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2022 Mazda Mazda3: recalls and problems

No recalls and 24 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is air bags.

0recalls
24complaints
1crashes reported
0fires reported
2injuries reported

Recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2022 Mazda Mazda3. Individual cars can still have open manufacturer campaigns, so check your VIN.

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Most common problems

  • Air Bags11 · 46%
  • Electrical System4 · 17%
  • Structure2 · 8%
  • Engine2 · 8%
  • Power Train2 · 8%
  • Seat Belts2 · 8%
  • Visibility/Wiper1 · 4%
  • Back Over Prevention1 · 4%
  • Vehicle Speed Control1 · 4%
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages1 · 4%

What owners report

Electrical System,Visibility/Wiper,Back Over Prevention

The vehicle's connectivity master unit (cmu) / infotainment system has experienced a complete, permanent internal electronic failure, logged by diagnostic trouble code dtc u3000:49 (control module internal electronic failure). the main display screen is completely dark at all times and never powers on or responds. the unit is available for inspection upon request. this total hardware failure creates critical safety

Vehicle Speed Control

Transmission control unit (tcu) failure with error code p061b in 2022 mazda 3. problem began approximately 6 months after purchase (february 2023, mileage 8181). despite five repair attempts by russell & smith mazda houston (august 8, 2023; january 22, 2025; april 8, 2025; october 13, 2025; december 23, 2025), dealer has been unable to correct the issue. tcu malfunction substantially impairs vehicle use and creates s

Electrical 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 r

Electrical System

Car doesn't start if sitting more than 4 days untouched. when i went to the dealer, they informed me they know about the issue but nothing can be done about it. they even told me what the issue was, there's something in the car (they don't know what) that draws a lot of power non stop. kills the battery and some time will get stuck mid ignition. i've replaced the battery a few times as well. it's very stressful tryin

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2022 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2022 Mazda Mazda3 4 DR AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2022 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2022 Mazda Mazda3 4 DR FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Mazda3. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.