2023 Mazda CX-30 Technical Service Bulletins

318 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2023 Mazda CX-30. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10252509Mar 14, 2024Engine cooling, Electrical system, Equipment. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop, Door Lock / Unlock, Lights ON / OFF, Climate control
• 10252503Mar 14, 2024Electrical system. Some customers may experience a “Telematics Malfunction” message in the instrument cluster with DTC U3000:04-TCU (Telematics communication unit internal malfunction) stored in memory. This is caused by improper control software of the telematics communication unit (TCU). To eliminate this concern, the control software of the TCU has been modified.
• 10252508Mar 8, 2024Brakes. Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging. If you encounter a customer complaint for any one of these symptoms, refer to the following information to understand why symptoms may occur, and to better assist the customer in resolving their specific brake concern.
• 10252507Mar 6, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Due to limitations, certain vehicles from 2016 to current models might display an inaccurate transmission part number in the Global Electronic Parts Catalog (GEPC). To provide support in such cases, a temporary lookup guide has been developed for assistance.
• 10252502Mar 4, 2024Brakes. Symptom 1: Some customers may complain about hearing a grinding noise and/or vibration occur when applying the brake. This is due to rust on the rear brake disc plate. Symptom 2: Some vehicles may exhibit a squeal noise from the rear brakes when braking lightly while driving at a slow speed. The squeal noise is caused by the disk pad surface fluctuating.
• 10251391Feb 21, 2024Engine cooling, Equipment, Electrical system. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): General Questions, Reception Level Inspection, Setup and Getting Started, Dealer Processes, Registration / Enrollment, TCU Activation, WI-FI General Information, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Will Not Function, WI-FI How-To Conditions for Remote Engine Start Function Will turn engine OFF, WI-FI Trial Period, Deactivation Mode, Interacting With The App, Educational Videos…
• 10251370Feb 16, 2024Wheels, Tires. Some customers may complain that the tire sidewalls are distorted or "damaged". Sidewall waviness/indentations/undulations are common on radial tires and are more noticeable on tires with taller sidewalls. The higher the tire pressure, the more noticeable the effect will be. Be sure to set the tire pressures at the recommended tire pressure on the vehicle tire label. Sidewall indentations are a cosmetic condition…
• 10251369Feb 16, 2024Tires, Suspension, Wheels. Some vehicles may exhibit a steering shimmy or body vibration during the PDI test drive or during the first few miles of driving after the vehicle has been delivered to the customer due to flat spots on the tires. Flat spots on tires may be caused by improper maintenance during dealer storage (e.g.: Vehicle was left stationary for a prolonged period of time in high ambient temperatures).
• 10251387Feb 12, 2024Steering, Engine cooling, Brakes, Transmission and drivetrain, Wheels, Tires. Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manual. Services performed outside of Mazda's factory scheduled maintenance are not recommended. These services are unnecessary and create unneeded expenses for your customers.
• 10251390Feb 8, 2024Equipment, Electrical system, Engine cooling. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): General Questions, Reception Level Inspection, Setup and Getting Started, Dealer Processes, Registration / Enrollment, TCU Activation, WI-FI General Information, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Will Not Function, WI-FI How-To Conditions for Remote Engine Start Function Will turn engine OFF, WI-FI Trial Period, Deactivation Mode, Interacting With The App, Educational Videos…
• 10251367Feb 5, 2024Brakes. NOTE: Before proceeding, perform MGSS Vehicle Inquiry (MGSS -> Other Applications -> Warranty Veh. Inq. -> RECALLS / SPECIAL SERVICE PROGRAMS -> Status) and check for Open campaigns. If any of the following campaigns are open, complete the campaign before proceeding with this service information.
• 10251373Feb 1, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
• 10249503Jan 25, 2024Seats, Other or unknown. Some customers may complain of a squeaking noise from the driver side seat back. The noise may be due to rubbing between the lumbar part of the driver’s seat back (1) and the rear console lid. The lumbar support pad may be deformed outward and may rub against the rear console lid while driving or when adjusting the seat memory. This can cause a squeaking noise.
