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2020 Mazda Mazda3 recalls

2 recalls are on record with NHTSA for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3.

2020 Mazda Mazda3 recall lookup visual: Vehicle rear underside raised on a dark service lift with cool metal light and red reflection

Methodology: recall and complaint counts are pulled from NHTSA public data by make, model, and model year during the site build. This page is not a VIN-specific open-recall status.

Sources and review: source: NHTSA recalls and complaints datasets. Last reviewed June 2026; author: VinSleuth editorial desk; reviewer: Vehicle public-records review.

2 Open recalls
31 Complaints
0 Fire reports
0 Crash reports

Recall details

Recall FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING #19V907000 Reported 19/12/2019

Defect

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.

Free fix

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.

Recall SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER #20V346000 Reported 12/06/2020

Defect

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.

Free fix

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.

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What owners complain about

Top components in 31 NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 12
STEERING 3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 3
SERVICE BRAKES 3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 3
TIRES 1
POWER TRAIN 1
SUSPENSION 1

Frequently asked

How many recalls does the 2020 Mazda Mazda3 have?

2 recalls are on record with NHTSA for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3. Recall repairs are always free at a franchise dealer.

Do I have to pay to fix a Mazda recall?

No. Federal law requires manufacturers to repair safety recalls for free at any authorized dealer, regardless of who owns the vehicle or its warranty status.

Is this recall list specific to my VIN?

This page lists recalls reported to NHTSA for every 2020 Mazda Mazda3. To confirm whether a recall is still open for one specific VIN, enter it in our decoder or check with Mazda. NHTSA has no public by-VIN recall feed, so we look up the make, model, and year.

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