2016 MAZDA CX-3

3 recalls — 62 complaints

23V487000 Jul 14, 2023
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
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. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner let... Read more
236,100 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
16V644000 Sep 6, 2016
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Defect Description
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured November 18, 2008, to June 8, 2013, 2012-2015 Mazda5 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2010, to June 22, 2015, 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 26, ... Read more
Consequence
If the lift gate falls unexpectedly, it may hit the user, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Mazda dealers will replace the both lift gate supports, free of charge, however parts are not currently available. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9916H.
580,455 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
16V203000 Apr 11, 2016
STEERING
Defect Description
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 2, 2015, 2013-2014 Mazda2 vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to August 8, 2014, 2014-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2013, to December 2, 2015, and 2013-2015... Read more
Consequence
If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower mounting nuts and bolts that secure the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle. If the bolts are loose, they will be replaced and then correctly tightened, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 20, 2016. Owners may c... Read more
578 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations

Complaint Statistics

62 total complaints 4 crashes 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM11
UNKNOWN OR OTHER9
EXTERIOR LIGHTING6
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM5
BACK OVER PREVENTION5
VISIBILITY/WIPER4
ENGINE4
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
SERVICE BRAKES2
SEAT BELTS2
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jan 14, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2024
While driving on the highway on a posted 65mph, the fuel remaining on the vehicle was posted at 1/4, approx. 75miles remaining. The vehicle abruptly stalled and I managed to pull over on the side of the road. The vehicle then refused to start again. Had to bring it to a fuel station and refueled le... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION Dec 30, 2024
Incident date: Jul 14, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. ... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION Oct 11, 2024
Incident date: Apr 11, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was distorted on several occasions, an... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION Jun 21, 2024
Incident date: Jun 21, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stat... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS May 16, 2024
Incident date: May 15, 2024
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Rear view camera and speedometer How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Rear view camera restarts and flickers so seeing behind while in reverse is dangerous. The electrical component... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING May 16, 2024
Incident date: May 15, 2024
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Rear view camera and speedometer How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Rear view camera restarts and flickers so seeing behind while in reverse is dangerous. The electrical component... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 16, 2024
Incident date: May 15, 2024
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Rear view camera and speedometer How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Rear view camera restarts and flickers so seeing behind while in reverse is dangerous. The electrical component... Read more
ENGINE Apr 9, 2024
Incident date: Mar 27, 2024
My recent experience with the service at Putnam Mazda was extremely disappointing and frustrating. What should have been a routine visit turned into a distressing ordeal. My car suddenly died on the freeway without warning lights, prompting me to bring it in for servicing. Initially, I appreciated b... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Feb 25, 2024
Incident date: Jan 1, 2018
THE HEADLIGHTS HAVE CONTAINED MOISTURE FOR THE LAST 4 YEARS, CAUSING DIFFUSED, DIMMED VISIBILITY AT NIGHT...VERY DANGEROUS. ALSO, CONCERNED THAT ELECTRICAL MAY BE AFFECTED EVENTUALLY.... Mazda still will not recall and repair?? on fixed income, to pricey for me to repair!
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Feb 13, 2024
Incident date: Oct 2, 2023