• 10248393Dec 20, 2023Engine cooling. Some customers may experience the check engine light ON with DTC P0126:00 (Thermostat stuck open) and one or more of the following symptoms: The engine takes longer to warm up The engine temperature gauge fluctuates The low coolant temperature indicator (blue) light stays on longer or comes on while driving Poor heater performance, especially at idle
• 10248394Dec 18, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. Some vehicles may exhibit an “In Vehicle Network Malfunction” message appearing in the instrument cluster with DTC U3000:04-TCU (Telematics communication unit internal malfunction) stored after the connected service contract has been discontinued. This is caused by improper control software of the telematics communication unit (TCU). To eliminate this concern, the control software of the TCU has been modified
• 10248390Dec 8, 2023Steering, Body and structure. Before judging a steering wheel as having premature wear or a defect, first clean the steering wheel as explained in the repair information. Some vehicles may have steering wheel stains caused by chemicals such as hand lotions.
• 10248388Dec 7, 2023Electrical system, Equipment. Qi Wireless Charger symptom troubleshooting
• 10248387Dec 7, 2023Electrical system, Equipment. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): General Questions Reception Level Inspection Setup and Getting Started Dealer Processes Registration / Enrollment TCU Activation WI-FI General Informatio Conditions for Remote Engine Start Will Not Function WI-FI How-To Conditions for Remote Engine Start Function Will turn engine OFF WI-FI Trial Period Deactivation Mode Interacting With The App Educational Videos Service Issues…
• 10248392Dec 5, 2023Engine cooling. There is a concern that some water pumps are being replaced that are not faulty, due to signs of a very small coolant leak from the bleed hole. This Service Alert is to inform you about the water pump sealing mechanism and the criteria if replacement is necessary or not.
• 10248389Dec 5, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. When the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) replacement is necessary due to a failure, use MDARS to activate the new TCU after replacement. Use the information in this service alert to initialize the new TCU until the procedure on MGSS is updated.. CAUTION: DO NOT swap TCU with another vehicle as the TCU is VIN locked after activation. A TCU swap with another vehicle will disable Connected Services on both vehicles. If…
• 10248348Dec 1, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. Some customers may complain about color discrepancies (brightness differences) of the image displayed on the screen when using the 360°view monitor. As this phenomenon is not a system failure, do not make any repairs or replace any parts.
• 10246133Nov 20, 2023Seats. At PDI or when new vehicle is delivered, some customers may complain about wrinkles on the leather seat cushion and/or seat back surface.
• 10246216Nov 15, 2023Brakes, Equipment. This information will give you the necessary knowledge to respond to customers concerns of Smart Brake Support (SBS) unintended braking. By educating the customer on the system operation, it should reduce their anxiety or distrust of the vehicle.
• 10246210Nov 14, 2023Electrical system, Equipment, Other or unknown. In-Vehicle Network Malfunction error message and Master Warning light ON with DTC U3000:04 (Telematics communication unit internal malfunction) stored.
• 10246147Nov 14, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. Some customers may experience no sound from the audio system and/or the audio source cannot be changed. This concern may be caused by the remote tuner not operating properly under certain situations. To eliminate this concern, the remote tuner control software has been modified.
• 10246127Nov 14, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. Some vehicles may exhibit a chirp noise (stick-slip noise) from the automatic transaxle (AT) when shifting from 3 to 4 while driving. This may be caused by the automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) being contaminated by iron powder due to excessive wearing of the lock up clutch in the torque converter.
• 10246121Nov 7, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code.
• 10244672Oct 31, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. Some vehicles may exhibit a chirp noise (stick-slip noise) from the automatic transaxle (AT) when shifting from 3 to 4 while driving. This may be caused by the automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) being contaminated by iron powder due to excessive wearing of the lock up clutch in the torque converter.
• 10244585Oct 31, 2023Other or unknown, Electrical system, Body and structure. A customers may experience a roof water leak. The symptoms may include: Water in the spare tire well, Water in the rear differential, Electrical malfunctions, Infotainment system no audio sound from radio or other audio sources due to Remote Tuner water intrusion. The source of the leak may be pinhole anywhere along the roof seams under the 2 trim strips (where the roof rails attach). Depending on the location of…
• 10244669Oct 23, 2023Equipment, Engine cooling. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop, Door Lock / Unlock, Lights ON / OFF
• 10244679Oct 11, 2023Electrical system, Engine cooling, Equipment. If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by asking if any aftermarket devices have been installed. Aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical concern. Below are a few examples of unusual electrical concerns caused by aftermarket devices.
