2020 Mazda CX-3

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2020 Mazda CX-3
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:03:14.512Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
1

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2020

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2014: 3 complaints 2014 2016: 48 complaints 2016 2017: 21 complaints 2017 2018: 10 complaints 2018 2019: 27 complaints 2019 2020: 1 complaint 2020 1 2021: 4 complaints 2021
2014: 3 complaints 2014 2016: 48 complaints 2016 2017: 21 complaints 2017 2018: 10 complaints 2018 2019: 27 complaints 2019 2020: 1 complaint 2020 1 2021: 4 complaints 2021
2014: 3 complaints 2014 2016: 48 complaints 2016 2017: 21 complaints 2017 2018: 10 complaints 2018 2019: 27 complaints 2019 2020: 1 complaint 2020 1 2021: 4 complaints 2021

2020: 1 complaint

View as data table
YearComplaints
20143
201648
201721
201810
201927
20201
20214

Known problem areas

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

1 of 1 total report mentions: air bags.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

On 1/22/21, I was driving for Lyft. I had a passenger in this car and I was giving her a ride home. I had a seizure towards the end of the ride, and was completely amnesiac to the crash that occurred.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-10-19

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2024-08-14Back over prevention23V487000 Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge.

Buy-smart checklist

2020 Mazda CX-3 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 23V487000 · Back over prevention

FAQ

Is the 2020 Mazda CX-3 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Mazda CX-3?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Mazda CX-3 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.