2024 Mazda CX-30 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other CX-30 years
- About as many complaints as other years 4th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Mazda CX-30. That ranks 4th out of 7 CX-30 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is forward collision avoidance (9 complaints, 29%), typically at around 2,500 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 31owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2024 Mazda CX-30 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 9 | 29% | 2,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 7 | 23% | 38,377 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 19% | 900 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 19% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 16% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 4 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3% | 38,377 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2024 Mazda CX-30 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags: air bag/restraint control module:software
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Lane departure: sensing system: camera; forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking; exterior lighting:headlights
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
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.
The vehicle is experiencing premature transmission failure, since about 9,000 miles. Mazda has been dropping the ball at replacing it under warranty and we found out there are 3 other CX-30s that I know of with similar issues. I believe Mazda has a faulty transmission in these cars based off my…
What is happening with my car are the exact symptoms of the known Mazda Recall 6824H - where the Smart Brake Support suddenly engages for no reason and when it does not need to - which has almost caused me to be rear-ended a few times. This has happened at least 7-8 times since I have owned the…
Reporting Product Defect in Mazda Vehicles I am writing to bring to your attention a recurring design flaw affecting current Mazda vehicles, including models such as CX30, MX30, and potentially the Mazda3 series. Following heavy rain or high humidity conditions, there is a consistent issue with the…
When I first got my Mazda CX30 2024 New lease ,my Breaks were very weak & didn't perform as new. Only 2 years later w 9K miles on it, Mazda states my breaks need to be replaced. My rotors need to be shave. A whole list of services on a car thats 2 years old. My concern is, break service at 9K…
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The automatic braking turned on while I was accelerating. My car is available for inspection. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I could have been rear ended because my car…
Other Mazda CX-30 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 CX-30 | 4 | 0 |
| 2025 CX-30 | 26 | 1 |
| 2024 | 31 | 2 |
| 2023 CX-30 | 25 | 1 |
| 2022 CX-30 | 33 | 1 |
| 2021 CX-30 | 101 | 2 |
| 2020 CX-30 | 34 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mazda CX-30?
Owners most often report forward collision avoidance, air bags, electrical system problems. The top one, forward collision avoidance, accounts for 9 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2024 Mazda CX-30?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2024 Mazda CX-30 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CX-30 model years, the 2024 has about as many complaints as a typical year, 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.