2023 Mazda CX-50
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 64
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Forward collision avoidance
Campaigns on file for 2023
None on file
33% of complaints
Complaints per year
2023: 64 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 64 |
| 2024 | 35 |
| 2025 | 39 |
| 2026 | 14 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Forward collision avoidance
33% · 21 reportsMost commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
Show complaint excerpts
The Collision Avoidance System did not activate, to avoid a front-end collision. The vehicle in front of me stopped, making a right-hand turn onto another road. I moved forward, not seeing him stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-24
Service brakes
25% · 16 reportsShow complaint excerpts
At 10:16 am, I was driving home on Hall Rd. in Michigan. Hall Road is currently under construction and only two lanes are open and the speed is 40mph. It was raining pretty hard and also very windy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-05-25
Also filed under Electrical system
Premature brake wear exacerbated by heavy stop and go traffic conditions.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-03
Electrical system
14% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
Power train
11% · 7 reportsShow complaint excerpts
My wife did a u turn to turn around in a parking lot and the left front axle snapped pulling back onto a very busy road and almost got hit by two other vehicles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-25
On multiple occasions the vehicle has not acceleratedfrom a stop while pushing the accelerator pedal.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-24
Also filed under Engine
Structure
9% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing body and interior.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
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2023-04-11Trailer hitches23V135000 Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2023 CX-50 vehicles equipped with a Mazda Genuine Accessory trailer hitch.
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. Mazda's number for this recall is 5723B.
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2023-06-12Service brakes, hydraulic23V275000 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. Mazda's number for this recall is 5823D.
Buy-smart checklist
2023 Mazda CX-50 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 21 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 16 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V135000 · Trailer hitches
- Recall 23V275000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 2023 Mazda CX-50 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Mazda CX-50?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Mazda CX-50 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.