NHTSA Recall 23V135000: Trailer hitches
Mazda North American Operations reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 560 vehicles. It affects 2023 Mazda CX-50.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V135000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 5723B |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | March 1, 2023 |
| Owner notification | April 11, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Towing a trailer with inoperative lights or brakes can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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 1-800-222-5500 option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 5723B.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V135000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mazda CX-50 | 2023 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.