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Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 30 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 30 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2019 Mazda Mazda3

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2019 Mazda Mazda3

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

Similar estimates

fuel-cost estimates are similar.

Short answer: Mazda3 needs more recall homework, Mazda3 has more complaint activity and Mazda3 has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2020 Mazda Mazda3 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Difference
Total recalls 2 6 Mazda3 has 4 more recalls
Total complaints 31 72 Mazda3 has 41 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 3 / 0 / 1 / 0 Mazda3 has 4 more severity reports
Defect investigations 0 0 Similar
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 601 590 Mazda3 has 11 more communications
Recall completion reports 14 36 Mazda3 has 22 more reports
Warranty programs 22 22 Similar
Service campaigns 6 6 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Jun 12, 2020 Dec 19, 2019 Mazda3 has newer activity
Latest complaint Mar 13, 2026 Jan 18, 2026 Mazda3 has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Forward Collision Avoidance
  • Service Brakes Forward Collision Avoidance
  • Electrical System
  • Air Bags
  • Power Train
  • Engine
 Different
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 30 combined MPG 30 combined MPG Same
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,000 $2,000 Similar
Safety-rating records 4 4 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2020 Mazda Mazda3

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had forward collision avoidance and service brakes forward collision avoidance repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2019 Mazda Mazda3

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had air bags and power train repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2020 Mazda Mazda3

  • Forward Collision Avoidance: sensors, alerts, automatic braking, cameras
  • Service Brakes Forward Collision Avoidance: vibration, pulsing, noise, stopping distance
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories

2019 Mazda Mazda3

  • Air Bags: warning lights, crash repairs, recall completion
  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

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