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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2021 Mazda CX-30 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
101
Latest campaign
Feb 22, 2021

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Tires1Feb 22, 2021
Structure1Feb 18, 2021

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Feb 22, 2021Latest campaign
Feb 22, 202121V101000

Tires: valve

A sudden air leak from the tire air valve may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

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What's wrong
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2021 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles. Air may suddenly leak from the tire air valve.
Risk
A sudden air leak from the tire air valve may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four tire air valves with new parts, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4721B.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V101000 · Feb 22, 2021
Feb 18, 202121V086000

Structure: body hatchback/liftgate

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.

DetailsHide details for campaign 21V086000
What's wrong
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.
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.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V086000 · Feb 18, 2021
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 component101

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
101Complaints filed
10Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
13Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Engine4949000
Electrical system1414000
Forward collision avoidance1212404
Unknown or other1010000
Visibility/wiper99000
Service brakes88401
Power train88000
Vehicle speed control88302
Visibility33000
Air bags33203
Fuel/propulsion system33000
Seats22000
Hydraulic22101
Lane departure11000
Wheels11000

6 more components with fewer complaints not shown. 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

  • Electrical system

    “For the past 2 years there has been a severe parasitic battery drain issue that drains that battery partially or in some cases completely ruins new batteries.”

    Filed 09/20/2026 · ODI 11765721
  • Visibility

    “The climate control system suffered a sudden, complete failure due to an engineering defect documented in Mazda Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) ID: MC-10203760-0001.”

    Filed 07/27/2026 · ODI 11753153
  • Engine

    “Excessive oil consumption. Regularly have a low oil warning come up about 6000 kms after an oil change. Oil is always low when checked.”

    Filed 07/05/2026 · ODI 11748372

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2021 Mazda CX-30 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Mazda CX-30 have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Mazda CX-30. The most recent, 21V101000 (reported February 22, 2021), concerns tires. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Mazda CX-30?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 49 complaints out of 101 filed with NHTSA (49%). Across all complaints, owners reported 10 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Mazda CX-30?

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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