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2023 Mazda CX-30 · Brakes

Braking performance may be reduced

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) may be damaged, which can result in reduced braking ability.

Covered model years
2022–2023
Evidence level
Official safety recall
Source review date
August 3, 2026
Jurisdiction
United States
Record ID
mazda-cx-30-nhtsa-23v275000

Safety instructions

Do not keep driving when…

Follow the owner's manual and the exact recall notice for immediate instructions.

  • The vehicle shows the failure described in the recall or a warning that affects safe control
  • The manufacturer or recall notice gives an immediate instruction that conflicts with continued driving

What the source says

The documented condition

NHTSA campaign 23V275000 includes certain 2022 to 2023 Mazda CX-30 vehicles. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2022-2023 CX-30 and 2023 CX-50 vehicles. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) may be damaged, which can result in reduced braking ability. Reduced braking ability can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Source component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Compare the pattern

Symptoms and vehicle scope

Words owners may use

  • brake pedal feels soft
  • car takes longer to stop
  • brake warning light
  • brakes suddenly weak
  • brake fluid leaking
  • parking brake not working

Symptoms in the record

  • The driver may notice a warning, changed pedal feel or reduced braking, depending on the recalled component
  • An open campaign appears when the complete VIN is checked
  • Some recalled vehicles may show no advance warning before the component fails

Vehicles and limits

  • 2022 to 2023 Mazda CX-30
  • NHTSA campaign 23V275000
  • The manufacturer filing lists 2,410 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
  • VIN eligibility determines whether this recall applies to an individual vehicle

Manufacturer position

What the official procedure directs

Dealers will inspect and replace the ABS HCU, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6.

Mileage context

Safety recall eligibility is based on the VIN and campaign scope, not ordinary warranty mileage. Check the complete VIN even when the vehicle is outside its original warranty.

Original evidence

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NHTSA safety recall · 23V275000 · Apr 18, 2023

Official campaign record for Mazda CX-30

NHTSA campaign data lists the defect, safety consequence and manufacturer remedy. The manufacturer filing lists 2,410 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.

Repair paths and safe checks

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Official repair pathAuthorised dealer · Confirm with VIN

Use the official recall remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the ABS HCU, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6.

Boundary

Do not buy parts from the campaign description alone. VIN scope, superseded remedies and parts availability can change.

Safe owner checkBasic check · 5 minutes

Check the complete VIN before arranging work

Enter the 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup and ask the manufacturer or an authorised dealer to confirm whether the campaign is open for this vehicle.

Boundary

A year, make and model match does not prove that every vehicle is included. The VIN result controls eligibility.

Record reviewed in the source on August 3, 2026. Confirm the current document and VIN instructions before arranging work.

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Why symptoms overlap

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