CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Mazda CX-3 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 48 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (11 reports).
2016 Mazda CX-3 recalls
Rearview camera may flicker or distort, reducing rear view
The rearview camera image may flicker or appear distorted on the display screen.
Liftgate Struts Can Corrode and Let Hatch Drop
Corrosion can weaken the liftgate support struts on certain Mazda3, Mazdaspeed3, Mazda5, CX-3 and CX-5 vehicles.
Loose Front Strut Bolts Can Cause Loss of Steering
The lower nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle can loosen over time.
Most common 2016 Mazda CX-3 problems
Problem areas named in the 48 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
What owners report
Itâs a safety risk with this car. The converter burns super fast, causing issues that seem like itâs related to transmission or alternator.
While driving on the highway on a posted 65mph, the fuel remaining on the vehicle was posted at 1/4, approx. 75miles remaining. The vehicle abruptly stalled and I managed to pull over on the side of the road. The vehicle then refused to start again. Had to bring it to a fuel station and refueled leading to the vehicle starting again. Dealership diagnosed a bad fuel pump and fuel rail.
The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was distorted on several occasions, and was black on other occasions. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2016 Mazda CX-3 questions
Does the 2016 Mazda CX-3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Mazda CX-3: Rearview camera may flicker or distort, reducing rear view; Liftgate Struts Can Corrode and Let Hatch Drop; Loose Front Strut Bolts Can Cause Loss of Steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mazda CX-3?
Based on 48 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (11), Unknown Or Other (10), Exterior Lighting (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Mazda CX-3 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.