Mazda Mazda2 years to avoid
The Mazda Mazda2 years to avoid are 2011, 2013, 2014, 2012 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2021 is the cleanest year on record.
60
Total complaints
4
Recall campaigns
2011–2021
Years covered
4
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Mazda2 years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Open safety investigation | 17 | |
| 2013 | Open safety investigation | 15 | |
| 2014 | Open safety investigation | 15 | |
| 2012 | Open safety investigation | 13 |
Every Mazda2 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2020 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2019 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2014avoid | 15 | 1 | |
| 2013avoid | 15 | 1 | |
| 2012avoid | 13 | 0 | |
| 2011avoid | 17 | 1 |
Common questions
What are the worst Mazda Mazda2 years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Mazda2 years to avoid are 2011, 2013, 2014, 2012. The cleanest year on record is 2021.
What is the best year for the Mazda Mazda2?
By complaint volume, 2021 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Mazda2 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Mazda Mazda2 have?
Across all model years, the Mazda2 has 4 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 60 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through August 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated August 28, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.