2021 Mazda Mazda3 vs 2021 Mazda CX-9
Side-by-side vehicle safety comparison from NHTSA recall and complaint data
Verdict
2021 Mazda CX-9 has a stronger Safety Score of 59/100 (C) compared to 2021 Mazda Mazda3 at 53/100 (C). Total complaints: 2021 Mazda Mazda3 (49) vs 2021 Mazda CX-9 (33).
| Metric | 2021 Mazda Mazda3 | 2021 Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 53/100 (C) | 59/100 (C) |
| Total Recalls | 1 | 1 |
| Total Complaints | 49 | 33 |
| Crash Reports | 2 | 6 |
| Fire Reports | 2 | 0 |
| Injuries | 1 | 1 |
| Deaths | 0 | 0 |
Score Breakdown
C2021 Mazda Mazda3
Recall Severity85/100
Complaint Rate2/100
Crash/Fire Rate60/100
Trend63/100
C2021 Mazda CX-9
Recall Severity85/100
Complaint Rate34/100
Crash/Fire Rate40/100
Trend64/100
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Data from NHTSA, updated April 2026.