2025 MAZDA CX-50 HYBRID
5 recalls, 18 complaints - 5/5 safety rating
25V737000 Oct 29, 2025
SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
Wheel or suspension component detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control and a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Ve... Read more
25V418000 Jun 18, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT:POWER CONTROL UNIT/MODULE (HPCU):SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2025 CX-50 Hybrid vehicles. The transmission gear shifter can be moved from Neutral to Drive without pressing the brake pedal.
Consequence
Shifting into gear without the brake pedal depressed can result in unexpected vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the Engine Control Module (ECM) and reprogram the Hybrid Control Unit (HCU) and Power Control Unit (PCU), free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated late summer 2025.... Read more
25V413000 Jun 18, 2025
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury during a crash.
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.
25V167000 Mar 14, 2025
TRAILER HITCHES
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
A detached trailer hitch assembly can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
24V649000 Sep 3, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
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 aut... Read more
Consequence
Automatic braking, steering assist, and headlight control systems that do not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
Complaint Statistics
18 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 3 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 2 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA | 1 |
STEERING
Jul 20, 2025
Incident date: Jul 19, 2025
The component that has failed is my electric power steering motor. Yes, it is available for inspection upon request. While driving, the steering wheel should turn in a fluid motion, without requiring much force to turn the wheel. When i turn my wheel, it sometimes will get stuck mid turning. Anoth... Read more
STEERING
Jul 19, 2025
Incident date: Jul 15, 2025
I drove through standing water in a parking lot and a few minutes later the steering got funny.the next day it was no power steering, then the steering completely locked up could not turn steering wheel at all.
ENGINE
Jul 19, 2025
Incident date: Jul 15, 2025
2017 Nissan Altima with CVT transmission losses acceleration while driving.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jul 18, 2025
Incident date: Jul 15, 2025
Auto Emergency Braking {AEB} applies itself without any operator input and without cause for the brakes to engage, it can happen at any time at any speed without warning and throws everyone and everything in the vehicle abruptly forward as if you were in a crash, this is a very problematic issue tha... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jul 18, 2025
Incident date: Jul 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the check engine, traction control, and stability control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local Advance Auto Store and was diagnosed with a fuel injector failure. The ... Read more
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
Jul 18, 2025
Incident date: Jul 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the check engine, traction control, and stability control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local Advance Auto Store and was diagnosed with a fuel injector failure. The ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jul 12, 2025
Incident date: Jul 7, 2025
The forward collision warning goes off and automatically slams the breaks, when nothing is in front of it. It does this on highways as well. This could cause accidents. There is been several complaints about the CVT transmission. If they won't recall it, they should have a lifetime warranty. Toyota ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 12, 2025
Incident date: Jul 7, 2025
While driving the car the power steering light comes on and power steering goes out then. No warning just goes off and power to steering wheel is not working. This has happened going 55 mph. Very dangerous. I feel this should be investigated. I did read this was a problem with this car. WHY NO ... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Jul 12, 2025
Incident date: Jul 7, 2025
Recent software update has not resolved recall 25V280000 that referred to rear camera not working properly in reverse. Problems have persisted (Camera Unavailable) while backing up.
ENGINE
Jun 30, 2025
Incident date: Jun 28, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the check engine and low oil pressure warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where an oil change was performed; however, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 7, 2025
Incident date: Jan 15, 2025
White paint and clear coat is peeling off vehicle in large sections. It started around the windows and door frames but now almost half the vehicle is missing the paint. I was told by a local mechanic that Toyota had a recall but when I went to Meridian Toyota, they said the recall was for 10 years f... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Mar 7, 2025
Incident date: Jan 15, 2025
The sensor always goes off stating my eyes aren't on the road to the point it trys to stop the vehicle in traffic. This prevents me from being able to use cruise control because the sensor is causing issues by not detecting my eyes
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 7, 2025
Incident date: Nov 6, 2024
Check engine light came on, it has to be with the Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve. So I found out that other people are experiencing the same thing. So I know that there is a recall by the manufacturer. And I want to do the same for me.
ENGINE
Jan 23, 2025
Incident date: Jan 21, 2025
I was driving our 2021 Chevy Suburban, which had ~107,000 miles on it, at approximately 75 miles per hour. With no other indication, the low oil pressure light came on, then within two seconds I lost all power (motor shut off) and lost electronics in the car. I had to man-handle the vehicle to get... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 23, 2025
Incident date: Jan 21, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the rear driver's side carpet was significantly wet. The contact noticed that there was mildew on the rear driver's side carpet, in the cargo area, and on the seat belts. The contact also stated that there was condensation on the interio... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 28, 2024
Incident date: Oct 4, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the front passenger’s side wheel detached from the axle and was lodged inside the wheel well. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to a p... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Oct 28, 2024
Incident date: Oct 4, 2024
Vehicle was bought in March 2024. 08/19/2024 took the car too Mitsubishi Birmingham Alabama for FCM warning lights and breaking system not working. Was told that the system was working and they have done all they can. 08/19/2024 -10/28/2024 I have been in contact with Mitsubishi Motors and have been... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Oct 28, 2024
Incident date: Oct 4, 2024
Vehicle was bought in March 2024. 08/19/2024 took the car too Mitsubishi Birmingham Alabama for FCM warning lights and breaking system not working. Was told that the system was working and they have done all they can. 08/19/2024 -10/28/2024 I have been in contact with Mitsubishi Motors and have been... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2025 MAZDA CX-50 HYBRID
2025 Mazda CX-50 HYBRID SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 0.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
MAZDA CX-50 HYBRID - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MAZDA CX-50 HYBRID across all model years (2025, 2025).
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Total Recalls
18
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths