2023 Mazda CX-50 - Maintenance & Specs
The 2023 Mazda CX-50 belongs to a Mazda CX-50 lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 4 model years, from 2023 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 2.5L, 2.5L I4. It is configured as 4-wheel drive with an automatic (s6). This 2023 car is the earliest model year on record for the Mazda CX-50.
It takes 0W-20 full synthetic oil, 4.8 qt with a new filter meeting API SP. Fluid specs on file include FL22 coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, Mazda ATF FZ transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 13 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 27 ft-lb, lug nut 80 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around service brakes (5), forward collision avoidance (4), structure (4). A representative report reads: "When adjusting the temperature in the car with the dial, it does not respond correctly. It either jumps up or down by multiple degrees. This causes to take..." There are 2 safety recalls on record; one covers: Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2023 CX-50 vehicles equipped with a Mazda Genuine Accessory trailer hitch. The trailer....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 24 city / 30 highway MPG, 27 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $1,600.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 4.8 qt |
| OEM oil spec | API SP |
| EPA combined | 27 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/60R18 |
| Coolant | FL22 |
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 stars |
| Open recalls on record | 2 |
| Technical service bulletins | 200 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
Related Vehicles
Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.