What are the most common Mazda CX-30 problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 3,850+ owner reports, the 2025 Mazda CX-30 has 6 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) Deactivates Air Bags After Full Battery Discharge - Recall 25V357000 (7525E), Infotainment System Freezing / CarPlay Disconnecting, Windshield Stress Cracking. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Mazda CX-30 reliable?
The 2025 Mazda CX-30 has 6 known issues documented across 3,850+ owner reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) Deactivates Air Bags After Full Battery Discharge - Recall 25V357000 (7525E). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Mazda CX-30 problems?
Repair costs for known Mazda CX-30 issues range from $0 to $1,200, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) Deactivates Air Bags After Full Battery Discharge - Recall 25V357000 (7525E), typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2024-2025 Mazda CX-30 Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) Deactivates Air Bags After Full Battery Discharge - Recall 25V357000 (7525E)?
On 2024-2025 CX-30 vehicles the Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor unit can latch an internal fault code when the 12V battery is completely discharged - specifically when the ignition is left in the ON position for more than about two hours without the engine running. Once the vehicle… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
What is the 2020-2025 Mazda CX-30 Infotainment System Freezing / CarPlay Disconnecting?
The Mazda Connect infotainment system in CX-30 frequently freezes, reboots, or loses Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connection. Issues are exacerbated by certain phone models and iOS/Android updates. Wireless CarPlay implementations are particularly unstable. Firmware updates from Ma… Repairs typically run $0-$800. Severity: medium.
What is the 2020-2025 Mazda CX-30 Windshield Stress Cracking?
CX-30 windshields are prone to developing stress cracks without external impact. The acoustic laminated glass used for noise reduction appears more susceptible to temperature changes and frame flex. Cracks often originate from the edges or near the base of the windshield. Multipl… Repairs typically run $400-$1,200. Severity: medium.
What is the 2020-2025 Mazda CX-30 A/C Condenser Leak?
The A/C condenser in the CX-30 is prone to developing pinhole leaks from road debris impact and corrosion. The condenser sits exposed behind the front grille with minimal protection. Refrigerant loss causes gradual A/C performance degradation until the system stops cooling entire… Repairs typically run $400-$900. Severity: medium.
What is the 2020-2025 Mazda CX-30 Cylinder Deactivation Valvetrain Tapping/Rattle (Switchable HLA Air Entrapment) - SA-026/23?
CX-30s with the 2.5L naturally aspirated SkyActiv-G equipped with cylinder deactivation can develop a tapping/rattling noise from the valve train area. Mazda traces it to the switchable hydraulic lash adjusters (HLAs) used by cylinder deactivation, which malfunction when air bubb… Severity: medium.
What is the 2020-2025 Mazda CX-30 i-Activsense False Emergency Braking & Spurious Brake/Driver-Assist Warnings?
CX-30 owners report the i-Activsense automatic emergency braking system activating with no real obstacle (phantom braking) or grabbing when maneuvering around vehicles at low speed, with the system noticeably more sensitive than rivals even at its lowest setting. Owners also repo… Severity: medium.
