Model year
2020 Mazda 3
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name 3 for 2020. Under the matched name MAZDA3, NHTSA lists 2 recalls and 32 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints for MAZDA3 are FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING (13), FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS (9), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3). NHTSA rated 4 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 27–30 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,250–$2,500, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2004 145 complaints
- 2005 97 complaints
- 2006 166 complaints
- 2007 222 complaints
- 2008 303 complaints
- 2009 115 complaints
- 2010 686 complaints
- 2011 132 complaints
- 2012 226 complaints
- 2013 117 complaints
- 2014 138 complaints
- 2015 130 complaints
- 2016 104 complaints
- 2017 84 complaints
- 2018 110 complaints
- 2019 74 complaints
- 2020 32 complaints
- 2021 54 complaints
- 2022 24 complaints
- 2023 12 complaints
- 2024 12 complaints
- 2025 8 complaints
- 2026 1 complaints
Matched NHTSA names
The EPA model name is not itself a name in the NHTSA file for 2020. The counts in the answer are the sum of the names below. Overlap between those names is not removed.
| NHTSA name | Recalls | Complaints | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAZDA3 | 2 | 32 | 0 |
Recalls for MAZDA3
20V346000 · Jun 12, 2020
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
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.
19V907000 · Dec 19, 2019
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
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.
Complaints for MAZDA3
32 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations for MAZDA3
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Mazda Mazda3 4 DR AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.101 | NHTSA photo |
| 2020 Mazda Mazda3 4 DR FWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.101 | NHTSA photo |
| 2020 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.101 | — |
| 2020 Mazda Mazda3 5 HB FWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.101 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 4-Door 4WD · 2.5L · Automatic (S6) · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 | 33 | 28 | — | — | $2,400 |
| 3 5-Door 2WD · 2.5L · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 | 35 | 29 | — | — | $2,300 |
| 3 5-Door 2WD · 2.5L · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 | 35 | 30 | — | — | $2,250 |
| 3 5-Door 4WD · 2.5L · Automatic (S6) · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 24 | 32 | 27 | — | — | $2,500 |
| 3 4-Door 2WD · 2.5L · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 | 35 | 30 | — | — | $2,250 |
| 3 4-Door 2WD · 2.5L · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 | 36 | 30 | — | — | $2,250 |
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Check a vehicle
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