same year are currently being investigated for the same recalls. This definitely needs to be addressed before I get into an accident.

July 11, 2025Air BagsStructureLane DepartureCrash1 injury

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 deployed, and there were no airbag warning lights before or after the crash. After the incident, I checked my vehicle’s VIN on NHTSA’s recall lookup tool and discovered that Recall 7525E had been issued on June 6, 2025, for a critical airbag sensing system defect (SAS module), which can disable airbag deployment after battery depletion or improper power conditions. According to Mazda a

2024 Mazda MAZDA3 crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2024 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2024 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2024 Mazda Mazda3 4 DR AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2024 Mazda Mazda3 4 DR FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2024 Mazda MAZDA3: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 10.1%.

2024 Mazda MAZDA3 recall FAQ

Does the 2024 Mazda MAZDA3 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2024 Mazda MAZDA3. The most recent, filed May 29, 2025, concerns the air bags.

What are the most common 2024 Mazda MAZDA3 problems?

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is electrical system (5 reports), followed by unknown or other.

Is the 2024 Mazda MAZDA3 safe?

The 2024 Mazda MAZDA3 earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2024 Mazda MAZDA3?

Contact any authorized Mazda dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.