Mazda · Mazda3 · 2023
2023 Mazda Mazda3
0
Recalls
12
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2023 Mazda Mazda3 has no recalls and 12 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: power train (3 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2023 Mazda Mazda3 page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is power train with 3 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2023 Mazda Mazda3 currently shows no active NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 12 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are power train (3), steering,electrical system,service brakes (1), unknown or other (1).
- Vehicle
- 2023 Mazda Mazda3
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 12
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
10.1% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Owner Complaints
12 totalSTEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
CRASH1 injuryJan 14, 2026
On 14th, 2026, while traveling at approximately 60 mph on the northbound 55 Freeway near the Katella exit, my vehicle suddenly began to shake violently without any prior warning. In response, I attempted to slow down by applying the brakes; however, the speedometer rapidly increa...
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POWER TRAIN
Jan 9, 2026
Transmission failure when driving. Car was towed to dealership and diagnosed. Transmission and torque converter replacement required under factory warranty. Very long lead time for dealer to acquire replacement parts, about 4 months.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Jan 16, 2025
The active braking support feature of this vehicle falsely warns me of an imminent collision. It happens pretty often, the system is obviously not quite smart enough. Last week, while accelerating away from a stop light in moderately heavy traffic, the active braking system APPLI...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Nov 30, 2024
My 2023 Mazda 3 started to have a more terrible and annoying rattle after 3000 miles. The engine will resonate and knock when it reaches a certain speed. The slow speed light throttle acceleration rattles. The most annoying thing is the multiple rattles inside, dash, door panels,...
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TIRES
Feb 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Mazda Mazda3 equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: Turanza EL440, Tire Size: 215/45/R18, DOT Number: [XXX] . The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the front passenger’s side tire had developed a sidewall bubble ...
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AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CRASHFIRENov 30, 2023
The contact's daughter had rented a 2023 Mazda Mazda 3. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle veered off to the left side of the highway and side-swiped a cable system; the vehicle then crashed into the end cap of a guardrail....
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE
FIRESep 2, 2023
I was driving on the highway and decided to switch int the left lane so I sped up and heard a big bang and what sounded like my bumper being dragged against the ground. I see on my dashboard that there’s an electrical and engine malfunction so I pullover and pop the hood. A bunch...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
CRASHMay 18, 2023
Automatic emergency braking suddenly engaged while driving on the highway. The car decelerated abruptly to a complete stop, causing the driver behind to rear-end me. There were no vehicles or obstacles in front of the car when the brakes engaged - the closest car was at least 100...
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POWER TRAIN
Mar 27, 2023
Cars lurches/jerks at low speeds when shifting 1-2 gears and sometimes rpm bounces up and down when downshifting.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 15, 2023
While driving in snow storm I had to pull over and I noticed lights were covered with snow . LED lights will not produce heat to melt snow The lip above and the ledge below traps the snow and with the way the headlights are set up the snow sticks on the lights which affects visi...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Mazda Mazda3 have?
The 2023 Mazda Mazda3 has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2023 Mazda Mazda3?
NHTSA has received 12 owner-reported complaints for the 2023 Mazda Mazda3.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2023 Mazda Mazda3?
The 2023 Mazda Mazda3 received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Mazda Mazda3?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2023 Mazda Mazda3 are power train (3 reports), steering,electrical system,service brakes (1 reports), unknown or other (1 reports).
Does the 2023 Mazda Mazda3 have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2023 Mazda Mazda3. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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