Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2025 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 ↗Front Suspension Bolts Not Tightened Properly
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- Wheel or suspension component detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control and a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. The manufacturer's number for this recall is 7925J. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 3, 2025.
Incorrect Module Software May Deploy Air Bag Improperly
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury during a crash.
- 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. The manufacturer's number for this recall is 7625F.
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Owner complaints (38)
38 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 38 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 9 | 23.7% |
| Service brakes | 6 | 15.8% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 13.2% |
| Suspension | 5 | 13.2% |
| Seats | 4 | 10.5% |
| Structure | 4 | 10.5% |
| Wheels | 3 | 7.9% |
| Electrical system | 2 | 5.3% |
| Lane departure | 2 | 5.3% |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 5.3% |
How 2025 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), 2025 Mazda CX-50 suv awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 38 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $1,750
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 233 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 38 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 · CVT | 4-Wheel Drive | 39 / 37 / 38 | $1,750 | 233 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 25 / 31 / 28 | $2,400 | 322 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 25 | $2,700 | 355 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2025 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
2025 Mazda CX-50 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2025 Mazda CX-50 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 25V737000 (suspension), 25V413000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2025 Mazda CX-50 problems?
Owners filed 38 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (9), Service brakes (6), Forward collision avoidance (5) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2025 Mazda CX-50 get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · CVT version at 39 city, 37 highway and 38 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2025 Mazda CX-50 get?
NHTSA rated the 2025 Mazda CX-50 suv awd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (0% 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.