2020 Mazda Mazda3 Recalls & Safety Report
The following open safety recalls are on record with the U.S. NHTSA for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3. Recalls apply to specific VINs and build ranges. Check your VIN to confirm which affect your vehicle.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER Critical safety
Summary: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020 CX-30 and Mazda3 vehicles. The front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly allowing the calipers to loosen.
Risk: Loose brake calipers can reduce braking performance or interfere with wheel rotation, affecting vehicle handling. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary. If bolts are missing, the affected brake caliper will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4420F.
NHTSA campaign # 20V346000 · Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations · Reported: 2020-06-12 · Brakes
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Critical safety
Summary: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mazda3 vehicles. The Smart Brake System (SBS) can falsely detect an obstacle while driving, activating the automatic emergency braking system and suddenly stopping the vehicle.
Risk: Stopping the vehicle unexpectedly increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the SBS software. In addition, vehicles with certain production dates will receive an instrument cluster software update or replacement and a replacement owner's manual. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4219L.
NHTSA campaign # 19V907000 · Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations · Reported: 2019-12-19
Recall summary
This 2020 Mazda Mazda3 has 2 open recalls on record with the U.S. NHTSA.
By affected component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER — 1 recall
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING — 1 recall
By severity
- Critical safety — 2
Most recent recall reported: 2020-06-12.
Recall data is sourced from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2020 Mazda Mazda3 have open recalls?
Yes — there are 2 open NHTSA safety recalls on record for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3. Recalls apply to specific VIN and build ranges, so check your exact VIN to confirm which affect your vehicle.
How do I check if a recall applies to my exact VIN?
This page lists recalls at the model level. Enter your 17-character VIN on our free VIN lookup to see which recalls apply to your specific car and to monitor it for new ones.
Who pays for a recall repair?
Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge by a franchised dealer for the affected make — the manufacturer covers the cost. Start by confirming your VIN is affected, then contact a dealer.
About this report
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