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2025 Mazda CX-30 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2025 Mazda CX-30 sits mid-pack among CX-30 years: 48 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 48, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across electrical system (11), other (10), and driver assistance (9), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

48

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2025 compare to other CX-30 years?

CX-30 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted136 complaints2020: 47 complaints2021: 136 complaints2022: 51 complaints2023: 39 complaints2024: 43 complaints2025: 48 complaints
CX-30 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Mazda CX-30 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1123%
Other1021%
Driver Assistance919%
Visibility & Wipers36%
Fuel System36%
Tires & Wheels36%
Brakes36%
Speed Control24%
Steering24%
Engine12%
Seats12%

Does the 2025 Mazda CX-30 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V357000AirbagsMay 29, 2025 · 171,412 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Iactive sensor indicated there was a/n (obstruction) or something preventing iactive from working (i dont remember what it said)? I dont remember- but either way- i find it distracting. It could not be turned off and was flashing repeatedly- telling me to drive safely ironically making me feel like…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 3, 2025

“Had this Mazda CX30 as a rental car for about a week. Was pulling into the driveway, hit the brakes, and the vehicle took off full speed causing a crash. The engine was revving at max and the vehicle was accelerating as if the gas pedal was floored. No matter what pedal I hit the car just kept…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 16, 2025 · crash

“I have been having repeated issues with the doors not autolocking, liftgate functionality, rear seat sensor, and random (collision?) warnings/sensors - among other settings that keep coming undone (audio options, etc) since the purchase of this car that I have been diligently notating/timestamping-…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · January 29, 2026

“The contact owns a 2025 Mazda CX-30. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 2 mph into his garage, his right foot had slipped between the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal, and he was unable to get his foot out from under the pedals. The contact stated that the front end of his…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · January 26, 2026 · crash

“I have noticed over 30 things wrong with this car. Including but not limited to- the FIRST THINGS I mentioned to the dealership there seems to be apull to the right (suspension/alignment). The car randomly starts driving or feeling 'jerky" as if cruise control has taken over - 'phantom braking' is…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · December 4, 2025

2025 Mazda CX-30 — common questions

Is the 2025 Mazda CX-30 reliable?

It is close to typical for the CX-30: 48 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2025 CX-30 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (11 complaints), other (10 complaints), driver assistance (9 complaints).

Does the 2025 Mazda CX-30 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2025 Mazda CX-30. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mazda CX-30 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the CX-30 years to avoid are 2021. The cleanest record among CX-30 years belongs to 2023.

How safe is the 2025 Mazda CX-30?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2025 Mazda CX-30 earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.