Mazda Recalls Over 183,000 Vehicles for Airbag and Stability Control Issues

Mazda is recalling more than 183,000 vehicles in the U.S., quoting two separate safety concerns that has affected several of its 2024 and 2025 vehicles models. The recall impacts popular Mazda models like the Mazda3 sedan and hatchback, CX-30 SUV, and Miata sports car.

They have recalled over 171,000 vehicles and centers around a potential airbag malfunction in the 2024–2025 Mazda3’s and CX-30s. According to documents filed with National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a fault in the airbag sensor system may deactivate the airbags due to a low battery condition. In the event of a crash, non-deploying airbags could significantly raise the risk of injury.

To address the issue, Mazda dealers will either reprogram the software in the SAS (Supplemental Airbag System) control unit or replace the unit entirely at no cost to the owner. Mazda plans to begin notifying affected customers starting July 28, 2025.

In a separate recall, the automaker is also addressing a software glitch in more than 12,000 of its 2024–2025 Miata sports cars. The issue involves the car’s dynamic stability control (DSC) and traction control (TC) systems, may fail to display warning lights during abnormal yaw events—think sudden swerves or skids. Without those indicators, drivers may not realize the systems aren’t functioning correctly, increasing the chances of oversteer, understeer, or even a crash.

Mazda traced the problem to faulty diagnostic software in the DSC unit. Dealers will fix the issue by installing updated software free of charge. However, this recall will roll out in phases, as the required parts won’t be fully available until mid-2026. Owners will start to be informed by July 21, 2025, about whether their vehicle can be repaired immediately or if they’ll need to wait.

Drivers of affected Mazda vehicles are urged to check for recall notices and schedule service as soon as they receive notification. These repairs will be offered free of charge and critical to ensuring vehicle safety on the road.