Model year 2017 · Compact Cars

2017 Mazda CX-3: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings

EPA rates the 2017 Mazda CX-3 at 29–31 mpg combined across 2 versions. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 21 owner complaints for this model year. Its best NHTSA overall crash-test rating is 5 out of 5 stars.

Safety recalls

1

EPA combined mpg

29–31

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

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.

2017 Mazda CX-3 recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 1 safety recall for the 2017 Mazda CX-3, newest first.

Back over prevention: Sensing system: Camera

NHTSA 23V487000 Reported Jul 14, 2023
Filed by
Mazda Motor Corp. (manufacturer recall no. 6023G)
Units affected
236,100 (estimate)
Problem
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
Risk
A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.

2017 Mazda CX-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.

2017 Mazda CX-3 EPA fuel economy
VersionEngineTransmissionDriveFuelCity/Hwy/CombFuel cost/yrCO2 g/mi
CX-3 2WD2.0L 4-cylAutomatic 6-speedFront-Wheel DriveRegular29/34/31 mpg$2,150288
CX-3 4WD2.0L 4-cylAutomatic 6-speed4-Wheel DriveRegular27/32/29 mpg$2,300308

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.

2017 Mazda CX-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.

2017 Mazda CX-3 NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Tested vehicleOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover riskForward collision warning
2017 Mazda CX-3 SUV AWD5 stars5 stars5 stars4 stars13.6%Optional
2017 Mazda CX-3 SUV FWD5 stars5 stars5 stars4 stars13.8%Optional

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.

2017 Mazda CX-3 owner complaints

Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Mazda CX-3, most recently on Mar 19, 2025. 2 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 0 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.

Most-cited components in 2017 Mazda CX-3 complaints
Component named in complaintsMentions
Fuel/propulsion system8
Engine3
Electrical system2
Unknown or other2
Vehicle speed control2
Air bags1
Back over prevention1
Exterior lighting1
Fuel system, gasoline1
Fuel system, other: Delivery: Fuel pump1

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.

Other Mazda CX-3 model years

Mazda CX-3 by model year
YearCombinedRecallsComplaintsOverall rating
2021 CX-329–31 mpg145/5
2020 CX-329–31 mpg115/5
2019 CX-329–31 mpg2275/5
2018 CX-329–31 mpg1105/5
2016 CX-329–31 mpg3485/5

All Mazda CX-3 years compared · Decode a VIN

Other 2017 Mazda models

2017 Mazda 22017 Mazda 32017 Mazda 62017 Mazda CX-52017 Mazda CX-92017 Mazda MX-5

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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