Model year 2020 · Mazda

2020 Mazda Mazda3 recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3. The most recent was reported on June 12, 2020. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: MAZDA3.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3, newest first
NHTSA number	Reported	Component
20V346000	June 12, 2020	Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper
19V907000	December 19, 2019	Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking

Systems involved: Forward Collision Avoidance (1) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 20V346000Manufacturer no. 4420F

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper

Report received by NHTSA: June 12, 2020
Owner notification: July 24, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 24,037 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: MAZDA3

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

Loose brake calipers can reduce braking performance or interfere with wheel rotation, affecting vehicle handling. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary. If bolts are missing, the affected brake caliper will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4420F.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V346000, filed by Mazda North American Operations. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V907000Manufacturer no. 4219L

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking

Report received by NHTSA: December 19, 2019
Owner notification: February 14, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 35,390 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3: September 25, 2018 – October 23, 2019
Model names in the NHTSA record: MAZDA3

Defect summary

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.

Safety risk

Stopping the vehicle unexpectedly increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the SBS software. In addition, vehicles with certain production dates will receive an instrument cluster software update or replacement and a replacement owner's manual. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4219L.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V907000, filed by Mazda North American Operations. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: June 12, 2020.