Model year 2023 · Compact Cars, Midsize Cars
2023 Mazda 3: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings
EPA rates the 2023 Mazda 3 at 26–31 mpg combined across 8 versions. NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 12 owner complaints for this model year. Its best NHTSA overall crash-test rating is 5 out of 5 stars.
Safety recalls
0
EPA combined mpg
26–31
NHTSA overall rating
5/5
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT
NHTSA lists this vehicle as MAZDA3.
Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Mazda dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.
2023 Mazda 3 recalls
NHTSA's recall file lists 0 safety recalls for the 2023 Mazda 3, newest first.
No recalls are listed for the 2023 Mazda 3 in NHTSA's recall file as of Oct 27, 2026.
Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.
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2023 Mazda 3 fuel economy by version
EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination. Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City/Hwy/Comb | Fuel cost/yr | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 4-Door 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 28/36/31 mpg | $2,150 | 287 |
| 3 4-Door 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 28/37/31 mpg | $2,150 | 287 |
| 3 4-Door 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 26/35/30 mpg | $2,250 | 301 |
| 3 4-Door 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-speed | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23/32/27 mpg | $2,500 | 334 |
| 3 5-Door 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 26/36/30 mpg | $2,250 | 296 |
| 3 5-Door 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 27/35/30 mpg | $2,250 | 292 |
| 3 5-Door 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 26/33/29 mpg | $2,300 | 311 |
| 3 5-Door 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-speed | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23/31/26 mpg | $2,600 | 337 |
Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.
EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.
2023 Mazda 3 crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Tested vehicle | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk | Forward collision warning |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Mazda Mazda3 4 DR AWD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 10.1% | Standard |
| 2023 Mazda Mazda3 4 DR FWD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 10.1% | Standard |
| 2023 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB AWD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 10.1% | Standard |
| 2023 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB FWD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 10.1% | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.
Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.
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2023 Mazda 3 owner complaints
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Mazda 3, most recently on Mar 13, 2026. 3 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 1 injured people and 1 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.
| Component named in complaints | Mentions |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 3 |
| Power train | 3 |
| Unknown or other | 3 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance: Automatic emergency braking | 2 |
| Service brakes | 2 |
| Air bags | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Structure: Body | 1 |
Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.
Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.
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Sources
- Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
- Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
- Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
- Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
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