Free safety data straight from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Recalls, consumer complaints, and crash test ratings — everything you need before you buy.
| Year | Overall | Front Crash | Side Crash | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
No recalls found for the Mazda Mazda3 in recent model years. That's a good sign!
Real complaints filed with NHTSA by Mazda Mazda3 owners. These reports help identify common issues and potential safety concerns.
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 8 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,STRUCTURE | 1 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 1 |
| STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS | 1 |
Transmission control unit (TCU) failure with error code P061B in 2022 Mazda 3. Problem began approximately 6 months after purchase (February 2023, mileage 8181). Despite five repair attempts by Russell & Smith Mazda Houston (August 8, 2023; January 22, 2025; April 8, 2025; October 13, 2025; December 23, 2025), dealer has been unable to correct the issue. TCU malfunction substantially…
“My 2022 Mazda 3 is experiencing an ‘in-network malfunction’ related to the vehicle’s internal communication system. Multiple technicians have told me this is an internal vehicle network/communication fault, not caused by wear or damage. The dealer refuses to repair it unless I pay out-of-pocket, even though this appears to be a manufacturer defect in the electrical network system, (TCU)This malfunction…
Car doesn't start if sitting more than 4 days untouched. When i went to the dealer, they informed me they know about the issue but nothing can be done about it. They even told me what the issue was, there's something in the car (they don't know what) that draws a lot of power non stop. kills the battery and…
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