Power control unit/module (hpcu): softwareRecall 25V-418 · 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid
Mazda North American Operations recall 25V-418 covers 22 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid for a power control unit/module (hpcu): software problem, reported to NHTSA on June 18, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V418000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
Shifting into gear without the brake pedal depressed can result in unexpected vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. The manufacturer's number for this recall is 7725F.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 26, 2025 to February 27, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.