2018 Mazda CX-3 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2018 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 1
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 10
Latest campaign: Jul 14, 2023

Recall summary by component1

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Back over prevention	1	Jul 14, 2023	23V487000

Safety recalls1

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Jul 14, 2023Latest campaign


Jul 14, 202323V487000	Back over prevention: sensing system camera A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V487000 What's wrong Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image. Risk A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G. Campaign NHTSA 23V487000 · Jul 14, 2023

Jul 14, 202323V487000

Back over prevention: sensing system camera

A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

DetailsHide details for campaign 23V487000

What's wrong: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.
Campaign: NHTSA 23V487000 · Jul 14, 2023

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mazda recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component10

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

10Complaints filed

1Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

0Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes
Engine	2	20	0
Back over prevention	2	20	0
Electrical system	2	20	0
Fuel/propulsion system	1	10	0
Exterior lighting	1	10	0
Suspension	1	10	0
Service brakes	1	10	0
Forward collision avoidance	1	10	0
Lane departure	1	10	0
Wheels	1	10	0
Unknown or other	1	10	0
Vehicle speed control	1	10	1

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Engine
“Fuel injector failed without warning. A lot of fuel leaked into the engine destroying a spark plug in one cylinder and ultimately ruining the catalytic converter when fuel got into it.”
Filed 05/08/2026 · ODI 11736705
Back over prevention
“The contact owns a 2018 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.”
Filed 12/10/2024 · ODI 11629810
Exterior lighting
“Heavy condensation is occurring inside the driver side headlamp. A quick google search shows this is a common problem among Mazda owners and Mazda will not cover the repair.”
Filed 03/16/2024 · ODI 11577723

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2018 Mazda CX-3 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Mazda CX-3 have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2018 Mazda CX-3. The most recent, 23V487000 (reported July 14, 2023), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Mazda CX-3?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 10 filed with NHTSA (20%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2018 Mazda CX-3?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mazda recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mazda dealer.

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