Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2025 Mazda CX-30. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Air Bags May Not Deploy in a Crash
- Summary
- 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.
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Owner complaints (26)
26 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 26 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 12 | 46.2% |
| Unknown or other | 10 | 38.5% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 11.5% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 11.5% |
| Lane departure | 3 | 11.5% |
| Service brakes | 3 | 11.5% |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 11.5% |
| Engine | 2 | 7.7% |
| Steering | 2 | 7.7% |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 7.7% |
How 2025 compares with other CX-30 years
Best and worst CX-30 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 33 | 3 |
| 2021 | 101 | 2 |
| 2022 | 33 | 1 |
| 2023 | 25 | 1 |
| 2024 | 31 | 2 |
| 2025 | 26 | 1 |
| 2026 | 4 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2025 Mazda CX-30 suv awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 29 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,300
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 309 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 29 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 26 / 33 / 29 | $2,300 | 309 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | $2,700 | 353 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2025 CX-30 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2025 Mazda CX-30 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2025 Mazda CX-30 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 25V357000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2025 Mazda CX-30 problems?
Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (12), Unknown or other (10), Forward collision avoidance (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2025 Mazda CX-30 get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 26 city, 33 highway and 29 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2025 Mazda CX-30 get?
NHTSA rated the 2025 Mazda CX-30 suv awd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (14.7% rollover risk).
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.