Recalls ·2023 Mazda CX-50 4WD

2023 Mazda CX-50 4WD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Mazda CX-50 4WD; the most frequently affected component is service brakes, hydraulic — control unit/module. Owners filed 63 complaints, most often about service brakes. Among the 4 model years of this model in the database, 2023 ranks #2 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints63
Crashes reported7in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Service brakes, hydraulic — Control unit/moduleCampaign 23V275000 · 18 Apr 2023

Problem: 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: 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 hitchesCampaign 23V135000 · 01 Mar 2023

Problem: 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: 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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Service brakes10 · 25%
Forward collision avoidance9 · 22%
Electrical system5 · 12%
Power train4 · 10%
Steering3 · 8%
Seats3 · 8%
Engine3 · 8%
Air bags3 · 8%

When complaints were filed

202411
202514
202615

From owner complaints

Power steering is sticky when turning wheel to left between 10 to 11 o clock position

Steering · Dec 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

When driving, the car automatically apply the brakes even though there is no car or any obstruction in front of the vehicle. This happens 3-4 times in the last year. The i-ACTIVESENSE System malfunction. The brake system malfunction. Now I am receiving a Critical Vehicle Malfunction Alert. I am bringing my car to the…

Service brakes · Dec 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

Following a professional brake flush at Roger Beasley Mazda Central in Austin, Texas, the left front brake bleeder screw was left loose. This resulted in a significant loss of brake fluid over several days, causing a 'Brake Warning' light to illuminate and a visible reduction in braking performance. A secondary…

Service brakes · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2023 Mazda CX-50. The contact stated that the steering wheel was loose. The contact was able to move the steering wheel up and down very easily. The contact stated that the vehicle was involved in a crash 7 months ago, and the steering wheel started to become loose one week ago. There was no warning…

Steering · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20232
20241
20254
20260

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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