Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 13 | typical | — | Collision Avoidance | Average |
| 2025 | 39 | 1.2× | 2 | Transmission | Average |
| 2024 | 35 | — | 1 | Collision Avoidance | Limited data |
| 2023 | 63 | — | 2 | Brake | Limited data |
* Complaints compared with the median CX-50 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Mazda CX-50 problems
Latest Mazda CX-50 recalls
Suspension › Critical fasteners
Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2025 CX-50 and CX-50 Hybrid vehicles. The front suspension fastener bolts may not be tightened properly, which can result in suspension component and/or wheel detachment.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front suspension fastener bolts and, if necessary, replace and tighten them, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 10, 2025.
Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module › Software
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain CX-50 Hybrid and CX-50 vehicles. Incorrectly configured module software may cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Remedy: Dealers will update the module software, free of charge. Owner notifications will not be mailed due to all vehicles being under Mazda dealer control. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6.
Trailer hitches
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CX-50 vehicles equipped with Mazda Genuine Accessory trailer hitches. The trailer hitch assembly bolts may loosen and cause the assembly to separate from the vehicle body during towing or normal driving conditions.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the trailer hitch bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2025. Mazda's number for this recall is 7225C.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
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.
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.
Trailer hitches
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2023 CX-50 vehicles equipped with a Mazda Genuine Accessory trailer hitch. The trailer hitch harness may detach and become damaged, which can result in inoperative trailer lights and/or brakes.
Remedy: Dealers will repair the trailer hitch harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 option 6.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Mazda CX-50 should you avoid?
None of the Mazda CX-50 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What are the most common Mazda CX-50 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the driver assistance (35), brakes (28) and transmission & drivetrain (22). Collision Avoidance complaints peak in the 2023 model year.
How many recalls has the Mazda CX-50 had?
5 recalls across 2023–2026. The model year with the most is 2023. See all Mazda CX-50 recalls by year.
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.