repaired · 2026 Q3
Trailer hitches
Risk. A detached trailer hitch assembly can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2024 Mazda CX-50Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 37 owner complaints about the 2024 Mazda CX-50, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 25V-167 the manufacturer reports only 94% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 10, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Mazda CX-50 has problems
37 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
8Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
6Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
6Structure2 crash/fire/injury
6Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
4Engine1 crash/fire/injury
3Lane departure
3Power train
3Steering
3Back over prevention
108 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 8 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 1 |
| Structure | 6 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 1 |
| Engine | 4 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 3 | 0 |
| 8 other systems | 10 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2024 Mazda CX-50 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mazda.
Best & worst years
2024 vs. every other CX-50 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the CX-50 median. How we score
'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What CX-50 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
FORMAL VEHICLE SAFETY COMPLAINT Vehicle: 2024 Mazda CX-50 Subject: Repeated Unintended Emergency Braking, False Collision Warnings, and Persistent Braking-System Malfunction I am submitting a formal safety complaint concerning serious and recurring braking-system malfunctions involving my 2024…
This is the 2nd time I’m reporting that I was severely burnt on my thigh from my drivers seat heater, overheating. There are on going glass action law suits against Mazda for this issue. My 2024 CX-50 has not been in service at Olympia Mazda with no updates on repairs and when I will get my car…
I'm curious how many other Mazda owners are dealing with the same battery drain issue. I'm now on my third battery since 2024: Factory battery replaced under warranty in 2025. Second replacement purchased in March 2026. Within a month, the "Battery Low - Drive Vehicle to Recharge" warning was back.…
Own a 2024 CX-50?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.