2019 Mazda CX-3 Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Mazda CX-3.

20182020
Complaints
37
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2019 Mazda CX-3 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#18 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:30,133 mi
#25 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:29,056 mi
Crash-related:1
#32 complaints

Gasoline Fuel System

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Mazda CX-3.

Electrical Faults
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
30,133
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
29,056
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Adas:Autonomous/Self Driving
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Immobilizer/Proximity:Key/Sender
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Mazda CX-3

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~357,138 vehicles.

23V487000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~236,100 affected

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.

21V875000Fuel Pump
~121,038 affected

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.

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2019 Mazda CX-3 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Mazda CX-3 reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2019 Mazda CX-3 has 37 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 8 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Mazda CX-3?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (8 complaints, avg 30,133 mi); Steering Defects (5 complaints, avg 29,056 mi); Gasoline Fuel System (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Mazda CX-3?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 29,719 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Mazda CX-3?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Mazda CX-3 include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Mazda CX-3 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 357,138 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Mazda CX-3?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

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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