KnownCarProblems2020 Mazda CX-30 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 34 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Mazda CX-30, most often about the other or unspecified (27% of complaints). It is the 2nd most complained-about CX-30 model year since 2000 and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2020 Mazda CX-30 problems
Other or unspecified
9 complaints · 27%Last night, after we returned home, my wife removed a cup from our vehicle's cup holder. Shortly thereafter, an extremely loud sound of static began to be heard, emanating from the car's speaker system. Regardless of what we did the sound would not turn off, and remained ongoing for a period of about an hour. Nothing…
Brakes
7 complaints · 21%I was driving car on.the highway and as I prepared to exit I braked and the car hesitated for 2 seconds before brakes engaged. Car has also had hesitation upon acceleration periodically .this has been an issue upon just a few weeks of ownership. The break issue was just recently 7-29-20 I have taken the car to the…
Engine
6 complaints · 18%I was driving car on.the highway and as I prepared to exit I braked and the car hesitated for 2 seconds before brakes engaged. Car has also had hesitation upon acceleration periodically .this has been an issue upon just a few weeks of ownership. The break issue was just recently 7-29-20 I have taken the car to the…
Electrical
5 complaints · 15%Parts named most often: instrument panel.
Last night, after we returned home, my wife removed a cup from our vehicle's cup holder. Shortly thereafter, an extremely loud sound of static began to be heard, emanating from the car's speaker system. Regardless of what we did the sound would not turn off, and remained ongoing for a period of about an hour. Nothing…
The contact owns a 2020 Mazda CX-30. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the instrument panel made an abnormal sound. The contact then noticed that the odometer had inadvertently rolled back to 9,999 miles. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer…
Fuel system
5 complaints · 15%I was driving car on.the highway and as I prepared to exit I braked and the car hesitated for 2 seconds before brakes engaged. Car has also had hesitation upon acceleration periodically .this has been an issue upon just a few weeks of ownership. The break issue was just recently 7-29-20 I have taken the car to the…
Transmission
4 complaints · 12%Body and structure
3 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: body.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2020 Mazda CX-30 recalls
Body and structure: hatchback/liftgate
Risk: If the power liftgate unexpectedly lowers while a person is accessing the rear storage area of the vehicle, it can increase their risk of injury.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power liftgate control module software and inspect the serial number of the power liftgate drive unit, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began april 8, 2021. Owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4621b.
Full defect summary
Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2020-2021 cx-30 vehicles. When fully opened, the power liftgate may partially lower unexpectedly when the vehicle is parked facing uphill on a slope.
Brakes: caliper
Risk: Loose brake calipers can reduce braking performance or interfere with wheel rotation, affecting vehicle handling. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary. If bolts are missing, the affected brake caliper will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began july 24, 2020. Owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4420f.
Full defect summary
Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2020 cx-30 and mazda3 vehicles. The front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly allowing the calipers to loosen.
Fuel system: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, the engine may stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the evaporative vent hose in the fuel tank. If the hose is disconnected, it will be reconnected and the charcoal canister with some related parts will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began july 29, 2020. Owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4520f.
Full defect summary
Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2020 cx-30 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive. The evaporative vent hose for the fuel tank may be disconnected, possibly allowing fuel to leak from the charcoal canister vent at the rear of the vehicle.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2020 Mazda CX-30
- What are the most common problems with the 2020 Mazda CX-30?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: other or unspecified (9 complaints); brakes (7 complaints); engine (6 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2020 Mazda CX-30 have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from February 18, 2021 (body and structure). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2020 a bad year for the Mazda CX-30?
- It is the 2nd most complained-about CX-30 model year since 2000, with 34 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.