2022 Mazda MAZDA3 Problems
- Complaints
- 24filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 27,287miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 4 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- —not in EPA data
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2022 Mazda MAZDA3 (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 2022 Mazda MAZDA3. The part named most often is air bags, with 12 complaints (50% of the total), followed by electrical system (5) and engine (2). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 27,287 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 436 technical service bulletins for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 8 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 177 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags12 50%
- Electrical system5 21%
- Engine2 8.3%
- Seat belts2 8.3%
- Body and structure2 8.3%
- Other or unknown1 4.2%
Also reported: Seats (1), Vehicle speed control (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Air bags: “I was rear ended while at complete stop by someone going over 40mph on 12/19/22. My airbags did not deploy and my seat belts did not lock out. Directly after being hit my phone flashed a safety fracture malfunction on the dash board and then sent the notification to the mazda app on my phone.”
NHTSA complaint #11500455, filed 2023-01Electrical system: ““My 2022 Mazda 3 is experiencing an ‘in-network malfunction’ related to the vehicle’s internal communication system. Multiple technicians have told me this is an internal vehicle network/communication fault, not caused by wear or damage. The dealer refuses to repair it unless I pay out-of-pocket, even though this appears to be a manufacturer defect in the electrical network system, (TCU)This malfunction affects the reliability of the vehicle’s electronics and could impact safety systems while driving. …”
NHTSA complaint #11703034, filed 2025-12Engine: “I purchased the car on 02/05/2022, the car mileage is close to 15, 500 miles, on 03/03/2023 the car displayed a vehicle issue message stating low oil level. I checked the oil level dipstick and it was in fact below the minimum line. I added 1 quart of oil as advised by owner's manual. On 3/13/2023, I had an appointment with the dealership for inspection and the dealership confirmed there are no oil leaks and stated the car is fine. The car was not due for oil change and that time, so it had burned a substantial amount of oil. The dealership told me to keep an eye on the oil levels. …”
NHTSA complaint #11511602, filed 2023-03Seat belts: “On 8/11/2022, my car indicated a message on my dashboard that said “Air Bag System Malfunction. Have the Vehicle Inspected.” I also received a Safety & Security message in my Inbox on my app that stated “Air bag system and seat belt pre-tensioner system malfunction. Vehicle airbags and seat belt pre-tensioner may not operate correctly in an emergency. Have the vehicle inspected by your dealer.” This message was received multiple times. I called the dealer and they weren’t sure what it meant so I took it to them on October 6, I dropped off my car at the dealer. …”
NHTSA complaint #11493145, filed 2022-11Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 27,287 and 27,287 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2022 Mazda MAZDA3. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAZDA3 · sedan AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 10.1% risk |
| MAZDA3 · hatchback AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 10.1% risk |
| MAZDA3 · hatchback FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 10.1% risk |
| MAZDA3 · sedan FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 10.1% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2022 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2021: same overall rating; 2023: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2022 Mazda MAZDA3 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 436 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037900Sep 17, 2026Electrical system, Other or unknown. Mazda Connected Services - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SAs listed below. The changes are noted in Red text.
- 11037899Sep 11, 2026Electrical system. DESCRIPTION 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…
- 11037634Sep 10, 2026Electrical system, Other or unknown. This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued service alert listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. SA-038/26 08/18/26 and 06/15/26 DESCRIPTION Some customers may complain about any…
- 11037018Sep 4, 2026Exterior lighting, Engine, Other or unknown, Electrical…. This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued service alert listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. SA-038/26 06/15/26 DESCRIPTION Some customers may complain about any of the…
- 11037019Aug 19, 2026Electrical system, Other or unknown. This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. SA-039/26 06/15/26 Mazda Connect Symptom Troubleshooting DESCRIPTION Customers having MAZDA…
- 11037011Aug 19, 2026Electrical system, Wheels. This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. SA-006/23 01/23/23 DESCRIPTION Some customers may complain about the infotainment…
- 11037010Aug 18, 2026Other or unknown. DESCRIPTION Some customers may complain about SiriusXM Travel Link, Traffic Plus showing expired even though the customer purchased a paid subscription. SiriusXM audio packages do not include…
- 11035595Jul 8, 2026Steering, Electrical system. DESCRIPTION Some customers may complain that the electric power steering warning light illuminates after engine start and DTC U2011:1C is stored. Zinc-plated whisker may form inside the EPS motor…
- 11035606Jul 2, 2026Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red. SA-063/24 09/06/24 DESCRIPTION The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system can malfunction with the following…
- 11035597Jul 2, 2026Seats. This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red. 09-016/26 05/06/26 DESCRIPTION Some customers may complain that the seat warmer does not…
Other model years of the Mazda MAZDA3
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8 | — | 1 | 5 | — | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 12 | 1,900 | 3 | 5 | — | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 12 | 2,500 | 0 | 5 | — | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 24 | 27,287 | 0 | 5 | — | — | Rising |
| 2021 | 54 | 1,700 | 1 | 5 | — | 29 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2020 | 32 | 2,000 | 2 | 5 | — | 10 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2019 | 74 | 5,000 | 6 | — | — | 65 · More | Falling |
| 2018 | 110 | 29,850 | 4 | 5 | — | 35 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2017 | 84 | 28,692 | 2 | 5 | — | 16 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2016 | 104 | 36,806 | 6 | 5 | — | 58 · Typical | Rising |
| 2015 | 130 | 33,500 | 4 | 5 | — | 67 · More | Rising |
| 2014 | 138 | 34,250 | 4 | 5 | — | 47 · Typical | Rising |
| 2013 | 117 | 40,660 | 1 | 4 | 27 | 9 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2012 | 226 | 39,500 | 1 | 4 | 27 | 52 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 132 | 45,100 | 2 | 4 | 27 | 37 · Typical | Falling |
| 2010 | 686 | 59,036 | 3 | — | 27 | 99 · More | Falling |
| 2009 | 115 | 33,681 | 3 | — | 25 | 69 · More | Stable |
| 2008 | 303 | 40,046 | 2 | — | 26 | 79 · More | Falling |
| 2007 | 222 | 73,000 | 2 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 166 | 71,000 | 1 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 97 | 65,915 | 2 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 145 | 59,151 | 2 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
All Mazda MAZDA3 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2022 Mazda MAZDA3 have?
NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 2022 Mazda MAZDA3 as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2022 Mazda MAZDA3 is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 12 complaints (50% of the total), followed by electrical system with 5.
Has the 2022 Mazda MAZDA3 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2022 Mazda MAZDA3 do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2022 Mazda MAZDA3 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 4 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
At what mileage are problems with the 2022 Mazda MAZDA3 reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 27,287 miles and the middle half falls between 27,287 and 27,287 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.