There are no safety recalls for the 2026 Mazda CX-50, but owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA.
2026 Mazda CX-50 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | |
| Power Train | 4 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 3
- Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 3,506 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2026 Mazda CX-50 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Power Train · reported Nov 6, 2026
My 2026 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid would not move forward after reversing out of a parking lot and then putting it into drive. I was basically stuck in the middle of a parking lot, with oncoming traffic, cars wanted me to get out of the way, kind of nerve racking. I ended up having to put it back into park, turning it off, then restarting, and thankfully it shifted into drive and I was able to drive off. Since then it seems to be fine, but I donât want this happening to my wife! I am taking the car into the Mesquite, TX, Metro Mazda dealership, today, so they can read the DTC codes. Here is what I…
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Oct 21, 2026
The fuel filler door on my 2026 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid premium was defective and would not open due to a sticking fuel tank shut-off valve -- a documented known issue across the 2023 through 2025 CX-50 lineup. The vehicle was delivered brand new with this pre-existing defect without disclosure. The inability to refuel the vehicle creates a direct safety risk of being stranded without fuel with a minor child as a passenger. The defect was eventually confirmed and repaired under warranty however it should have been caught during pre-delivery inspection before the vehicle was delivered to the…
Engine · reported Sep 21, 2026
I own a brand-new 2026 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid that is currently under the manufacturer's warranty. I am reporting an intermittent failure of the vehicle to respond normally to a selected driving direction. During the first incident on August 28, 2026, I had shifted the vehicle into Reverse. The vehicle indicated that Reverse was selected, but when I pressed the accelerator, the vehicle did not move or respond as expected. I attempted to change the selected driving direction, but the vehicle was not responding normally to the shift commands.l, again responding as if it were in neutral. I was unable…
Power Train · reported Aug 3, 2026
On several occasions, moving the gear selector from Reverse to Drive, the transmission has failed to engage Drive, with the dashboard displaying "D" and the vehicle moving in reverse upon throttle application. Fortunately, objects, pets or pedestrians were not present behind the vehicle during the occurrences. The dealership was unable to duplicate the condition and found no software updates or other notices from Mazda addressing the issue.
Power Train · reported Jul 24, 2026
I parked this hybrid rental vehicle on a steep street facing uphill and remained in the car with it on for about 15 to 30 minutes. When I put the vehicle back in Drive, released the brake pedal, and pressed the gas pedal to drive away, the car quickly free-rolled backwards. There was no throttle response, and I had to quickly brake to stop the car from its quick backwards descent. Multiple attempts to correct the issue, including various combinations of placing the car back in Park and back in Drive, engaging the electronic parking brake, etc., had no effect. There was no throttle response at…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2026 Mazda CX-50 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2026 Mazda CX-50 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2026 Mazda CX-50?
Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (4 reports), followed by power train (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 3,506 miles.
Are Mazda recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mazda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.