The infotainment center has a mind of its own. It's going berserk. Others have said that it is like a ghost is taking over control. When in park, or at a stop light, I have no control over the screen. It changes channels, or calls random people (If I have my phone connected via bluetooth.) This doe... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION Feb 7, 2024
Incident date: Sep 15, 2021
The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that while in reverse (R), the back over prevention camera flickered. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION Jan 10, 2024
Incident date: Jul 14, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. T... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 25, 2023
Incident date: Dec 16, 2023
My Mazda CX3’s touchscreen started registering “ghost presses” without any input from me. This leads to the car scrolling through contacts and placing calls while driving. This almost caused an accident as I was scrambling to avoid the embarrassment of randomly dialing someone multiple times. ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 25, 2023
Incident date: Dec 16, 2023
My Mazda CX3’s touchscreen started registering “ghost presses” without any input from me. This leads to the car scrolling through contacts and placing calls while driving. This almost caused an accident as I was scrambling to avoid the embarrassment of randomly dialing someone multiple times. ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 2, 2023
Incident date: Oct 1, 2022
Mazda CX3 Connect touch screen in the center display may not accept touch commands properly and faded. The film inside the touch screen may be corroded due to moisture
SEATS Oct 1, 2023
Incident date: Jan 11, 2019
Drivers seat constantly sinks down as you are driving. It will not stay in place. It has a manual seat up and down lever. I have been having this problem every since purchased. I have look for solutions but found none. I am not the only one with this problem as I found out online. It is a seat m... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Sep 23, 2023
Incident date: Apr 23, 2020
I was recently served a notice in regards to our back up camera. Of greater concern is the moisture issue in the headlight that MAZDA seems to not be concerned about. However my inspection mechanic seems to be offended and warns it shan't pass PA inspection. Why won't Mazda deal with this defect? If... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING Sep 6, 2023
Incident date: Sep 6, 2023
The Lane Departure Warning on both left and right side mirrors sporadically does not work. This is the first time I'm reporting it to NHTSA. but the problem has been going on for at least three months. The LDW lights appear when I turn on the engine, but sporadically do not appear in traffic when th... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Jul 4, 2023
Incident date: Feb 1, 2023
Condensation in the headlights assembly. It’s a common problem. I have already drivers side front replaced at the dealer, now the passenger side front is showing lots of moisture inside the headlamp. Super dangerous as it defuses the light, limiting visibility in the dark. Mazda, please do somethi... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING May 25, 2023
Incident date: May 25, 2023
THE HEADLAMPS CONTAIN AND HOLD MOISTURE, ALTHOUGH THERE ARE NO CRACKS. THIS IS CAUSING MOISTURE, AND THERE IS A CONCERN THAT ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS MAY OCCUR IN THE FUTURE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 9, 2023
Incident date: Feb 6, 2023
The contact's daughter owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact stated that while her daughter's vehicle was in reverse(R), the vehicle failed to stop upon the depression of the brake pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that her daughter engaged the parking brake; however, t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 15, 2022
Incident date: Mar 2, 2022
Infotainment system and screen failure. The screen develops "spiderweb" cracking. This cracking first appeared 3 years ago. Now the computer reboots continuously. This causes zero access to radio, GPS, or other features to operate the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, at the suggest... Read more
ENGINE Dec 16, 2021
Incident date: Dec 15, 2021
Engine stalled while driving and all the dashboard lights turned on. Could not turn engine back on again. Upon inspection, it was found that the fuel injector pump was faulty and was subsequently replaced by the dealership. Fast forward a year, check engine light came on and vehicle began to stall ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Dec 16, 2021
Incident date: Dec 15, 2021
