The problem
Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mazda3 and CX30 vehicles. The Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) units may set an error code and deactivate the air bags, due to a low battery condition.
The risk
Air bags that do not deploy in the event of a crash increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the SAS unit with improved software or replace the unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2025. Mazda's number for this recall is 7525E.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-357 (25V357000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 7525E |
| Manufacturer | Mazda Motor Corp. |
| Component | Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module › Software |
| Report date | May 29, 2025 |
| Owners notified | July 22, 2025 |
| Vehicles affected | 171,412 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-357 repair free?
Yes. Mazda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will reprogram the SAS unit with improved software or replace the unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2025. Mazda's number for this recall is 7525E.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 171,412 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.