Mazda CX-50 years to avoid and best years
There are not enough Mazda CX-50 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2023 has the most complaints per year, at 16 (63 complaints). 2023 through 2024 are in that same range. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2024 at 11 (from 33 complaints) and 2023 at 16 (from 63 complaints). The Mazda CX-50 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet. On the 2023 Mazda CX-50, 5 of 63 complaints name Service brakes.
Data as of .
Mazda CX-50 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Mazda CX-50. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Too early | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 29.7 |
| 2025 → Too early | 24 | 47 | 4 | Powertrain | 30.3 |
| 2024 → Fewest | 11 | 33 | 1 | Structure | 26 |
| 2023 → Most | 16 | 63 | 2 | Service brakes | 26 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 0W-20 (2.5L NA); 5W-30 (2.5L turbo) · 4.8 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 225/65R17, 225/55R19 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 23V-275 covers certain 2023 Mazda CX-50 vehicles, and also certain CX-30 models: the anti-lock brake system hydraulic control unit (ABS HCU) may be damaged, which can increase stopping distance; dealers inspect and replace the ABS HCU as necessary. Recall 23V-135 covers certain 2023 CX-50 vehicles equipped with a Mazda Genuine Accessory trailer hitch: the trailer hitch harness may detach and become damaged, which can disable trailer lights; dealers repair the harness. Recall 25V-167 covers certain 2024-2025 CX-50 vehicles with Mazda Genuine Accessory trailer hitches whose assembly bolts may loosen; dealers tighten the bolts. When a campaign also lists other Mazda models, published unit counts are shared.
Frequently asked questions
Which Mazda CX-50 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2024 at 11 (from 33 complaints) and 2023 at 16 (from 63 complaints).
Which Mazda CX-50 year has the most owner complaints?
2023 has the most complaints per year, at 16 (63 complaints). 2023 through 2024 are in that same range. On the 2023 Mazda CX-50, 5 of 63 complaints name Service brakes.
How do Mazda CX-50 owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough Mazda CX-50 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
Which Mazda CX-50 years are too early to compare?
The Mazda CX-50 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet.
What oil does a Mazda CX-50 take?
2.5L naturally aspirated US models: 0W-20. 2.5L turbo: 5W-30 (about 4.8 qt with filter on common fills).
Does recall 23V-275 cover the Mazda CX-50?
It covers certain 2023 CX-50 vehicles (and certain CX-30): the ABS hydraulic control unit may be damaged, which can increase stopping distance; dealers inspect and replace the HCU as directed.
What generation is the Mazda CX-50?
1st generation, model year 2023 onward in the US.