Mazda CX-30 recalls

13 official safety recalls for the Mazda CX-30 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Air bags may deactivate due to a sensor error

    Reported May 29, 2025Model years 2024–2025NHTSA campaign 25V357000171,412 vehicles affected

    A low battery condition may cause the air bag sensor unit to set an error and deactivate the air bags, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will reprogram the sensor unit with improved software or replace it, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
    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.

  2. Forward sensing camera may disable safety systems

    Reported September 3, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V649000672 vehicles affected

    A camera malfunction may prevent automatic emergency braking and lane-keep assist from working, and stop the headlights from switching automatically from high to low beams. These systems may not work as intended, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the camera as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
    Defect
    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 Mazda 3, CX-30, and 2025 CX-50 vehicles. A malfunction in the forward sensing camera (FSC) may prevent the automatic emergency braking system and the lane-keep assist system from functioning. In addition, the headlights will not automatically adjust from high beams to low beams as intended.
    Consequence
    Automatic braking, steering assist, and headlight control systems that do not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
    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. Mazda's number for this recall is 6824H.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  3. Rear-view camera images may not display

    Reported November 6, 2023Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2023/3122,270 vehicles affected

    Rear-view and 360 camera images may not display. Dealers will reprogramme the View Monitor Control module with improved software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On affected vehicles the images from the rear view / 360 cameras may not display.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the images from the rear view / 360� cameras may not display.
    Remedy
    Re-program the View Monitor Control (VMC) module with improved software.

  4. ABS control unit may reduce braking ability

    Reported April 18, 2023Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 23V2750002,410 vehicles affected

    A damaged ABS hydraulic control unit may reduce braking ability and increase stopping distance, raising crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the unit as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
    Defect
    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2022-2023 CX-30 and 2023 CX-50 vehicles. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) may be damaged, which can result in reduced braking ability.
    Consequence
    Reduced braking ability can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the ABS HCU, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 5823D.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  5. Adaptive LED lights may fail

    Reported November 10, 2021Model years 2019–2020EU Safety Gate A12/01787/21

    A defect in the adaptive LED lights may leave them unavailable, increasing accident risk. They should be inspected and, if necessary, the light control unit reprogrammed. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    Because defects in the adaptive LED lights have been identified, they need to be inspected and, if necessary, reprogram the ECU for adaptive LED lights. In the absence of these LED lights, the risk of accidents increases. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  6. Powered tailgate may lower unexpectedly

    Reported April 12, 2021Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2021/0777,126 vehicles affected

    The powered tailgate may partially lower unexpectedly when fully open. The drive unit will be inspected and its software updated; the unit will be replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE POWERED TAILGATE MAY PARTIALLY LOWER UNEXPECTEDLY FROM THE FULLY OPENED POSITION IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS
    Defect
    The powered tailgate may partially lower unexpectedly from the fully opened position in certain situations.
    Remedy
    Inspect the production information and update the software of the power tailgate drive unit. Where necessary replace the power tailgate drive unit.

  7. Tire valve may suddenly leak air

    Reported February 22, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V101000599 vehicles affected

    Air may suddenly leak from a tire valve, causing loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace all four tire valves free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    TIRES:VALVE
    Defect
    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2021 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles. Air may suddenly leak from the tire air valve.
    Consequence
    A sudden air leak from the tire air valve may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four tire air valves with new parts, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4721B.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  8. Power liftgate may lower unexpectedly

    Reported February 18, 2021Model years 2020–2021NHTSA campaign 21V08600013,857 vehicles affected

    When the vehicle is parked uphill, the fully opened power liftgate may partially lower unexpectedly, increasing injury risk for someone accessing the rear storage area. Dealers will update the liftgate control software and inspect the drive unit, replacing it if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
    Defect
    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CX-30 vehicles. When fully opened, the power liftgate may partially lower unexpectedly when the vehicle is parked facing uphill on a slope.
    Consequence
    If the power liftgate unexpectedly lowers while a person is accessing the rear storage area of the vehicle, it can increase their risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power liftgate control module software and inspect the serial number of the power liftgate drive unit, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4621B.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  9. Fuel tank defect may cause leak or engine stall

    Reported August 3, 2020EU Safety Gate A12/01141/20

    When the tank is filled, fuel may enter and leak from the charcoal canister. A leak near an ignition source could cause a fire, and the engine may stall while driving. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Fire, Injuries
    Defect
    Due to an improper manufacturing process of the fuel tank, when fully refueling the vehicle, liquid fuel will eventually fill the charcoal canister resulting in a leak. A leak from the canister in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire. Additionally, the engine may stall while driving, increasing the risk of an accident.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by Romania

  10. Brake caliper bolts may be loose or missing

    Reported August 3, 2020EU Safety Gate A12/01140/20

    Loose or missing brake caliper mounting bolts may reduce braking performance or let a caliper interfere with wheel rotation, risking loss of control. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    The brake caliper mounting bolts may be loose or missing.This may cause reduced braking performance and caliper interference with wheel rotation, resulting in loss of control over the vehicle and increased risk of an incident.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by Romania

  11. Fuel tank vent hose may disconnect

    Reported June 12, 2020Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 20V34700012,097 vehicles affected

    The fuel tank vent hose may be disconnected, allowing fuel to leak and potentially causing the engine to stall. A leak near an ignition source may cause a fire. Dealers will reconnect the hose and replace the charcoal canister and related parts if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
    Defect
    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020 CX-30 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive. The evaporative vent hose for the fuel tank may be disconnected, possibly allowing fuel to leak from the charcoal canister vent at the rear of the vehicle.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, the engine may stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the evaporative vent hose in the fuel tank. If the hose is disconnected, it will be reconnected and the charcoal canister with some related parts will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 29, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4520F.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  12. Front brake caliper bolts may loosen

    Reported June 12, 2020Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 20V34600024,037 vehicles affected

    The front brake caliper mounting bolts may not be tight, allowing calipers to loosen and reduce braking performance or interfere with wheel rotation. Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts, or replace the caliper if bolts are missing, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
    Defect
    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020 CX-30 and Mazda3 vehicles. The front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly allowing the calipers to loosen.
    Consequence
    Loose brake calipers can reduce braking performance or interfere with wheel rotation, affecting vehicle handling. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary. If bolts are missing, the affected brake caliper will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4420F.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  13. Smart brake support may stop the vehicle unexpectedly

    Reported January 29, 2020Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2020/00915,208 vehicles affected

    The automated Smart Brake Support system may activate inadvertently and stop the vehicle unexpectedly. The vehicle control module will be reprogrammed with modified software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLES MAY UNEXPECTEDLY STOP DUE TO INADVERTENT ACTIVATION OF THE AUTOMATED SMART BRAKE SUPPORT (SBS) SYSTEM
    Defect
    Vehicles may unexpectedly stop due to inadvertent activation of the automated Smart Brake Support (SBS) system
    Remedy
    The vehicle control module is reprogrammed with modified software.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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