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NHTSA Recall 21V086000: Hatchback/liftgate (structure)

Mazda North American Operations reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 13,857 vehicles. It affects 2020–2021 Mazda CX-30.

13,857
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (April 8)
NHTSA campaign21V086000
Manufacturer campaign4621B
ComponentSTRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Report receivedFebruary 18, 2021
Owner notificationApril 8, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CX-30 vehicles. When fully opened, the power liftgate may partially lower unexpectedly when the vehicle is parked facing uphill on a slope.

Safety risk

If the power liftgate unexpectedly lowers while a person is accessing the rear storage area of the vehicle, it can increase their risk of injury.

Remedy

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power liftgate control module software and inspect the serial number of the power liftgate drive unit, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4621B.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V086000

Make and modelModel years
Mazda CX-302020, 2021

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.