Reliable Auto DB

2025 Mazda CX-50 reliability

Is it reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2025 Mazda CX-50 holds 47 complaints after 2 years, a rate of 24 per year. It is too early to rank against other CX-50 years: a year is compared here only after 3 years on the road. NHTSA has 4 recalls on file, including Critical fasteners, Air bag control module, software, and Trailer hitch.

2023 Mazda CX-50
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Complaints

47

Per year

24

Recalls

4

Years on the road

2

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (11 of 47), then Forward collision avoidance (8) and Service brakes (8). The most filings arrived in 2026 (32 of 47). Those filings include 3 that report a crash and 4 that report an injury.

Next to 2024 and 2026

The 2024 CX-50 has 33 complaints, 11 per year, and the 2026 has 0 complaints, 0 per year.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2025 Mazda CX-50. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (4)

Recall suspension, critical fasteners 2025-10-29 · NHTSA campaign 25V737000
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.
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.
Recall air bags, air bag control module, software 2025-06-18 · NHTSA campaign 25V413000
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.
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.
Recall trailer hitch 2025-03-14 · NHTSA campaign 25V167000
Summary Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CX-50 vehicles equipped with Mazda Genuine Accessory trailer hitches. The trailer hitch assembly bolts may loosen and cause the assembly to separate from the vehicle body during towing or normal driving conditions.
Remedy Dealers will tighten the trailer hitch bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2025. Mazda's number for this recall is 7225C.
Recall lane departure, sensing system, camera 2024-09-03 · NHTSA campaign 24V649000
Summary Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 Mazda 3, CX-30, and 2025 CX-50 vehicles. A malfunction in the forward sensing camera (FSC) may prevent the automatic emergency braking system and the lane-keep assist system from functioning. In addition, the headlights will not automatically adjust from high beams to low beams as intended.
Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace the forward sensing camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6824H.

Complaints by component (47 total)

Powertrain
11
Forward collision avoidance
8
Service brakes
8
Structure
5
Suspension
5
Seats
4
Wheels
4
Electrical system
3
Engine
3
Lane departure
2
Speed control
2
Visibility and wipers
2
Fuel and propulsion system
1
Insert and padding
1
Tires
1
Visibility
1
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Crash-flagged

3

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

4

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

12024142025322026
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "My child is able to pull the pads off of the car seat. This is so unsafe and should not be allowed to happen. She is only [XXX] old. I am unable to resume the pass to the car seat. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE…"
    insert and padding · filed 2026-09-08
  • "The factory adhesive/anti-flutter sealant that bonds the outer hood skin to the inner structural frame has physically separated. There is a clear gap where the outer panel is no longer attached to the frame. As a…"
    Structure · filed 2026-09-02
  • "The drivers side inside door handle has quit working twice. The dealer has temporarily fixed it both times, but advised us to "just be more gentle with the handle". The cable is falling off of the door hinge inside the…"
    Structure · filed 2026-09-02
  • "The automatic emergency braking in this vehicle is faulty. It misinterprets obstacles and uses the emergency braking inconsistently. I park in a parking garage and I have to slowly (less than 5 MPH) drive up any ramps…"
    Service brakes, Forward collision avoidance · filed 2026-08-31
  • ""My 2025 Mazda CX-50 began overheating while still under the factory warranty. During one incident, the engine lost coolant and overheated. I immediately shut the engine off to prevent damage. The vehicle continues to…"
    Engine · filed 2026-07-30

NHTSA crash ratings

Version Overall Front Side Rollover
2025 Mazda CX-50 HYBRID SUV AWD 5 stars 5 stars 5 stars 4 stars
2025 Mazda CX-50 SUV AWD 5 stars 5 stars 5 stars 4 stars

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Fuel economy

Trim Engine Transmission Drive City Hwy Combined Annual fuel cost
CX-50 four-wheel drive 2.5L, 4-cyl Automatic (6-speed) Four-wheel drive 23 29 25 MPG $2600
CX-50 four-wheel drive 2.5L, 4-cyl Automatic (variable gear ratios) Four-wheel drive 39 37 38 MPG $1700
CX-50 four-wheel drive 2.5L, 4-cyl Automatic (6-speed) Four-wheel drive 25 31 28 MPG $2300

Specs and fitment

1st generation, 2023–present
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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2025 Mazda CX-50 reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2025 Mazda CX-50 holds 47 complaints after 2 years, a rate of 24 per year. It is too early to rank against other CX-50 years: a year is compared here only after 3 years on the road. NHTSA has 4 recalls on file, including Critical fasteners, Air bag control module, software, and Trailer hitch.

What are common problems with a 2025 Mazda CX-50?

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (11 of 47), then Forward collision avoidance (8) and Service brakes (8). The most filings arrived in 2026 (32 of 47). Those filings include 3 that report a crash and 4 that report an injury.

Is the 2025 Mazda CX-50 more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2024 CX-50 has 33 complaints, 11 per year, and the 2026 has 0 complaints, 0 per year.

Has the 2025 Mazda CX-50 been recalled?

The 2025 Mazda CX-50 has 4 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Mazda CX-50?

Owners have filed 47 complaints about the 2025 Mazda CX-50 with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2025 Mazda CX-50 get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2025 Mazda CX-50 is 30.3 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

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.