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US recalls (2)
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: 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 hitches
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: 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.
Canadian recalls (2)
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Brakes
2023-04-18 · campaign 2023-232 · 156 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, damage inside the antilock brake system (ABS) hydraulic control unit (HCU) could cause an increase in brake pedal travel and reduced braking.
Safety Risk:
Reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Mazda will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the brake ABS HCU, and replace it if necessary.
Accessories
2023-03-02 · campaign 2023-108
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a Mazda Genuine Accessory trailer hitch wire harness may have been installed incorrectly. As a result, the wire harness could become loose or detach and be damaged by contact with nearby components like the exhaust system. If this happens, the trailer lights and/or brakes may not work.
Note: This recall is to inspect all CX-50 vehicles produced before January 17, 2023 to determine if they are equipped with a Mazda Genuine Accessory trailer hitch harness kit. The kit may have been ordered and installed at the time of a vehicle purchase or purchased separately from a dealer as an aftermarket accessory.
Safety Risk:
A loss of trailer lights and/or brakes could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Mazda will notify owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle or your purchased harness kit to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the trailer hitch wire harness.
Owner complaints (64)
Owners filed 64 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Mazda CX-50 (9 crashes, 3 injuries reported). Among 4 model years of this model, it ranks #1 for the most complaints (median 39).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Service brakes | 16 | |
| Forward collision avoidance | 14 | |
| Electrical system | 9 | |
| Unknown or other | 8 | |
| Power train | 7 | |
| Structure | 6 | |
| Suspension | 5 | |
| Engine | 4 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 Mazda CX-50.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2023 Mazda CX-50 SUV AWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2023 Mazda CX-50 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| CX-50 4WD 2.5 L Automatic (S6) | 24 | 30 | 27 | $2,500 |
| CX-50 4WD 2.5 L Automatic (S6) | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.