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Mazda CX-50 VIN Number Check

Run a free NHTSA vPIC decode on a Mazda CX-50 VIN to confirm the model year and engine, then see which of the 7 NHTSA recall campaigns for 2023–2026 cover that year.

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Free decode plus the NHTSA recalls for its model year. 17 characters, no I, O or Q.

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Mazda CX-50

About the Mazda CX-50

Mazda has sold the CX-50 in the US since the 2023 model year. Across those years NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recall campaigns and 156 owner complaints. The 2023 has the most complaints of any model year (63). EPA rates it at 25–38 mpg combined. A free VIN decode gives you NHTSA vPIC’s record for the car (model year, engine, plant) and the NHTSA recalls for its model year. It won’t show theft, flood or lemon-law history.

US model years2023–2026
EPA classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle
NHTSA recall campaigns7
Owner complaints156 at NHTSA
Mazda CX-50 photographed at a US vehicle auction
Auction lot photo, for illustration
Generations

Mazda CX-50 at a glance

One generation in the data, 2023–2026: 7 NHTSA recall campaigns and 156 owner complaints.

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CX-50
2023–2026Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Mazda CX-50 (2023–2026)

Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

20232026
2023–2026

Mazda CX-50

EPA classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle
EPA combined mpg25–38
NHTSA recalls7

Engines (EPA)

  • 2.5 L 4-cyl · 2023–2026
  • 2.5 L 4-cyl (turbo) · 2023–2026
  • 2.5 L 4-cyl (hybrid) · 2025–2026

Drive & transmission (EPA)

  • AWD/4WD
  • automatic (2023–2026), CVT (2025–2026)

Known issues to check

Forward collision avoidance (40)Brakes (28)Powertrain (transmission, driveline) (23)

Mentions in 156 NHTSA complaints.

Sample VIN pattern · CX-507MMVABXY?PN······NHTSA vPIC decodes it as a 2023 Mazda CX-50 CX-50, built in Huntsville, Alabama
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Sources: EPA · NHTSA · vPIC

NHTSA campaign data

Which CX-50 model years each recall covers

NHTSA data

NHTSA has 7 campaigns on file for CX-50 model years 2023–2026, and the 2025 shows up in more of them than any other year (5), ahead of the 2023 (2). Move the line to your model year to see which apply.

2025
Air bag inflator, fire risk or do-not-drive/park-outside advisorySafety recall
Pick a row
What to ask

Source: NHTSA recall database, vehicle campaigns only; row text is NHTSA’s summary. A listed year does not mean every car is covered, so check the VIN.

Transport Canada recalls for these model years were checked against this list; each one matches an NHTSA campaign shown here. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada · Transport Canada.

Owner reports · NHTSA complaints

What Mazda CX-50 owners report

Owner summaries + NHTSA data

Between them, the 2023 and 2025 hold 110 of the 156 complaints, or 71%. Tap any bar or generation.

156NHTSA complaints, 2023–2026
16mention a crash
1mention a fire
15injuries reported
Owner complaints by model yearCX-50: 156 complaints · most for the 2023 (63)

Top complaint areas · CX-50

Mentions in 156 complaints, 2023–2026.

Forward collision avoidance40
Brakes28
Powertrain (transmission, driveline)23
Electrical system20
Structure and body17
Suspension14
Crashes 16Fires 1Injuries 15

2023–2026

NHTSA data summary

The 2023 is the outlier. On its own it has 63 of the ’s 156 complaints (40%), more than any other CX-50 model year, and owners across the generation name forward collision avoidance most often (40 mentions), then brakes (28).

What CX-50 owners report across recent generations

Owner summary

2023–present (1st generation)

Owner data is thin, with about 60 NHTSA complaints for 2023, fewer for later years and only a handful of CarComplaints reports. CarComplaints owners mention front brakes leaking fluid and a rear main seal leak on the 2023, and several NHTSA owners of the 2025 report clicking or popping from the front axles when turning. Recalls cover ABS control units on some 2023 models that may reduce braking, the forward camera on some 2025 models and front suspension bolts on some 2025 models that may not be tight. [1] [2] [3]

What to check before buying

  • Run the VIN through the NHTSA recall lookup, including the ABS, forward camera and front suspension recalls.
  • Look behind the front wheels for brake fluid leaks and under the engine for oil.
  • On the drive, make tight turns while accelerating and listen for clicking from the front axles, and confirm the lane keeping and automatic braking warnings stay off.
Sources (3) and method
Sources:
  1. NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, 2023 Mazda CX-50
  2. CarComplaints.com, 2023 Mazda CX-50 problems
  3. NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, 2025 Mazda CX-50

Counts: NHTSA complaints file, records to October 1, 2026, one count per complaint; areas are NHTSA component groups.

Owner summary updated September 25, 2026.

Owner complaints · by model year

CX-50 complaint breakdown by model year

NHTSA data

Hybrid CX-50 versions count alongside gas ones. Tap a year to see its top systems.

156complaints, 2023–2026
16mention a crash
1mention a fire
15injuries reported
Most complaints: 2023 (63), 2025 (47), 2024 (33)
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2023 · 63 complaints

Crashes 9 · fires 0 · injuries 3

Service brakes16
Forward collision avoidance14
Electrical system9
Unknown or other8
Power train6

Systems as NHTSA names them; a complaint can list several. Source: NHTSA complaints data, records to October 1, 2026.

