2019 MAZDA CX-3 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
37
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
27
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2019 MAZDA CX-3
The 2019 MAZDA CX-3 has received a total of 37 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. 27 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mazda Motor Corp. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (8 complaints), Steering (5 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (4 complaints).
Recalls for the 2019 MAZDA CX-3
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2019 MAZDA CX-3, potentially affecting up to 357,138 vehicles.
Recall 23V487000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 236,100 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 21V875000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 121,038 vehicles affected
Defect: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2019 MAZDA CX-3
37 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 MAZDA CX-3. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemadasautonomousself Driving | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftimmobilizerproximitykeysender | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Warnings | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkages | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
UNKNOWN
So the sport mode on cx3 have not bracket under the sport mode and if try to activeit the sport mode whole switch goes down you cant active with grabbing it will fall out of socket
The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-3. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The contact stated that occasionally the air bag warning light flashed off and on. Additionally, the rear hatch door failed to open as needed. The cause of the failures has not yet been determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 21,000.
The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-3. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The contact stated that occasionally the air bag warning light flashed off and on. Additionally, the rear hatch door failed to open as needed. The cause of the failures has not yet been determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 21,000.
A recall notice dated July 14, 2023 stated improper design of rearview camera wiring harness fastener. The fastener may become damaged from vibrations during normal vehicle use and/or while closing the lift gate. I have been told by the dealership that they do not have the parts to remedy the issue and don't know when they will have the parts. It appears that the manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall in a timely manner since more than a year has passed since the recall notice was issued and they are unable to predict when the parts will be available. Recall Status: "Recall Incomplete, remedy not yet available" Manufacturer Recall Number: 6023G. NHTSA Recall Number: 23V-487.
Safety Rating for the 2019 MAZDA CX-3
The 2019 MAZDA CX-3 received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2019 MAZDA CX-3
Mazda Motor Corp. has issued 27 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2019 MAZDA CX-3. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
06-002-25 — STEERING
Some vehicles may exhibit a light resistance and/or an unusual noise when turning the steering wheel in either direction. This concern may be caused by insufficient lubrication between the worm wheel gear and worm shaft. To eliminate this concern, the amount of grease between the worm wheel gear and worm...
SA-032-23a — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by asking if any aftermarket devices have been installed. Aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical concern. Below are a few examples of...
00-001-23 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In support of the new Mazda MX-5 and CX-3, Mazda will make available for loan on an âÂÂas-neededâ basis, a Special Service Tool (SST) to allow for the radar aiming of the blind spot monitoring (BSM) system. The BSM radar aiming is performed whenever the BSM control module, the BSM...
SA-007-23b — POWER TRAIN
The rear differential case could develop a crack in the case, as shown below. NOTE: This could affect new vehicles just delivered to the dealer as well as customer vehicles. This concern is caused when the sliding bearing (1) in the coupling (2) is seized and causes the coupling component...
08-002-23 — AIR BAGS
Some customers may experience the airbag warning light ON with DTC B00A0:09 stored in the SAS control module memory when the battery voltage is low. DTC B00A0:09 (Occupant classification sensor internal signal output unstable). This concern is caused by the low voltage detection time of the occupant classification sensor (OCS)...
SA-010-23 — VISIBILITY
Some customers may experience one or more electrical malfunctions after a vehicle body repair. The newly painted fender stay (2) may be causing a poor front harness (1) ground connection.
RF-22-01 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some customers may complain about infotainment center display ghost touch (touch screen operates by itself), surface peeling or spider cracks. Repair kits are available to replace just the screen. There is no need to replace the entire infotainment display unit as the supply chain has been heavily impacted due to...
SA-038-22 — POWER TRAIN
Service part Automatic Transaxles (ATX) manufactured on or after July, 2018 are shipped with a blank TCM that requires configuration.
09-014-21-3802a — EQUIPMENT
Some vehicles may exhibit a crack in the lower center area of the windshield. This may be caused by fixtures located at the center of the cowl grille, which result in higher pressures applied to the windshield. When small pebbles/rocks are caught between the cowl grille and the windshield, deep...
09-022-21-3815 — VISIBILITY
Some customers may complain that the frequency of replenishing the window washer liquid is higher than expected, or they may complain of leakage at around the washer motor (1).This is caused by a crack that may occur at the joint section of the washer motor housing due to an inappropriate...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2019 MAZDA CX-3
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MAZDA CX-3
- 2014 MAZDA CX-3 — 4 complaints
- 2016 MAZDA CX-3 — 62 complaints
- 2017 MAZDA CX-3 — 27 complaints
- 2018 MAZDA CX-3 — 13 complaints
- 2019 MAZDA CX-3 (current)
- 2020 MAZDA CX-3 — 1 complaint
- 2021 MAZDA CX-3 — 3 complaints
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