Mazda CX-50 years to avoid
The Mazda CX-50 years to avoid are 2023 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2026 is the cleanest year on record.
214
Total complaints
5
Recall campaigns
2023–2026
Years covered
1
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
CX-50 years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | High complaint rate | 98 |
Every CX-50 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 19 | 0 | |
| 2025 | 45 | 2 | |
| 2024 | 52 | 1 | |
| 2023avoid | 98 | 2 |
Common questions
What are the worst Mazda CX-50 years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the CX-50 years to avoid are 2023. The cleanest year on record is 2026.
What is the best year for the Mazda CX-50?
By complaint volume, 2026 has the cleanest NHTSA record among CX-50 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Mazda CX-50 have?
Across all model years, the CX-50 has 5 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 214 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through August 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated August 28, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.