2021 Mazda Mazda3: problems, recalls and what it’s worth
1 recall campaign to confirm with a dealer.
Ask for the VIN and check it, then get a pre-purchase inspection.
Known problems on the 2021 Mazda Mazda3
No generation-wide weak spot is flagged in GarageIntel’s research for this year and model. A specific car can still have its own problems, so get it inspected.
2021 Mazda Mazda3 recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2021 Mazda Mazda3. Repairs are free at a dealer for the brand, and a dealer can confirm by VIN which were already done.
- Tires & wheels
A sudden air leak from the tire air valve may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Details 21V101000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2021 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles. Air may suddenly leak from the tire air valve.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four tire air valves with new parts, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4721B.
2021 Mazda Mazda3 safety investigations and free repairs
No open safety investigations.
Free repairs to ask about (warranty extensions):
- Engine: Additionally, you may notice one or more of the following symptoms: -Engine takes longer to warm up.
- Screen and audio: Mazda connect infotainment system limited warranty extension.
- Cooling: Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to conduct a Special Service Program (SSP) to extend the warranty coverage for a specific repair of the fail-safe…
- Fuel system: DENSO LOW-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM WARRANTY EXTENSION: Attention ALL Mazda Dealers: This is a Warranty Extension and not a recall campaign.
- Battery: CONTROL UNITS REPROGRAMMING Concern 1: Mazda3 and CX-30 – Battery concern On the subject vehicles, the CCU (climate control unit) and BCM (body…
A dealer for the brand can check these by VIN.
Source: NHTSA, Sep 24, 2026.
2021 Mazda Mazda3 safety and fuel
From NHTSA’s crash tests and the EPA’s fueleconomy.gov.
What owners complain about
49 complaints filed with NHTSA for this year and model, about average.
Share of complaints that mention each area. One complaint can mention several.
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