2024 Mazda CX-50 problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2024 Mazda CX-50 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2024 Mazda CX-50. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2024 Mazda CX-50 get?

The 2024 Mazda CX-50 has U.S. EPA estimates of 25–27 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

2024 Mazda CX-50 at a glance

Safety recalls1

Owner complaints33

Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Combined25–27 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2024 Mazda CX-50 recalls 1

Trailer Hitches NHTSA Campaign #25V167000 · manufacturer #7225C · 14/03/2025

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.

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2024 Mazda CX-50 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Forward Collision Avoidance

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Lane Departure

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2024 Mazda CX-50 safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Frontal — driver★★★★★

Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Side — front seat★★★★★

Side — rear seat★★★★★

Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 15.5% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Frontal crash test — 2024 Mazda CX-50 SUV AWD Early Release

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Side barrier test — 2024 Mazda CX-50 SUV AWD Early Release

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Side pole test — 2024 Mazda CX-50 SUV AWD Early Release

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Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2024 Mazda CX-50 SUV AWD Early Release. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2024 Mazda CX-50 MPG & running costs

Combined25–27 mpg

City24 mpg

Highway30 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,600

EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Forced inductionTurbocharged

Engine start-stopOn some versions

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$1,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2024 Mazda CX-50 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,000

Fuel only$13,000

Per mile$0.17

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

About the Mazda CX-50

The Mazda CX-50 is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Mazda since 2022 for the 2023 model year, for the North American and Chinese markets. Based on the same transverse, front-wheel-drive platform as the fourth-generation Mazda3 and the CX-30, the vehicle is sold alongside the slightly smaller CX-5 and is positioned below the larger, rear-wheel-drive based CX-70.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

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Other Mazda CX-50 model years

2025 2023 2022

2024 Mazda CX-50 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Mazda CX-50 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2024 Mazda CX-50. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

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

Across all 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, structure, service brakes.

What is the 2024 Mazda CX-50 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2024 Mazda CX-50 an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2024 Mazda CX-50 get?

The 2024 Mazda CX-50 has U.S. EPA estimates of 25–27 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.