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Mazda CX-30 2023

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD 4x4

Specifications

Engine
2,500 cc
4
Cylinders4
Drivetrain4x4
Body styleSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

Safety

Crash-test results across markets. They can vary by version and equipment.

IIHS
Results · 4 door suv · Top Safety Pick
🇺🇸 Local data
Small overlap front: driver-sideGood
Small overlap front: passenger-sideGood
Moderate overlap front: original testGood
Side: updated testGood
Roof strengthGood
Head restraints & seatsGood
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Fuel economy

🇺🇸 Local data
City
9.0 L/100 km
Highway
7.1 L/100 km
Combined
8.1 L/100 km
Emissions
192 g/km
CO₂

Recalls

No recalls on record in our sources.

Common problems

24 reports🇺🇸 Local data

Reported by owners to the source below. It is not a verdict on this car: it is what people wrote.

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE 2026-09-10 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2023 Mazda CX-30. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the vehicle experienced erroneous Lane Assist and Brake Assist failures, causing the vehicle to drive into the wrong lane. The vehicle experienced acceleration and braking assist failures. Occasionally, the vehicle failed to imme…

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES 2026-08-01 · NHTSA

I am the original owner of a 2023 Mazda CX-30 AWD (VIN: [XXX]), purchased new on XXX from Mazda of Clearwater, [XXX]. This vehicle has experienced four separate warranty failure events involving critical safety systems within approximately 32 months and 44,530 miles of ownership. In June 2026, at approximately 44,50…

STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2026-05-14 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2023 Mazda. The contact stated that the vehicle was braking randomly while driving. There was an unknown malfunction code that flashed quickly. The steering was stiff and failed to turn. The steering wheel adjusted and guided the vehicle into the wrong lane. The RPM was sporadically reeving. The RPM…

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 2026-04-29 · NHTSA

Unexpected Automatic Emergency Braking Activation at Highway Speeds in Cold Temperatures. Description: I am reporting a safety issue with a 2023 Mazda CX-30 involving the collision avoidance / automatic emergency braking system. While driving at highway speeds, the system activates a forward collision war…

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE Crash 1 injured 2026-03-14 · NHTSA

While driving down the road a vehicle in front of me braked to stop for a bus loading kids, as I stepped on the brakes nothing happened and the vehicle surged forward. After the accident I viewed the vehicles onboard system status and it had logged several errors including errors to the activsense driver assist contr…

STEERING,SUSPENSION,WHEELS Crash 2026-02-06 · NHTSA

While attempting a left-hand turn, the steering wheel suddenly became stiff and unresponsive, as if the mechanical gear had bound. This sudden resistance made it impossible to complete the turn, causing the vehicle to strike a curb at low speed. A post-accident inspection at Lee Johnson Mazda (RO# 649854) confirmed ex…

UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2026-01-20 · NHTSA

My 2023 Mazda CX-30, which is currently under full manufacturer warranty, was brought to the dealer on October 10, 2025, specifically to address a safety defect involving white chemical particulates blowing through the HVAC vents. The dealership confirmed the failure of the "evaporative coating", which resulted in uni…

ENGINE 2025-12-19 · NHTSA

One day after oil and filter change, engine LOW OIL LEVEL light illuminated on dash. Engine oil dipstick displays full oil level; no signs on oil leaks under the vehicle. Appears to be failed oil level sensor. Upon restarting the vehicle, LOW OIL LEVEL light is turned off. Intermittently returns after some time of dri…

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 2025-08-11 · NHTSA

While coasting slowly through a parking lot at approximately 5-8mph I tapped the brake to slow further while making a tight turn and to safely pass a vehicle also turning towards me. This caused the car to lurch and accelerate as though my foot was on the gas pedal, but it wasn't. I had to step hard on the brake to br…

AIR BAGS 2025-03-21 · NHTSA

While driving at approximately 20 mph on a residential road during slushy conditions, the side curtain airbags deployed without warning. There was no collision, no impact, and no indication of a rollover or crash. A police officer arrived and completed a report, which noted no crash had occurred. The airbag deploymen…

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 1 injured 2025-03-14 · NHTSA

Others are at risk and below details how my safety was compromised. Powerlift gate/ trunk closed on my head and did not stop. It knocked me onto the ground and opened up a bloody gash on my head. Went to emergency room in the hospital to have them treat me with my head injury as I was bleeding with a head wound lacer…

AIR BAGS 2025-03-10 · NHTSA

On February 18, 2024, at approximately 12:00 PM, while driving at 20 mph in slushy but clear conditions, my 2023 Mazda CX-30’s curtain airbags deployed unexpectedly despite no significant collision occurring. •What system failed? oThe curtain airbag system deployed improperly without a crash, severe impact, or rollove…

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