NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Mazda MX-30 Safety Ratings
The 2023 Mazda MX-30 scores 94 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), 0 recalls, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Mazda MX-30 presents a notably clean safety profile. With a NHTSA Safety Index of 94/100, the vehicle enters the Exceptional band, a score significantly buoyed by its strong record of zero recalls and a near-perfect defect record. While NHTSA crash-test coverage remains incomplete, the available results are strong, contributing to an overall safety picture that stands out.
The 2023 Mazda MX-30 received a NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100 and a 5-star NHTSA frontal crash rating, based on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 92 Sedans from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Mazda MX-30 ranks 27 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 94 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 11.6% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 27 of 92 Sedans tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Mazda MX-30?
The 2023 Mazda MX-30 represents a measurable step forward from the 2022 model, with the NHTSA Safety Index climbing three points from 91 to 94, both years sitting in the Exceptional band but the 2023 year pushing closer to the ceiling. The gain is driven by a perfect defect-record component score of 20 out of 20, reflecting zero recall campaigns for this specific model year. Crash protection contributes 63.8 out of a possible 70, anchored by the 5-star frontal result and the 4-star rollover rating with a 12 percent rollover risk. The avoidance-technology component scores a full 10 out of 10, supported by forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all being standard equipment on this year. The one area that limits a higher crash-protection score is the absence of NHTSA side and overall star ratings for this model year. Those dimensions were not tested, so they contribute no positive or negative data to the crash-protection figure. The single owner complaint on file, alleging steering and lane-departure concerns, is an unverified allegation and represents one of the lowest complaint volumes in the MX-30 dataset.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Mazda MX-30 perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Mazda MX-30 earned a 5-star rating for frontal crash protection from NHTSA. Its rollover performance received a 4-star rating, with the agency reporting a 12 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" result in the dynamic tip test. NHTSA did not conduct overall or side crash evaluations for the 2023 MX-30.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 17239
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Mazda MX-30 have any recalls?
The 2023 Mazda MX-30 has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. No recall components, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive warnings have been issued for this model year. That clean recall record is a direct contributor to the vehicle scoring a perfect 20 out of 20 in the defect-record component of the Safety Index.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Mazda MX-30?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2023 Mazda MX-30. The unverified allegations touch two components: Steering and Lane Departure. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in that single report. One complaint across the entire model year is an exceptionally low volume.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Mazda MX-30?
The 2023 Mazda MX-30 holds no open recalls, according to federal data. However, recall campaigns can emerge at any point in a vehicle's lifespan. Prospective owners should verify the specific VIN with the NHTSA database to confirm no new campaigns have been filed since the initial data publication.
- The 2023 MX-30 Safety Index rose three points over the 2022 model year, from 91 to 94, both in the Exceptional band, with the 2023 year achieving a perfect 20/20 defect-record component score.
- NHTSA issued zero recall campaigns for the 2023 Mazda MX-30 specifically, a distinction that directly sets this model year apart in its defect record.
- NHTSA tested the 2023 MX-30 frontally and for rollover but did not conduct an overall or side crash test for this model year, so those two ratings are absent from the record.
- Only one unverified owner complaint has been filed with NHTSA for this model year, alleging concerns with the Steering and Lane Departure systems, with no crashes, injuries, or deaths alleged.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Mazda MX-30 places
The 2023 Mazda MX-30 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Mazda MX-30 safety questions
Was the 2023 Mazda MX-30 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Mazda MX-30, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Mazda MX-30 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Mazda MX-30 earned 5 out of 5 stars for frontal and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 11.6%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Mazda MX-30 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Mazda MX-30 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Mazda MX-30?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2023 Mazda MX-30. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other MX-30 years
Rivals in Sedan (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Nissan Maxima | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 17239), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mazda MX-30 2023.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 27 of 92 in the Sedan class for 2023.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.