How many recalls does Mazda have?

NHTSA has 78 Mazda recall campaigns on record across 15 models for the 2010 to 2025 model years. The most common areas are the air bags, fuel system, and electrical system.

Which Mazda has the most recalls?

The Mazda Mazda3 has the most recall campaigns of any Mazda model in our records. A model with more recalls is often just the brand's best-seller, on the road in larger numbers and for more years.

Is Mazda reliable when it comes to recalls?

Mazda scores 32 out of 100 for recall severity, ranking 45 of 52 makes we track. The score looks at how serious the recalls are, such as do-not-drive warnings and critical safety systems, rather than the raw count.

How do I check a Mazda for recalls?

Open the model you want from the list below to see its full recall history, or enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page to see the open recalls for one specific Mazda. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

Mazda Recalls (2010-2025)

Safety score

32/100

Above-average recall-severity risk Lower recall-severity risk than 14% of makes we track.

Mazda scores 32 out of 100 (grade D) for recall severity, which ranks it 45 of 52 makes and busier than most brands. The score is the recall-weighted average of its models, so the brands with the most do-not-drive and critical-safety recalls sit at the bottom. How the score works.

In total, NHTSA lists 78 Mazda recall campaigns across 15 models for the 2010-2025 model years. The single largest affected 580,455 vehicles. The system recalled most often is the air bags.

A high recall count usually tracks how many cars a brand sells and how long its models have been on the road, not how dangerous they are. The safety score below adjusts for that by weighing how serious and recent each recall is. The table further down breaks every Mazda model out so you can see which ones drive the count.

Mazda recalls by year

Mazda recalls by affected system

8 Forward Collision Avoidance

8 Power Train

8 Exterior Lighting

How Mazda compares

Makes ranked by recall-severity score (higher is better). Mazda is highlighted.

Rank	Make	Score	Recalls
#42	Fiat	D 35	24
#43	Ram	D 33	194
#44	Saturn	D 33	9
#45	Mazda	D 32	78
#46	Polestar	D 29	17
#47	Rivian	D 28	22
#48	Hyundai	D 26	198

All Mazda models

Model	Score	Recalls	Largest recall	Years
Mazda3	B 72	22	580,455	2010-2025
Mazda6	F 4	19	262,220	2010-2019
CX-9	F 2	12	205,377	2010-2021
CX-90	F 13	11	104,854	2024-2025
CX-5	B 67	8	580,455	2013-2019
CX-30	D 29	7	171,412	2020-2025
CX-50	D 26	7	2,410	2023-2025
CX-7	F 2	6	205,377	2010-2012
MX-5	D 20	5	121,038	2016-2025
CX-3	B 69	4	580,455	2016-2021
CX-70	F 7	4	104,854	2025
Mazda2	A 97	4	173,859	2011-2021
RX-8	F 2	4	308,591	2010-2011
Mazda5	C 53	2	580,455	2010-2015
Tribute	C 41	2	33,000	2010-2011

Recent Mazda recalls

CX-50 Oct 29, 2025 · 1,007 vehicles · NHTSA 25V737000
Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2025 CX-50 and CX-50 Hybrid vehicles. The front suspension fastener bolts may not be tightened properly, which can result in suspension component a…
CX-70 Sep 2, 2025 · 104,854 vehicles · NHTSA 25V568000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEV). The fuel gauge in the instrument cluster may display an inaccurate fue…
CX-50 Jun 18, 2025 · 22 vehicles · NHTSA 25V418000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2025 CX-50 Hybrid vehicles. The transmission gear shifter can be moved from Neutral to Drive without pressing the brake pedal.
CX-50 Jun 18, 2025 · 2 vehicles · NHTSA 25V413000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain CX-50 Hybrid and CX-50 vehicles. Incorrectly configured module software may cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
MX-5 Jun 3, 2025 · 12,244 vehicles · NHTSA 25V336000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mazda MX-5 vehicles. The Traction Control System (TCS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) indicator light may fail to illuminate…
CX-30 May 29, 2025 · 171,412 vehicles · NHTSA 25V357000
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 ba…
CX-50 Mar 14, 2025 · 63 vehicles · NHTSA 25V167000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CX-50 vehicles equipped with Mazda Genuine Accessory trailer hitches. The trailer hitch assembly bolts may loosen and cause the …
CX-70 Oct 31, 2024 · 31,488 vehicles · NHTSA 24V815000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 vehicles. The powertrain control module (PCM) and engine control modules (ECM) software may cause malfunction in…

Common questions about Mazda recalls

How many recalls does Mazda have?: NHTSA has 78 Mazda recall campaigns on record across 15 models for the 2010 to 2025 model years. The most common areas are the air bags, fuel system, and electrical system.
Which Mazda has the most recalls?: The Mazda Mazda3 has the most recall campaigns of any Mazda model in our records. A model with more recalls is often just the brand's best-seller, on the road in larger numbers and for more years.
Is Mazda reliable when it comes to recalls?: Mazda scores 32 out of 100 for recall severity, ranking 45 of 52 makes we track. The score looks at how serious the recalls are, such as do-not-drive warnings and critical safety systems, rather than the raw count.
How do I check a Mazda for recalls?: Open the model you want from the list below to see its full recall history, or enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page to see the open recalls for one specific Mazda. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

Recalls for other makes

Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For sourcing and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.