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2020 Mazda CX-3
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Complaints filed
1
Reports to NHTSA, 2020
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
28
EPA estimate
Known issues
Air Bags issues account for the largest share of owner complaints (100% of 1 reports).
Share of all 1 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11489978.
Individual complaint reports(1)
Showing the 1 most recent reportsAir BagsOct 2022 · ODI 11489978 · crash · 1 injuriesDetails +Close −
On 1/22/21, I was driving for Lyft. I had a passenger in this car and I was giving her a ride home. I had a seizure towards the end of the ride, and was completely amnesiac to the crash that occurred. During my seizure, I was unable to check for clearance before I entered a highway and I crashed into another car. In the police report, it states that my air bags didn't go off. As a result, my head hit the windshield and I suffered a traumatic brain injury which was a brain hemorrhage. I had to spend a night in the hospital and I got 13 staples in my head. Now, over a year later I still get migraines and I can no longer drive due to symptoms from my complex PTSD. This has affected all aspects of my life, including my ability to find employment in my field of mental health. I have nine years of experience as a mental health professional, and most of the jobs in my field require a driver's license and car. This accident could have killed me, as well as the passenger in my car and the people in the car that I crashed into. I should have reported this accident earlier, but I was dealing with a deep depression and didn't even know I could report this until after I contacted a lawyer.
- Reported
- Oct 2022
- Incident date
- Jan 2021
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- Crash 1 injuries
Recalls(1)
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Back Over Prevention · 23V487000Details +Close −
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.
Remedy: 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.
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Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2020 Mazda CX-3 SUV FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2020 Mazda CX-3 SUV AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-3 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 29 | 34 | 31 |
| CX-3 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 27 | 32 | 29 |
| CX-30 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 25 | 33 | 28 |
| CX-30 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 25 | 33 | 28 |
| CX-30 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 25 | 32 | 27 |
| CX-30 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 24 | 31 | 26 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2020 Mazda CX-3: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2020 Mazda CX-3?
Owners filed 1 NHTSA complaints about the 2020 Mazda CX-3. This is raw owner-reported complaint volume with no production or exposure normalization, so it is not a reliability score or a best/worst-year ranking.
What are the most common problems on the 2020 Mazda CX-3?
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (100% of complaints).
How many recalls does the 2020 Mazda CX-3 have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2020 Mazda CX-3, covering components such as back over prevention. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Mazda CX-3 get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Mazda CX-3 between 26 and 31 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.