The 2025 CX-30 is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2025 Mazda CX-30 owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"As an older person, I find the trunk very heavy to lift and hard to reach to close. There was a more costly option to get an automated opening/closing trunk but it was outside our budget."
Anonymous, ON (2025 Mazda CX-30 Base Unsure)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"A/C wasn't working since purchasing the car"
Anonymous, NJ (2025 Mazda CX-30 Base 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
"Has to do with a faulty Telematics module"
Anonymous A., SC (2025 Mazda CX-30 Preferred 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
"When in for service I was told that the transmission would need to be replaced. My car is still at the Dealership. Except to get it back in the first week of September. Transmission is in backorder. Do not know as of now what the computer showed to warrant the replacement."
Anonymous A., SC (2025 Mazda CX-30 Preferred 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"I've had problems with the electronic keys. For whatever reason the car sometimes doesn't receive the signals from the keys"
Anonymous, WA (2025 Mazda CX-30 Turbo 2.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"I am 5'2". Seat put at maximum height and closest to steering wheel still leaves me sitting too low and not able to use right arm rest, causing discomfort. The side mirrors don't adjust to my particular need given my height."
Anonymous, ON (2025 Mazda CX-30 Base Unsure)