Mazda CX-50 recalls and complaints by year
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Mazda CX-50, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Mazda CX-50, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 2023–2025 with 5 recall campaigns and 120 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2025 (2), 2023 (2), and 2024 (1).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2023 (76), 2024 (40), and 2025 (4).
- Top recall themes: Other, Airbags, and Brakes.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Service brakes, Forward collision avoidance: warnings, Structure:body.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Other
2 campaigns · Years: 2023–2024These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
Airbags
1 campaign · Years: 2025These campaigns relate to airbag system components and deployment/airbag readiness issues.
- 25V413000 · Air bags: Software
Brakes
1 campaign · Years: 2023These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
- 23V275000 · Service brakes, hydraulic: Control unit/module
Steering and suspension
1 campaign · Years: 2025These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.
- 25V737000 · Suspension: Critical fasteners
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Mazda CX-50 in NHTSA complaint data are Service brakes, Forward collision avoidance: warnings, Structure:body.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 4 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seats, Structure:body. |
| 2024 | 1 | 40 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Structure:body, Electrical system, Service brakes. |
| 2023 | 2 | 76 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, Forward collision avoidance: warnings, Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Trailer hitches , Air bags and Suspension
Other Mazda Models
Explore recall and complaint data for other Mazda models.
- 323 1986–1994
- 626 1981–2002
- 929 1988–1996
- B-Series 1981–2010
- CX-3 2016–2022
- CX-30 2020–2027
- CX-5 2013–2027
- CX-7 2007–2012
- CX-70 2025–2027
- CX-9 2007–2027
- CX-90 2024–2027
- GLC 1981–1986
- Mazda2 2011–2021
- Mazda3 2004–2027
- Mazda5 2006–2015
- Mazda6 2003–2021
- Millenia 1995–2002
- MPV 1989–2006
- MX-3 1989–1996
- MX-5 1990–2027
- MX-6 1988–1997
- Navajo 1991–1994
- Protege 1990–2003
- RX-7 1981–1996
- RX-8 2004–2012
- Tribute 2001–2011
⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.