2016 Mazda CX-3 vs 2017 Mazda CX-3
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Mazda CX-3 | 2017 Mazda CX-3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 48 | 21 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 656 | 517 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–31 | 29–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 27,700 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-3 | Mazda CX-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 11 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 6 | 1 |
| Engine | 4 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 6 |
2016 Mazda CX-3
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.