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2023 Mazda CX-50

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When problems were reported

Mileage at the reported incident

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What to inspect

Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.

  • Service Brakes. Review the 16 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Forward Collision Avoidance. Review the 14 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Electrical System. Review the 9 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

9 crash reports0 fire reports3 injury reports

Wheels complaints

2 reports
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Mileage unknown · Apr 20, 2023
Unknown Or OtherWheels

I brought my car in to get it checked as the back drivers wheel was making clicking sounds when slowing down, both with and without breaks. I spent two weeks on my own trying to see what caused the car to make the sound when driving but was only able to learn that it makes the sound when slowing down, and disappears when driving…

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I brought my car in to get it checked as the back drivers wheel was making clicking sounds when slowing down, both with and without breaks. I spent two weeks on my own trying to see what caused the car to make the sound when driving but was only able to learn that it makes the sound when slowing down, and disappears when driving at higher speeds. When brought in, the dealership was unable to tell me anything about the issue, as they were "unable to pinpoint it". After a few days, they were able to tell me that the issue is the differential, and that they would be unable to get the part. The differential is part of the axel, and is what allows the car to turn at different speeds. This is a serious issue and the car is less than a month and a half old with less than 1500 miles on it. The car itself is brand new, has never been used by anyone other than me and is having issues this quickly. The differential was inspected by the dealership, I am unsure if it was inspected by more than one person. But they are unsure as to when this issue would be getting fixed, and that car is my only transportation. The part has yet to be inspected by anyone other than the dealership. There were no warning lamps, signs, etc, only the sound of the back wheel clicking to show that there was an issue. Again, the car is less than a month and a half old, less than 1500 miles on it and this issue is incredibly dangerous.

NHTSA ODI #11518124

Mileage unknown · Jul 30, 2022
Wheels

Purchased the vehicle 5/20/22, mileage today is 1050 on 7 30 22, and the Goodyear reliance drivers side tire has a large dimple on sidewall, noticed it about 10 days ago and have had no response from dealer. Stopped driving it due to excessive heat wave and just common sense. Can easily notice it. And no, did not hit anything w…

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Purchased the vehicle 5/20/22, mileage today is 1050 on 7 30 22, and the Goodyear reliance drivers side tire has a large dimple on sidewall, noticed it about 10 days ago and have had no response from dealer. Stopped driving it due to excessive heat wave and just common sense. Can easily notice it. And no, did not hit anything with tire, ever. I do not have any repair bill yet. I can’t send a pic due to reception.here. Getting a ride to town Monday if there’s any way to add it. Please let me know. Thank you.

NHTSA ODI #11476718

Official recalls

2

23V275000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module

Apr 18, 2023

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 & remedy

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.

23V135000 · Trailer Hitches

Mar 1, 2023

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 & remedy

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.

Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗

NHTSA investigations

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