Complaints by model year
Each bar is one model year. The most recent years are still collecting complaints.
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026
New York safety inspections
Share of first inspections failed on safety, by model year. Older cars fail more as miles build up, so compare each year with the average car of the same year. Best against its own year: 2026.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections, initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Year by year
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 14 | 0 |
| 2025 CX-50 | 39 | 2 |
| 2024 CX-50 | 35 | 1 |
| 2023 CX-50 | 63 | 2 |
A model year gets its own page when it has enough data for at least three sections
Most common problems
- Forward collision avoidance28
- Service brakes27
- Power train22
- Electrical system20
- Unknown or other16
- Structure16
- Suspension14
- Engine10
NHTSA ODI complaints, all model years
Crash-test ratings by year
NHTSA 5-star results for 4 model-year variants; 4 of 4 rated variants score five stars overall. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Year | Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2026 MAZDA CX-50 SUV HEV AWD | ★★★★★ | 0.0 % |
| 2025 | 2025 Mazda CX-50 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 0.0 % |
| 2024 | 2024 Mazda CX-50 SUV AWD Early Release | ★★★★★ | 15.5 % |
| 2023 | 2023 Mazda CX-50 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 15.5 % |
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Fuel consumption by year
Official Canadian test results for 4 model years, best variant per year. Combined consumption ranges from 8.9–9.3 L/100 km.
| Year | Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | CX-50 4WD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.2 | 8.2 | 9.3 |
| 2025 | CX-50 4WD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 9.7 | 8.0 | 8.9 |
| 2024 | CX-50 4WD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 9.7 | 7.9 | 8.9 |
| 2023 | CX-50 4WD · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 9.7 | 7.9 | 8.9 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
5 campaigns cover the CX-50.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
NHTSA recalls