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Buying a used 2020 Mazda MAZDA3? Check these 2 recalls first
Two high-severity recalls, both braking related: automatic braking that can stop the car unexpectedly, and front brake parts on the Mazda3 and CX-30 that may loosen. Neither carries a stop-driving or park-outside warning. The unverified NHTSA complaint file is small at 32 reports with no crashes, fires or injuries logged, but its shape matches the recalls, forward collision avoidance is the top area at 15, ahead of steering, electrical system and service brakes at 3 each.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify both recalls by VIN, especially the front brake fastener repair
- Ask whether the automatic braking has ever engaged without a real obstacle, and when it last happened
- Have the front brakes inspected for loose or missing hardware before purchase
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Mazda dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2020 Mazda MAZDA3
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Mazda3 automatic braking can stop car unexpectedly | Forward Collision Avoidance | high |
| Mazda3 and CX-30 front brake parts may loosen | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
32 complaints filed for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Assistance | 17 | Yes |
| Steering | 3 | None found |
| Electrical System | 3 | None found |
| Brakes | 3 | Yes |
| Fuel System | 2 | None found |
| Suspension | 2 | None found |