Engine stalled while driving and all the dashboard lights turned on. Could not turn engine back on again. Upon inspection, it was found that the fuel injector pump was faulty and was subsequently replaced by the dealership. Fast forward a year, check engine light came on and vehicle began to stall ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Nov 28, 2021
Incident date: Sep 30, 2021
The seals around headlights are failing and causing moisture infiltration. Limiting distance of visibility during night driving. I have found through forums that this is a common occurrence.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Oct 16, 2021
Incident date: Oct 13, 2021
Vehicle stalled while driving. On 9/29/21 Suburban Mazda of Troy removed the Mazda mobile start. On 10/13/21, the engine stalled and shut off at approximately 50 mph and coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. There were no warning light prior and the vehicle had approximately 1/4 tank of gas (... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 10, 2021
Incident date: Sep 1, 2021
The media console screen on my Mazda CX-3 has spiderweb-like cracking. This causes "ghost touch" which means that while I am driving, the system makes consistent loud beeping noises, frantically changes screens, changes music, calls people (if my phone is connected to bluetooth), etc.. There is no w... Read more
AIR BAGS Nov 13, 2020
Incident date: Nov 11, 2020
PASSENGER RESTRAINT MALFUNCTION CHIME SOUNDED EVERY 5 SECONDS FOR 35 MINUTES. PASSENGER AIRBAGS ARE NOW DISABLED. BLIND SPOT MONITORING ONLY WORKS SOMETIMES....A MIND OF ITS OWN.
SEAT BELTS Nov 13, 2020
Incident date: Nov 11, 2020
PASSENGER RESTRAINT MALFUNCTION CHIME SOUNDED EVERY 5 SECONDS FOR 35 MINUTES. PASSENGER AIRBAGS ARE NOW DISABLED. BLIND SPOT MONITORING ONLY WORKS SOMETIMES....A MIND OF ITS OWN.
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION Nov 13, 2020
Incident date: Nov 11, 2020
PASSENGER RESTRAINT MALFUNCTION CHIME SOUNDED EVERY 5 SECONDS FOR 35 MINUTES. PASSENGER AIRBAGS ARE NOW DISABLED. BLIND SPOT MONITORING ONLY WORKS SOMETIMES....A MIND OF ITS OWN.
STRUCTURE:BODY Aug 6, 2020
Incident date: Aug 1, 2020
RUST ON HATCH, SIMILAR TO RUST RESULTING IN RECALL IN 2016 IN AUSTRALIA
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 6, 2020
Incident date: Aug 1, 2020
RUST ON HATCH, SIMILAR TO RUST RESULTING IN RECALL IN 2016 IN AUSTRALIA
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 16, 2020
Incident date: Mar 1, 2019
THERE IS A CRACK IN THE CORNER OF THE MAZDA CONNECT CENTER DISPLAY. I BOUGHT THIS CAR CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED LAST YEAR AND THE CRACK WAS ALREADY THERE. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 9, 2020
Incident date: Mar 16, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MAZDA CX3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EVAPORATOR FOR THE AIR CONDITIONING WAS BLOWING WARM AIR INTO THE CAB OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BELLAMY STRICKLAND CHEVROLET BUICK PARTS (145 INDUSTRIAL BLVD, MCDONOUGH, GA 30253 770-30253). THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED AND ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 10, 2020
Incident date: Apr 5, 2019
THE HEADLAMPS HOLD MOISTURE. THERE ARE NO CRACKS IN THE HEADLAMPS. I FEAR THIS WILL CAUSE PROBLEMS IN THE FUTURE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 1, 2020
Incident date: Dec 29, 2019
DRIVING ON INTERSTATE CAR LOST POWER ALL WARNING LIGHTS WENT ON THEN DIED COASTED TO SIDE OF ROAD COULD NOT RESTART CAR HAD ABOUT 1/8 TANK GAS DOT CAME AND PUT IN SOME MORE GAS RESTARTED WENT TO GAS STATION AND OIL CHANGE SHOP THAT COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING TO REPAIR RESET WARNING LIGHTS
ENGINE Jan 1, 2020
Incident date: Dec 29, 2019
DRIVING ON INTERSTATE CAR LOST POWER ALL WARNING LIGHTS WENT ON THEN DIED COASTED TO SIDE OF ROAD COULD NOT RESTART CAR HAD ABOUT 1/8 TANK GAS DOT CAME AND PUT IN SOME MORE GAS RESTARTED WENT TO GAS STATION AND OIL CHANGE SHOP THAT COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING TO REPAIR RESET WARNING LIGHTS
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jan 1, 2020
Incident date: Dec 29, 2019
DRIVING ON INTERSTATE CAR LOST POWER ALL WARNING LIGHTS WENT ON THEN DIED COASTED TO SIDE OF ROAD COULD NOT RESTART CAR HAD ABOUT 1/8 TANK GAS DOT CAME AND PUT IN SOME MORE GAS RESTARTED WENT TO GAS STATION AND OIL CHANGE SHOP THAT COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING TO REPAIR RESET WARNING LIGHTS
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Dec 29, 2019
Incident date: Nov 21, 2019
