2018 Mazda CX-3 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other CX-3 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 4th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Mazda CX-3. That ranks 4th out of 7 CX-3 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is back over prevention (2 complaints, 20%). Complaints mention 1 crash. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 10owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Mazda CX-3 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 20% | 12,970 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 10% | 22,440 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 10% | 3,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 10% | 12,600 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 10% | 45,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Mazda CX-3 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Problem: 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.
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: 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 letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Fuel injector failed without warning. A lot of fuel leaked into the engine destroying a spark plug in one cylinder and ultimately ruining the catalytic converter when fuel got into it. Independent mechanic and Mazda dealership diagnosed. Car cannot be driven.
The contact owns a 2018 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. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount…
Heavy condensation is occurring inside the driver side headlamp. A quick google search shows this is a common problem among Mazda owners and Mazda will not cover the repair. I am unable to get a Massachusetts state inspection sticker due to this.
The contact owns a 2018 Mazda CX3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
The contact owns a 2018 Mazda CX-3. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle was moving from left to right. The contact stated that the brakes were making an abnormal scraping sound. There was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The local dealer was not contacted. There were no…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mazda CX-3?
Owners most often report back over prevention, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, back over prevention, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Mazda CX-3?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Mazda CX-3 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CX-3 model years, the 2018 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.