The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 13 of 34 complaints (38%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (4) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 25 in 2023 to 34 in 2024.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 34
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,150–$2,500
- Combined MPG
- 25–29
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2024 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,400–2,500 | 2,150–2,500 | 2,150–2,500 | 2,150–2,500 | 2,300–2,500 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–26 | 25–29 | 25–29 | 25–29 | 25–27 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–24 / 30–31 | 22–26 / 30–33 | 22–26 / 30–33 | 22–26 / 30–33 | 22–24 / 30–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 334–353 | 309–353 | 309–353 | 309–353 | 329–353 | |
| Complaints filed | 33 | 25 | 34 | 26 | 4 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 4 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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 2024 Mazda CX-30 have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2024 Mazda CX-30?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 13 of 34 NHTSA complaints (38%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Mazda CX-30 get?
EPA rates it 25–29 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Mazda CX-30?
EPA estimates $2,150–$2,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 26 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | $2,150 (low) | 309 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 (high) | 353 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 6 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 8 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 13 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 (2)
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- 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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING; LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- Automatic braking, steering assist, and headlight control systems that do not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.