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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 59 |
| 2024 | 29 |
| 2025 | 31 |
| 2026 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
25% of complaints: service brakes — 15 distinct reports on file.
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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, 20220525
15% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 9 distinct reports on file.
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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, 20240924
14% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.
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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, 20220525
12% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY8% of complaints: suspension — 5 distinct reports on file.
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My ball joint failed on my brand new 4 month old vehicle at mile 2077. You absolutely have the ability to inspect it if you would like. This caused a MAJOR safety issue to both me and people around me as I lost complete control of my vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231111
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 23V135000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 23V275000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Mazda CX-50 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V135000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V275000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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 service brakes, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Mazda CX-50 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.