2023 Mazda CX-30 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
40/100
#4 most-complained of 6 CX-30 years
The 2023 Mazda CX-30 has 24 NHTSA complaints, a complaint index of 40, and 1 recall, ranking 4th out of 6 model years with a "Good" verdict. Brakes are the top problem area at 29% of complaints, tied to a recall for the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 5 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 27
- 24 city / 31.5 hwy
Top 2023 Mazda CX-30 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes7 (29%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras6 (25%)
- Other5 (21%)
- Engine4 (17%)
- Electrical System3 (13%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (13%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (13%)
- Airbags2 (8%)
- Lane Departure2 (8%)
- Steering2 (8%)
What owners report
- Brake pedal travel feels off or brakes fail to hold, sometimes leading to a crash, and owners link this to the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit recall.
- Automatic emergency braking triggers with no object in front of the vehicle, causing a sudden unexpected stop on the highway.
- Steering wheel suddenly becomes stiff during a turn, making it hard to complete the maneuver and resulting in a low-speed curb strike.
- Blind spot monitoring activates constantly on the driver side, and rear cross traffic warning stops working afterward.
- Stepping on the brake pedal after being in Park causes the car to feel like it is accelerating instead of stopping.
- Windshield wiper on the driver's side fails to clear water in the rain, requiring wiper blade and arm replacement.
2023 Mazda CX-30 recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V275000Apr 18, 2023Brakes2,410 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
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.
Risk: 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.
2023 Mazda CX-30 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 24 MPG
- Highway
- 31.5 MPG
- Combined
- 27 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,425
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other CX-30 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Mazda CX-30 reliable based on NHTSA data?
- NHTSA lists 24 complaints and a complaint index of 40 for the 2023 CX-30, giving it a "Good" verdict relative to other CX-30 years, ranking 4th worst out of 6 years.
- Does the 2023 Mazda CX-30 have any recalls?
- Yes, one recall (23V275000) covers the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit, which may be damaged and reduce braking ability. It is not a do-not-drive recall.
- What is the top problem area for the 2023 CX-30?
- Brakes are the top problem area, accounting for 7 of 24 complaints (29%) and 4 crashes.
- How does the 2023 CX-30 compare to other years?
- The 2023 CX-30 has a complaint index of 40, better than 2021 (100, Avoid) and 2024 (80, Avoid), but worse than 2020 (0, Best) and 2022 (20, Best).
- What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Mazda CX-30?
- EPA rates the 2023 CX-30 at 27 mpg combined (24 city / 31.5 highway), with an annual fuel cost of $2,425.