• 10244661Oct 10, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. When the power windows are operated many times without being fully closed, small errors of the window position sensor may accumulate and cause improper operation of the jam-safe function. To reduce the risk of this occurrence, the AUTO function is disabled if the power window is operated 10 consecutive times without being fully closed (turning the ignition OFF and then ON does not reset the counting).
• 10244665Oct 6, 2023Equipment. Some customers may complain about the Active Driving Display not displaying turn by turn (TBT) travel direction or navigation information.
• 10244670Oct 3, 2023Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Some customers may complain about engine surging 100-200 rpm when accelerating up a hill at altitudes around 6,700 feet or higher. This concern may be caused by improper PCM control software in particular situations. To eliminate this concern, the PCM control software has been modified.
• 10243560Sep 28, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. A New Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF-A7) is being used for some 2023 and 2024 models. ATF-A7 is an extremely low viscosity formulation with low friction to achieve best-in-class fuel economy and driving performance.
• 10243568Sep 15, 2023Brakes. Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging. If you encounter a customer complaint for any one of these symptoms, refer to the following information to understand why symptoms may occur, and to better assist the customer in resolving their specific brake concern.
• 10243546Sep 15, 2023Brakes. Symptom 1: Some customers may complain about hearing a grinding noise and/or vibration occur when applying the brake. This is due to rust on the rear brake disc plate. Symptom 2: Some vehicles may exhibit a squeal noise from the rear brakes when braking lightly while driving at a slow speed. The squeal noise is caused by the disk pad surface fluctuating.
• 10243559Sep 14, 2023Equipment. MNAO has recently found an increase in non-returned cores within the United Radio (UR) exchange program. As a reminder, dealers have 90 days, after the order is placed, to return the exchanged part. Failure to return the exchanged part will result in a debit of the full component price.
• 10243569Sep 13, 2023Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection.
• 10241637Aug 28, 2023Electrical system. Some customers may complain about scratches on the instrument cluster lens.
• 10241636Aug 28, 2023Electrical system. Qi Wireless Charger Symptom Troubleshooting
• 10241635Aug 28, 2023Electrical system. Qi Wireless Charger Symptom Troubleshooting
• 10241634Aug 28, 2023Equipment, Engine cooling, Exterior lighting. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop, Door Lock / Unlock, Lights ON / OFF
• 10241607Aug 17, 2023Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Some customers may complain about engine surging 100-200 rpm when accelerating up a hill at altitudes around 6,700 feet or higher. This concern may be caused by improper PCM control software in particular situations.
• 10241612Aug 16, 2023Engine cooling. A new cylinder head assembly for service parts has been newly established for SKYACTIV-G 2.5 with cylinder deactivation when replacement is needed. Valves, valve springs, valve spring seats, and cotters (IN/EX) are included in the new assembly. Dealers can now utilize the Limited Parts Ordering (LPO) page on eMDCS to order the repair parts for 2.5L (with cylinder deactivation) and 2.5L turbo cylinder head repairs.
• 10241633Aug 15, 2023Engine cooling, Equipment, Exterior lighting. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop, Door Lock / Unlock, Lights ON / OFF
• 10240417Jul 25, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. Updated software release for concerns with MAZDA CONNECT infotainment system. Some vehicles may experience the symptoms mentioned below, which can be fixed with the latest software update (Ver. 7000C0A-NA06_12018 or later).
• 10240494Jul 21, 2023Equipment. Some customers may complain about the Active Driving Display not displaying turn by turn (TBT) travel direction or navigation information.
• 10240495Jul 11, 2023Electrical system. Some customers may experience the following: In-Vehicle Network Malfunction error message, Master Warning light ON, Connected Vehicle Reception Icon shows "X".
• 10240373Jul 10, 2023Electrical system, Seats. Some customers may complain that the seat warmer does not operate when turning the ignition on while the seat is warm but when turning the ignition off then on again, the seat warmer begins to operate appropriately. DTCs B1030:13 and/or B1032:13 are stored. This is caused by the seat warmers fail-safe mode which prevents it from working during the initial drive cycle. To correct this issue, the seat warmer has been…

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