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2025 Mazda CX-50 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

100/100

#1 most-complained of 3 CX-50 years

The 2025 Mazda CX-50 has a Complaint Index of 100, ranking worst of the 3 model years with data, with 38 complaints, 2 recalls, and 3 crashes reported to NHTSA. Transmission & Powertrain issues lead at 24% of complaints.

Complaints
38
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
3 / 0
Injuries / deaths
4 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
28
25 city / 31 hwy

Top 2025 Mazda CX-50 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Transmission & Powertrain9 (24%)
  2. Structure & Body8 (21%)
  3. Suspension, Wheels & Tires7 (18%)
  4. Brakes6 (16%)
  5. Collision Avoidance & Cameras5 (13%)
  6. Other3 (8%)
  7. Electrical System2 (5%)
  8. Engine2 (5%)
  9. Lane Departure2 (5%)
  10. Visibility & Wipers2 (5%)

What owners report

  • Owners report sudden unintended acceleration paired with brake failure, in one case requiring the driver to jump a curb to avoid a collision.
  • Some describe the automatic braking system slamming on the brakes prematurely, which owners say contributed to being rear-ended.
  • Several owners report front CV axle failures causing clunking noises during turns, sometimes diagnosed as internal axle damage or grease leaking from the CV boot at low mileage.
  • One report describes a sudden violent lateral jerk at highway speed tied to a suspected front suspension failure and partial wheel detachment, triggering airbag deployment.
  • Owners report heated seats causing skin burns and blistering during extended use.
  • Some describe the blind spot monitoring and rear radar system disabling itself at freeway speeds with no fix offered.
2025 Mazda CX-50 complaints: complaints filed per month8Jul 2025Sep 2025Jan 2026Mar 2026Jun 2026Aug 2026
48 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2025 to Sep 2026; peak Mar 2026 (8).

2025 Mazda CX-50 recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 25V737000Oct 29, 2025Suspension, Wheels & Tires1,007 vehicles

    Suspension:critical fasteners

    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.

    Risk: 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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 3, 2025.

  2. NHTSA 25V413000Jun 18, 2025Airbags2 vehicles

    Air bags: air bag/restraint control module:software

    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.

    Risk: 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.

2025 Mazda CX-50 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
25 MPG
Highway
31 MPG
Combined
28 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,300
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2025 compared with other CX-50 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100202320242025
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2023No verdict5063226
2024No verdict033126
2025No verdict10038228

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Frequently asked questions

How many complaints does the 2025 Mazda CX-50 have?
NHTSA lists 38 complaints for the 2025 Mazda CX-50, along with 3 crashes, 4 injuries, and 0 fires.
Are there recalls on the 2025 Mazda CX-50?
Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls: one for front suspension fastener bolts that may loosen and cause wheel detachment, and one for airbag module software that may cause improper deployment.
What is the worst problem area for the 2025 Mazda CX-50?
Transmission & Powertrain complaints are the most common, making up 24% of all complaints, mostly involving front axle and CV boot issues.
Is the 2025 Mazda CX-50 the worst model year?
Among the 3 model years with data, the 2025 has a Complaint Index of 100, ranking worst first compared to 2023 (50) and 2024 (0).
Does the 2025 CX-50 have brake problems?
Brakes account for 16% of complaints, including reports of automatic braking activating prematurely and 2 crashes linked to this category.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.