Is the Mazda CX-50 Reliable?

20232026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.

76/100
Good

Reliability Score

3
Total Recalls
82
Owner Complaints
6
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths

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Mazda CX-50 Reliability by Year

Model YearRecallsComplaintsInjuriesDeathsReliability ScoreRating
202601
99
Excellent
20252221
68
Good
20240273
72
Good
20231322
64
Fair

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the CX-50 Compares to Similar Vehicles

Mazda CX-5076/100
Suv Category Average68/100

The CX-50 scores 8 points above the average suv — a strong result.

Known Mazda CX-50 Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

SERVICE BRAKES
12
POWER TRAIN
9
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
9
SUSPENSION
8
STRUCTURE:BODY
6
WHEELS
4

Based on 82 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mazda CX-50 reliable?+

The Mazda CX-50 scores 76/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 4 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 3 recall campaigns and 82 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year CX-50 is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2026 CX-50 achieved the highest reliability score of 99/100 with 0 recalls and 1 complaints.

How many miles does a CX-50 last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Mazda CX-50 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used CX-50 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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