MAZDA 2020 MAZDA MAZDA3 Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2020 MAZDA MAZDA3
Brand
MAZDA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2020
Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2020 MAZDA MAZDA3 vehicles due to forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking issues. Stopping the vehicle unexpectedly increases the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mazda3 vehicles. The Smart Brake System (SBS) can falsely detect an obstacle while driving, activating the automatic emergency braking system and suddenly stopping the vehicle.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Stopping the vehicle unexpectedly increases the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the SBS software. In addition, vehicles with certain production dates will receive an instrument cluster software update or replacement and a replacement owner's manual. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4219L.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026