Mazda CX-50 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Mazda CX-50 model year (2023–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Mazda CX-50 Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 50 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: SERVICE BRAKES
Problem score: 60
1 recall · 26 complaints
6 reported injuries
Top issue: STRUCTURE
Problem score: 41
4 recalls · 26 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 40
Best Mazda CX-50 Years to Buy
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 0
4 recalls · 26 complaints
Main area: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 40
1 recall · 26 complaints
Main area: STRUCTURE
Problem score: 41
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Mazda CX-50 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 4 | 26 | 40 | Avoid |
| 2024 | 1 | 26 | 41 | Avoid |
| 2023 | 2 | 50 | 60 | Avoid |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
Mazda CX-50 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent CX-50 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year CX-50 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2023 Mazda CX-50 if possible. It has 2 recalls, 50 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is SERVICE BRAKES. The overall problem score is 60 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year CX-50 to buy?+
The 2026 Mazda CX-50 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 0. It has only 0 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which CX-50 has the fewest problems?+
The 2026, 2025, 2024 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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