Worst 2019 Mazda CX-3 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Steering Defects
Gasoline Fuel System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Mazda CX-3.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 8 | — | — | 30,133 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 5 | 1 | — | 29,056 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Backup Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Adas:Autonomous/Self Driving | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Immobilizer/Proximity:Key/Sender | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — |
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Recalls for 2019 Mazda CX-3
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~357,138 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.
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?
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Does the 2019 Mazda CX-3 have any recalls?
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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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