2024 Mazda Mazda3 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Best The 2024 Mazda Mazda3 has a complaint index of 5, the second-best among 21 model years, earning a Best verdict. It has 12 NHTSA complaints, 3 recalls, and no do-not-drive recalls, with electrical system issues the top problem area.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 5/100
- #20 of 21 Mazda3 years
- Verdict
- Best
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 12
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 2
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- —
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
Top 2024 Mazda Mazda3 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System5 (42%)
- Other4 (33%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (17%)
- Lane Departure2 (17%)
- Structure & Body2 (17%)
- Airbags1 (8%)
- Brakes1 (8%)
- HVAC1 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (8%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (8%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Windshield wipers and other electrical systems reportedly failed to turn off while driving, with the lane-assist system engaging and forcing a crash.
- Owners describe the car failing to start after being driven normally, with no dashboard warning lights.
- A front tire reportedly blew out suddenly on the highway with no road hazard present.
- Owners report excessive interior window condensation that obstructs visibility and that the dealer could not reproduce.
- Some owners describe frequent false forward-collision warnings and sudden automatic braking with nothing in front of the vehicle.
- One owner reported being turned away from a dealership for a network-related recall repair multiple times.
2024 Mazda Mazda3 recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V357000May 29, 2025Airbags171,412 vehicles
Air bags: air bag/restraint control module:software
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.
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 24V649000Sep 3, 2024Lane Departure672 vehicles
Lane departure: sensing system: camera
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.
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 23V718000Oct 26, 2023Collision Avoidance & Cameras11,903 vehicles
Forward collision avoidance: sensing system: camera
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
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.
2024 compared with other Mazda3 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Mazda Mazda3 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2024 Mazda3 ranks 20th of 21 model years for reported problems, with a complaint index of 5 and a Best verdict relative to other Mazda3 years.
- What problems does the 2024 Mazda3 have?
- NHTSA lists 12 complaints for the 2024 Mazda3, led by the electrical system (5 complaints, 42% of the total), followed by collision avoidance/camera issues and lane departure system problems.
- Does the 2024 Mazda3 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls: an airbag sensor software issue, a forward sensing camera malfunction affecting automatic emergency braking and lane assist, and a software error affecting camera displays. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- Were there any crashes reported for the 2024 Mazda3?
- NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 injury linked to complaints for the 2024 Mazda3, including one where owners said the lane assist system forced the vehicle into a crash.
- What is the median mileage at failure for 2024 Mazda3 complaints?
- Where mileage was reported, the median mileage at failure was 1,900 miles.