2018 Mazda CX-3 4WD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Mazda CX-3 4WD; the most frequently affected component is back over prevention — camera. Owners filed 10 complaints, most often about back over prevention. Among the 6 model years of this model in the database, 2018 ranks #4 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints10

Crashes reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Back over prevention — CameraCampaign 23V487000 · 14 Jul 2023

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.

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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 10 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Back over prevention2 · 20%

Electrical system2 · 20%

Engine2 · 20%

Wheels1 · 10%

Forward collision avoidance1 · 10%

Unknown or other1 · 10%

Vehicle speed control1 · 10%

Fuel/propulsion system1 · 10%

When complaints were filed

20182

20191

20212

20232

20242

20261

From owner complaints

I was sold a vehicle with "new" tires. I've only had the vehicle about 6 months and found out the tires were made in 2011 and starting to deteriorate so i had to buy actual new tires. I did not have an accident but feel there could have been a tire blowout. Luckily i had run over a bolt and was trying to get a tire…
Wheels · Dec 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

Was driving my grandchildren home when an alarm that I had never heard before started sounding and BRAKE! showed up on the heads up display. The car came to a stop out in the middle of the street even though there was nothing in front of or around the vehicle. It was a good thing there was not a car behind me or they…
Forward collision avoidance · Dec 2021 · NHTSA complaint record

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 of time for the…
Back over prevention · Oct 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

While i was parking my car and braking the throttle opened wide and i jumped the curb. I reapplied the brakes hard and the car came to a stop after skidding 4 feet. (tire marks measured). I had the car towed to the dealer where they could find nothing wrong. In researching this problem it appears the electronic…
Electrical system · Feb 2018 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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