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Recall 23V-135

Mazda North American Operations recalled the 2023 Mazda CX-50: Trailer hitches.

At a glance

Campaign number
23V-135
Reported
March 1, 2023
Vehicles affected
560 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

Towing a trailer with inoperative lights or brakes can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will repair the trailer hitch harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-[removed] option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 5723B.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles