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2024 Mazda CX-50 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2024 Mazda CX-50 sits mid-pack among CX-50 years: 46 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 41, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

Driver Assistance leads the complaint categories with 12 reports (26% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

46

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2024 compare to other CX-50 years?

CX-50 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted91 complaints2023: 91 complaints2024: 46 complaints2025: 37 complaints2026: 9 complaints
CX-50 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Mazda CX-50 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance1226%
Body & Structure613%
Brakes511%
Other49%
Electrical System49%
Steering37%
Engine37%
Transmission37%
Visibility & Wipers24%
Suspension24%
Fuel System12%
Airbags12%

Does the 2024 Mazda CX-50 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V167000Trailer HitchMarch 14, 2025 · 63 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A detached trailer hitch assembly can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owned a 2024 Mazda CX-50. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, after exiting the freeway, the contact was distracted, and when the contact turned to face the road, the vehicle rear-ended the vehicle in front. The contact stated that from the impact, the vehicle…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · January 27, 2026 · crash

“Vehicle was dormant overnight and caught fire. Battery disintegrated and fire tore across the entire engine compartment and front end. Fire department conducted investigation and determined mechanical failure. Showed no signs of issue before hand was driven shortly the night before to move parking…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · February 3, 2026 · fire

“The contact owns a 2024 Mazda CX-50. The contact stated that there was uneven brake wear on the inner brake pad. The contact stated that the inner side of the brake pads were wearing before the outer sides. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 25, 2025

“Vehicle was dormant overnight and caught fire. Battery disintegrated and fire tore across the entire engine compartment and front end. Fire department conducted investigation and determined mechanical failure. Showed no signs of issue before hand was driven shortly the night before to move parking…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 3, 2026 · fire

“Vehicle steering failed and caused the vehicle to go in opposite direction than intended, ended up almost hitting a streetlamp due to this. Issue had happened before and ended up on opposite side of traffic but had attributed it to loss of traction and wet weather at the time, but likely related to…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 11, 2024

2024 Mazda CX-50 — common questions

Is the 2024 Mazda CX-50 reliable?

It is close to typical for the CX-50: 46 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2024 CX-50 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (12 complaints), body & structure (6 complaints), brakes (5 complaints).

Does the 2024 Mazda CX-50 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2024 Mazda CX-50. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mazda CX-50 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the CX-50 years to avoid are 2023. The cleanest record among CX-50 years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2024 Mazda CX-50?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 Mazda CX-50 earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.