Mazda CX-50
The Mazda CX-50 is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Mazda since 2022 for the 2023 model year, for the North American and Chinese markets. Based on the same transverse, front-wheel-drive platform as the fourth-generation Mazda3 and the CX-30, the vehicle is sold alongside the slightly smaller CX-5 and is positioned below the larger, rear-wheel-drive based CX-70.
| Manufacturer | Mazda |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2022 |
| Body type | SUV |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Mazda CX-50 (from registration data). 20 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 7.9 l/100 km | 2011–2014 |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 7.6 l/100 km | 2011–2014 |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 6.7 l/100 km | 2016–2021 |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 6.9 l/100 km | 2016–2021 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 9.9 l/100 km | 2003–2008 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 10.7 l/100 km | 2003–2005 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 10.1 l/100 km | 2006–2008 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 10.1 l/100 km | 2006–2010 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.2 l/100 km | 2006–2007 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 12.4 l/100 km | 2006–2007 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 10.2 l/100 km | 2008–2010 |
| 2.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.6 l/100 km | 2009–2013 |
| 2.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 9 l/100 km | 2009–2019 |
| 2.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 9.8 l/100 km | 2012–2014 |
| 2.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.8 l/100 km | 2012–2015 |
| 2.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 8.1 l/100 km | 2014–2021 |
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 11.8 l/100 km | 2003–2008 |
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 12.1 l/100 km | 2003–2004 |
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.8 l/100 km | 2005–2008 |
| 3.7 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.4 l/100 km | 2009–2013 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Other Mazda models
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Recalls & safety
7 in the US-market NHTSA database, which may not apply to European versions for the Mazda CX-50. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS · NHTSAModel year 2025
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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 25V737000 · reported 29/10/2025
- LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERAUS · NHTSAModel year 2025
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 automatically adjust from high beams to low beams as intended.
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.
NHTSA campaign 24V649000 · reported 03/09/2024
- TRAILER HITCHESUS · NHTSAModel year 2025
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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 25V167000 · reported 14/03/2025
- AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWAREUS · NHTSAModel year 2025
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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 25V413000 · reported 18/06/2025
- TRAILER HITCHESUS · NHTSAModel year 2024
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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 25V167000 · reported 14/03/2025
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULEUS · NHTSAModel year 2023
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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 23V275000 · reported 18/04/2023
- TRAILER HITCHESUS · NHTSAModel year 2023
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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 23V135000 · reported 01/03/2023
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Mazda recalls.