2025 Mazda 3
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 3 of 7 complaints (43%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 12 in 2024 to 7 in 2025.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2025 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,000–2,400 | 2,000–2,400 | 2,000–2,400 | 2,100–2,400 | |
| Combined MPG | 26–31 | 26–31 | 26–31 | 26–30 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 23–28 / 31–37 | 23–27 / 31–37 | 23–27 / 31–37 | 23–27 / 31–36 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 287–337 | 287–337 | 287–337 | 294–337 | |
| Complaints filed | 12 | 12 | 7 | 1 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Mazda 3 have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2025 Mazda 3?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 3 of 7 NHTSA complaints (43%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Mazda 3 get?
EPA rates it 26–31 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Mazda 3?
EPA estimates $2,000–$2,400 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (7)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 27 mpg (high) | 37 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | $2,000 (low) | 287 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 26 mpg | 35 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,100 | 301 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 23 mpg (low) | 32 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,300 | 334 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 26 mpg | 36 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,100 | 296 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 27 mpg (high) | 35 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,100 | 294 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 26 mpg | 33 mpg | 29 mpg | $2,150 | 311 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 23 mpg (low) | 31 mpg (low) | 26 mpg (low) | $2,400 (high) | 337 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · Campaign 25V357000 · May 29, 2025
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Air bags that do not deploy in the event of a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.