NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Mazda CX-50 Safety Ratings
The 2025 Mazda CX-50 scores 90 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 4 recalls, and 39 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid registers an overall NHTSA Safety Index of 90 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional category. This score marks a two-point decrease from the 2024 model's 92, primarily due to the introduction of four active recall campaigns. Despite these new recalls, the vehicle's NHTSA crash-test performance remains robust across all evaluated areas.
The 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid received a 5-out-of-5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 90/100, sourced from federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Mazda CX-50 ranks 71 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 90 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 0% |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 39 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 71 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Mazda CX-50?
The 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid's Safety Index of 90/100 is genuinely strong, but the two-point decline from the 2024 model's 92 deserves a clear explanation. The defect-record sub-score of 14.25 out of 20 is the segment pulling the overall figure down, a direct reflection of the four recall campaigns that arrived during this model year. Crash protection at 66 out of 70 and a perfect avoidance-tech score of 10 out of 10 confirm that the vehicle's hardware performed well in controlled NHTSA testing. What distinguishes 2025 specifically is the suspension fastener recall, a safety-critical campaign involving structural components, combined with a software-based airbag module recall, two issues that sit at opposite ends of the mechanical-versus-electronic spectrum. The lane-departure camera recall further complicates the picture because that system is also the source of 7 unverified owner complaints about forward collision avoidance, suggesting real-world friction between the recall condition and the active-safety features buyers likely chose this vehicle to get. The 39 total complaints, with Power Train leading at 11 alleged reports, add another layer of scrutiny to a model year that otherwise posts elite crash-test numbers.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Mazda CX-50 perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid achieved a 5 out of 5 stars overall safety rating from NHTSA. This performance extends to both frontal and side impact protection, where the vehicle also secured 5-star ratings. The rollover assessment rated 4 out of 5 stars. All safety categories were fully tested for this model year.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20111
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Mazda CX-50 have any recalls?
Yes, four recall campaigns cover this model year. The most structurally serious involves front suspension fastener bolts that may not be properly tightened, a critical-fasteners issue. A second recall addresses airbag and restraint control module software that was incorrectly configured. A third covers trailer hitch accessories on 2024-2025 CX-50 vehicles. A fourth targets the forward sensing camera tied to the lane-departure system. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the data, but owners should verify remedy status by VIN.
SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS25V737000
Risk: Wheel or suspension component detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control and a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front suspension fastener bolts and, if necessary, replace and tighten them, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 10, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. The manufacturer's number for this recall is 7925J. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning
Reported 2025-10-29
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE25V413000
Risk: An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the module software, free of charge. Owner notifications will not be mailed due to all vehicles being under Mazda dealer control. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. The manufacturer's number for this recall is 7625F.
Reported 2025-06-18
TRAILER HITCHES25V167000
Risk: 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.
Reported 2025-03-14
LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA24V649000
Risk: Automatic braking, steering assist, and headlight control systems that do not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the forward sensing camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6824H.
Reported 2024-09-03
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Mazda CX-50?
Owners have filed 39 unverified complaints with NHTSA, alleging 2 crashes and 3 injuries. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Power Train with 11 reports, Forward Collision Avoidance with 7, and Service Brakes with 6. All are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
39 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Mazda CX-50?
Four recall campaigns have been issued for the 2025 CX-50 Hybrid, a factor that should prompt any prospective owner to verify that all necessary repairs have been completed. Critical among these are remedies for suspension fasteners and airbag software, both of which are significant safety concerns. The presence of an unresolved critical-fasteners recall, in particular, necessitates immediate attention, as it directly impacts vehicle integrity.
- The 2025 model year carries a suspension critical-fasteners recall specific to front suspension bolts that may not be properly tightened, a structural safety issue not present in the prior year's recall record.
- The Safety Index dropped two points from the 2024 score of 92 to 90, driven by a lower defect-record sub-score of 14.25 out of 20 that reflects the four recall campaigns issued against this model year.
- Seven unverified owner complaints target the Forward Collision Avoidance system, a notable concentration that overlaps with the lane-departure and forward sensing camera recall campaign active on this same model year.
- Rollover protection is the only star rating below 5, earning 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA, while frontal and side protection both achieved the maximum 5-star result in official testing.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Mazda CX-50 places
The 2025 Mazda CX-50 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Mazda CX-50 safety questions
Was the 2025 Mazda CX-50 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Mazda CX-50, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 90 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Mazda CX-50 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Mazda CX-50 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 0%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Mazda CX-50 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Mazda CX-50. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Mazda CX-50?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 39 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Mazda CX-50. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other CX-50 years
Rivals in SUV (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model X | 96/100 | not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Acura ADX | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20111), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mazda CX-50 2025.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 71 of 153 in the SUV class for 2025.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.