EPA fuel economy & emissions

CX-50 CO₂, smog rating and yearly fuel cost

EPA data

EPA lists 10 CX-50 versions for model years 2023–2026 (gas and hybrid). The lowest tailpipe CO₂ is 233 g/mi, for the 2026 hybrid. Pick a model year and powertrain to see each version.

CX-502023–2026

25–38 mpg · CO₂ 233–356 g/mi

2025
28combined MPG
322CO₂ grams per mile (tailpipe)
$2,400EPA yearly fuel cost
6/10Smog rating
1 = worst · 10 = cleanest
6/10Greenhouse gas rating
California LEV-III SULEV30 · Federal Tier 3 Bin 30Emission standard
Cleanest gas version of 2025: 4WD · Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L — 28 MPG · 322 g/mi
Best (lowest) CO₂ by model year
20025030035040020252023 · Gas: 3352024 · Gas: 3352025 · Gas: 3222026 · Gas: 3442025 · Hybrid: 2332026 · Hybrid: 233
GasHybrid

Annual fuel cost is EPA’s estimate at its current fuel-price assumptions (15,000 miles a year, 55% city driving), so older years are priced at today’s fuel prices. Smog rating and emission standard can differ by sales area (federal vs. California); both are shown. Source: fueleconomy.gov.

Compare rivals

CX-50 vs Toyota RAV4 vs Honda CR-V

NHTSA + EPA data

Take 2023–2026. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the CX-50, against 8 for the Toyota RAV4 and 10 for the Honda CR-V. Pick a range to compare.

Mazda CX-50

Model years 2023–2026

NHTSA recall campaigns
7
NHTSA owner complaints
156
EPA combined mpg
25–38
Engines (EPA)
4-cyl 2.5 L
Also listed
turbo, hybrid
Drive (EPA)
AWD/4WD
NHTSA crash rating
5★ overall (2025)

Most-reported complaint areas (NHTSA)

  1. Forward collision avoidance 40
  2. Brakes 28
  3. Powertrain (transmission, driveline) 23

Toyota RAV4

Model years 2023–2026

NHTSA recall campaigns
8
NHTSA owner complaints
572
EPA combined mpg
28–43
Engines (EPA)
4-cyl 2.5 L
Also listed
hybrid, plug-in hybrid
Drive (EPA)
AWD/4WD, FWD
NHTSA crash rating
5★ overall (2025)

Most-reported complaint areas (NHTSA)

  1. Electrical system 152
  2. Engine and cooling 82
  3. Forward collision avoidance 69

Honda CR-V

Model years 2023–2026

NHTSA recall campaigns
10
NHTSA owner complaints
1,536
EPA combined mpg
28–40
Engines (EPA)
4-cyl 1.5, 2.0 L · Electric
Also listed
turbo, hybrid
Drive (EPA)
AWD/4WD, FWD
NHTSA crash rating
5★ overall (2025)

Most-reported complaint areas (NHTSA)

  1. Steering 619
  2. Forward collision avoidance 218
  3. Visibility (glass, wipers, mirrors) 142

NHTSA recalls (vehicle campaigns for all powertrain versions; equipment and tire campaigns left out), complaints (not sales-adjusted) and 5-Star overall ratings for the latest year rated for all three; EPA mpg, engines and drive. Rivals: same EPA class, picked by VinNumber.net.

Mazda CX-50 VIN number location

Where to find the VIN on a CX-50

Tap a spot. Every location should show the same 17 characters.

White Mazda CX-50 (first generation) SUV, front three-quarter view, with the VIN locations marked

Photo: Hans Haase, CC BY-SA 3.0, cropped

Illustration: VinNumber.net

Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0; edited and VIN pins added by VinNumber.net

Locate the CX-50's VIN on the plate at the lower driver's side windshield. Door jamb sticker and a B-pillar label complete the standard set. CX-50 is a recent model (2023+), used inventory is limited.

  1. Windshield plateRead it through the glass at the base of the driver's side windshield.
    Source: 49 CFR 565.13(f) (NHTSA): VIN inside the passenger compartment, readable through the glazing next to the left windshield pillar
  2. Door jamb labelOpen the driver's door: the certification label on the B-pillar lists the VIN.
    Source: 49 CFR 567.4 (NHTSA): certification label with VIN at the driver door hinge pillar, latch post or door edge
The title, registration and insurance card show the VIN as well. All locations should match.
FAQ

Common Mazda CX-50 VIN questions

Which Mazda CX-50 model years have the most owner complaints?

The 2023 leads with 63, ahead of the 2025 (47) and 2024 (33). Those first two alone make up 71% of the 156 CX-50 complaints filed with NHTSA, not adjusted for sales.

How many recalls has the Mazda CX-50 had?

NHTSA’s recall records show 7 vehicle campaigns for model years 2023–2026, leaving out equipment and tire campaigns.

What fuel economy does the Mazda CX-50 get?

It varies. EPA rates the 2023–2026 CX-50 at 25–38 mpg combined, depending on engine and drive (fueleconomy.gov).

How does the Mazda CX-50 compare with the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V on recalls?

For 2023–2026 models the CX-50 has 7 NHTSA recall campaigns. The Toyota RAV4 has 8, the Honda CR-V 10. Complaints run 156, 572 and 1,536 in that order, with no sales adjustment.

What crash rating does the Mazda CX-50 have?

NHTSA’s 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2025 CX-50 5 stars overall. One version, AWD, is rated.

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