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2024 Mazda Mazda3 — Recalls & Safety

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this vehicle and 12 owner complaints. Recall repairs are free by US law at any authorized dealer.

3 Campaigns

Every Recall on File

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA 23V718000 26/10/2023

What's wrong: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and MAZDA3 vehicles. Due to a software error, the rearview, front, and/or side camera images may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Free fix: Dealers will update the view monitor control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6223J.

LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA 24V649000 03/09/2024

What's wrong: 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.

Risk: Automatic braking, steering assist, and headlight control systems that do not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.

Free fix: 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.

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE 25V357000 29/05/2025

What's wrong: 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.

Risk: Air bags that do not deploy in the event of a crash increase the risk of injury.

Free fix: 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.

NHTSA Crash Tests

Official Safety Ratings

2024 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB AWD

★★★★★
Overall
5/5 stars
★★★★★
Frontal Crash
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★★★★★
Side Crash
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★★★★★
Rollover
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Recall Checker

Any year, make and model: open the Car Recall Checker. Also see owner-reported problems & years to avoid for the 2024 Mazda Mazda3. Data: NHTSA (US DOT, public domain), cached up to 7 days.

Questions

FAQ

Does the 2024 Mazda Mazda3 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2024 Mazda Mazda3. Every listed defect must be repaired free of charge by any authorized Mazda dealer, regardless of vehicle age or ownership history.
Is the recall repair really free?
Yes. US federal law requires manufacturers to fix safety recalls free at any authorized dealer — parts and labour. You do not need to be the original owner.
How do I check my exact vehicle?
This page covers the 2024 Mazda Mazda3 generally. For your specific car, use the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — it tells you whether YOUR vehicle's recalls were already repaired.