Worst 2017 Mazda CX-3 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Fuel System
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Mazda CX-3.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 8 | — | — | 22,225 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Backup Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Fuel Pump | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System | 1 | — | — | — |
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Mazda CX-3. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Recalls for 2017 Mazda CX-3
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~236,100 vehicles.
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.
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2017 Mazda CX-3 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2017 Mazda CX-3 reliable?
What are common problems with the 2017 Mazda CX-3?
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Does the 2017 Mazda CX-3 have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2017 Mazda CX-3?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Mazda CX-3 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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