2024 Mazda MAZDA3
Only 12 complaints 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2024
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2024: 12 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 145 |
| 2005 | 97 |
| 2006 | 166 |
| 2007 | 222 |
| 2008 | 303 |
| 2009 | 115 |
| 2010 | 686 |
| 2011 | 132 |
| 2012 | 226 |
| 2013 | 117 |
| 2014 | 138 |
| 2015 | 130 |
| 2016 | 104 |
| 2017 | 84 |
| 2018 | 109 |
| 2019 | 74 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 54 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 12 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
6 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact leased a 2024 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while driving at 55â60 mph, the windshield wipers continued to stay in the on position and failed to turn off. The parking brake engaged without application and turned on and off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-05
Also filed under Lane departure and visibility/wiper
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-07
Forward collision avoidance
3 of 12 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
Structure
2 of 12 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Lane departure
2 of 12 total reports mention: lane departure, most commonly citing steering assist and blind spot detection.
Visibility
1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing defroster/defogger/hvac system.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2023-12-20Back over prevention, forward collision avoidance, lane departure23V718000 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.
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.
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2024-09-24Exterior lighting, forward collision avoidance, lane departure24V649000 Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 Mazda 3, CX-30, and 2025 CX-50 vehicles.
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.
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2025-07-22Air bags25V357000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2024 Mazda MAZDA3 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V718000 · Back over prevention, forward collision avoidance, lane departure
- Recall 24V649000 · Exterior lighting, forward collision avoidance, lane departure
- Recall 25V357000 · Air bags
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- Is the 2024 Mazda MAZDA3 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 2024 Mazda MAZDA3?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2024 Mazda MAZDA3 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.