Mazda CX-30 years to avoid
The Mazda CX-30 years to avoid are 2021 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2023 is the cleanest year on record.
364
Total complaints
7
Recall campaigns
2020–2025
Years covered
1
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
CX-30 years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | High complaint rate | 136 |
Every CX-30 year
Common questions
What are the worst Mazda CX-30 years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the CX-30 years to avoid are 2021. The cleanest year on record is 2023.
What is the best year for the Mazda CX-30?
By complaint volume, 2023 has the cleanest NHTSA record among CX-30 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Mazda CX-30 have?
Across all model years, the CX-30 has 7 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 364 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.