Mazda ยท 2023
2023 Mazda CX-50 4WD
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 27 MPG.
Safety rating (NHTSA 5-Star)
Official crash-test ratings for the 2023 Mazda CX-50 SUV AWD.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 24 | 30 | 27 | 335 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 23 | 29 | 25 | 356 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
2 campaigns on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2023 CX-50 vehicles equipped with a Mazda Genuine Accessory trailer hitch. The trailer hitch harness may detach and become damaged, which can result in inoperative trailer lights and/or brakes.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2022-2023 CX-30 and 2023 CX-50 vehicles. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) may be damaged, which can result in reduced braking ability.
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
195 complaints filed by owners for this model year (30 involving a crash, 0 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of a 2023 Mazda CX-50 4WD?
EPA figures for the 2023 Mazda CX-50 4WD reach 27 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.
Are there recalls on the 2023 Mazda CX-50 4WD?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Mazda CX-50 4WD. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.
What are common problems with the 2023 Mazda CX-50 4WD?
Owners have filed 195 complaints with NHTSA for the 2023 Mazda CX-50 4WD, most often about: Forward Collision Avoidance, Service Brakes, Electrical System. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.
What is the safety rating of the 2023 Mazda CX-50 4WD?
NHTSA gave the 2023 Mazda CX-50 4WD (2023 Mazda CX-50 SUV AWD) an overall 5-star rating in the official 5-Star Safety Ratings program.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.