Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2023 Mazda CX-50. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Damaged ABS Hydraulic Control Unit
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- Reduced braking ability can increase the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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.
Trailer Hitch Harness May Detach
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- Towing a trailer with inoperative lights or brakes can increase the risk of a crash.
- 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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Owner complaints (63)
63 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The service brakes is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 63 |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 16 | 25.4% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 14 | 22.2% |
| Electrical system | 9 | 14.3% |
| Unknown or other | 8 | 12.7% |
| Power train | 6 | 9.5% |
| Structure | 6 | 9.5% |
| Suspension | 5 | 7.9% |
| Engine | 4 | 6.3% |
| Steering | 4 | 6.3% |
| Air bags | 3 | 4.8% |
How 2023 compares with other CX-50 years
Best and worst CX-50 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 63 | 2 |
| 2024 | 33 | 1 |
| 2025 | 38 | 2 |
| 2026 | 13 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2023 Mazda CX-50 suv awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 27 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,500
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 335 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 27 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 24 / 30 / 27 | $2,500 | 335 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 25 | $2,700 | 356 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2023 CX-50 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2023 Mazda CX-50 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2023 Mazda CX-50 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 23V275000 (brake), 23V135000 (trailer hitches). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2023 Mazda CX-50 problems?
Owners filed 63 complaints with NHTSA. Service brakes (16), Forward collision avoidance (14), Electrical system (9) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2023 Mazda CX-50 get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 24 city, 30 highway and 27 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2023 Mazda CX-50 get?
NHTSA rated the 2023 Mazda CX-50 suv awd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (15.5% rollover risk).
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.