Model year guide

2017 Mazda cx-3

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Mazda cx-3 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2017 Mazda cx-3 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints21

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2017 Mazda cx-3 recalls 1

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera NHTSA Campaign #23V487000 · 14/07/2023

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.

Fix: 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 le…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Mazda cx-3 common problems

Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Back Over Prevention
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2017 Mazda cx-3 trims & engines on record

Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 146 hp

2017 Mazda cx-3 vehicles on record

2017 Mazda cx-3JM1DKDC78H0155046 2017 Mazda cx-3JM1DKFB78H0151091 2017 Mazda cx-3 2017 Mazda cx-3JM1DKFD70H0155388 2017 Mazda cx-3 2017 Mazda cx-3JM1DKFD76H0150163

Other Mazda cx-3 model years

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2017 Mazda cx-3 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Mazda cx-3 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2017 Mazda cx-3. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mazda cx-3?

Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, vehicle speed control, fuel system.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.