WHILE DRIVING MY 2016 MAZDA CX-3 ON CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY 280 IT SUDDENLY STARTED LOSING POWER, I COULDN'T DRIVE THE CAR AND THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT OF ANYTHING. NOT KNOWING THE PROBLEM I DID NOT WANT TO DRIVE THE CAR ANY FURTHER, HAD TO TOW TO THE MAZDA DEALER. THEY HAVE IDENTIFIED THE PROBLEM A... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 29, 2019
Incident date: Nov 21, 2019
WHILE DRIVING MY 2016 MAZDA CX-3 ON CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY 280 IT SUDDENLY STARTED LOSING POWER, I COULDN'T DRIVE THE CAR AND THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT OF ANYTHING. NOT KNOWING THE PROBLEM I DID NOT WANT TO DRIVE THE CAR ANY FURTHER, HAD TO TOW TO THE MAZDA DEALER. THEY HAVE IDENTIFIED THE PROBLEM A... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Dec 29, 2019
Incident date: Nov 21, 2019
WHILE DRIVING MY 2016 MAZDA CX-3 ON CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY 280 IT SUDDENLY STARTED LOSING POWER, I COULDN'T DRIVE THE CAR AND THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT OF ANYTHING. NOT KNOWING THE PROBLEM I DID NOT WANT TO DRIVE THE CAR ANY FURTHER, HAD TO TOW TO THE MAZDA DEALER. THEY HAVE IDENTIFIED THE PROBLEM A... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Dec 13, 2019
Incident date: Oct 1, 2019
THE HEADLAMPS CONTAIN AND HOLD MOISTURE CAUSING A SOFTER LIGHT AND LESS VISIBILITY. I AM AFRAID THE MOISTURE WILL CAUSE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS IN THE FUTURE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Dec 13, 2019
Incident date: Dec 6, 2019
WHILE DRIVING ON A 4-LANE ROAD (~45 MPH), THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER AND DIED. THE CHECK ENGINE AND BATTERY WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE START/STOP BUTTON LIGHT TURNED RED. AFTER COASTING INTO A GAS STATION, THE CAR COULD NOT INITIALLY BE RESTARTED. IT COULD BE RESTARTED AFTER ADDING GASOLINE, A... Read more
ENGINE Dec 13, 2019
Incident date: Dec 6, 2019
WHILE DRIVING ON A 4-LANE ROAD (~45 MPH), THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER AND DIED. THE CHECK ENGINE AND BATTERY WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE START/STOP BUTTON LIGHT TURNED RED. AFTER COASTING INTO A GAS STATION, THE CAR COULD NOT INITIALLY BE RESTARTED. IT COULD BE RESTARTED AFTER ADDING GASOLINE, A... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Dec 13, 2019
Incident date: Oct 1, 2019
THE HEADLAMPS CONTAIN AND HOLD MOISTURE CAUSING A SOFTER LIGHT AND LESS VISIBILITY. I AM AFRAID THE MOISTURE WILL CAUSE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS IN THE FUTURE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 13, 2019
Incident date: Oct 1, 2019
THE HEADLAMPS CONTAIN AND HOLD MOISTURE CAUSING A SOFTER LIGHT AND LESS VISIBILITY. I AM AFRAID THE MOISTURE WILL CAUSE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS IN THE FUTURE.
SEATS Dec 10, 2019
Incident date: Aug 23, 2019
THE SEAT CONSTANTLY DEFLATES WHEN IT'S PUMPED UP TO THE TALLEST SETTING. DRIVER HAS TO KEEP ADJUSTING SEAT HEIGHT WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE A HEALTHY BMI AND ONLY WEIGH 150 LBS. THIS SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING. VERY DANGEROUS, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT'S HARD TO SEE OVER THE DASH.
SEAT BELTS Nov 22, 2019
Incident date: Aug 1, 2017
PASSENGER SEAT BELT RELEASED PROPELLING ME INTO THE WINDSHIELD. I'M AN AVID SEATBELT WEARER. WE WERE HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT RAN A RED LIGHT.
Crash 2 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 19, 2019
Incident date: Jun 17, 2019
VEHICLE A/C QUIT WORKING AFTER LESS THAN 3 YRS, JUST OUT OF WARRANTY NO LESS. DEALER WANTS NEARLY $2K FOR REPAIR. TURNS OUT THE CAUSE IS A DEFECTIVE PART MAZDA HAS BEEN AWARE OF SINCE 2016. I WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THIS ISSUE. THERE ARE THREE SEPARATE TSB'S ABOUT THE ISSUE AND A MAZDA SERVICE PROGRA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 19, 2019
Incident date: Jun 17, 2019
VEHICLE A/C QUIT WORKING AFTER LESS THAN 3 YRS, JUST OUT OF WARRANTY NO LESS. DEALER WANTS NEARLY $2K FOR REPAIR. TURNS OUT THE CAUSE IS A DEFECTIVE PART MAZDA HAS BEEN AWARE OF SINCE 2016. I WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THIS ISSUE. THERE ARE THREE SEPARATE TSB'S ABOUT THE ISSUE AND A MAZDA SERVICE PROGRA... Read more

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MAZDA CX-3 — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MAZDA CX-3 across all model years (2016–2021).

9 Total Recalls
147 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
14 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

MAZDA CX-3 — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
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2019 2 37 View
2018 1 13 View
2017 1 27 View
2016 (current) 3 62
2014 0 4 View

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