Front Suspension Bolts Not Tightened Properly

Affected vehicles (2)

Component / system

Defect

Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2025 CX-50 and CX-50 Hybrid vehicles. The front suspension fastener bolts may not be tightened properly, which can result in suspension component and/or wheel detachment.

Risk / consequence

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 November 3, 2025.

Chronology of events

1. Sep 17, 2025

   September 17, 2025: Mazda received a field report that a 2025 Mazda CX-50 experienced wheel and component detachment. After the dealer inspected the vehicle, the bolt that secures the lower control arm ball joint to the steering knuckle was found to be missing on the passenger-side. Mazda initiated an investigation. September 18 through October 6, 2025: This vehicle has been confirmed as a subject unit for in-plant repair. A review of the in-plant repair records shows that no tightening torque value was recorded for the bolt securing the lower control arm ball joint to the steering knuckle. Further investigation confirmed that for some units, repair records were missing or torque entries were not recorded for the bolts removed and reinstalled during the repair process. The investigation concluded that operators did not follow in- plant repair procedures. September 19 through October 10, 2025: In-plant processes were corrected to ensure that proper repair procedures are followed, and that related documentation is recorded and retained. October 7 through 22, 2025: Mazda assessed the potential risk associated with this issue, including its impact on vehicle operation and customer safety. To better understand the overall extent of the concern, the scope of the affected range was also identified.

2. Oct 23, 2025

   October 23, 2025: Mazda held a Quality Audit Committee meeting to review all available information to date and approved a field action for affected MY 2025 CX-50 vehicles. As of October 23, 2025, Mazda is aware of one field report and no warranty claims related to this issue in the U.S. and Territories. No accidents or injuries have been reported in connection with this concern.

Notification schedule

Dealer notification

Nov 03, 2025 - Nov 03, 2025 No Dealers

Owner notification

Dec 28, 2025 - Dec 28, 2025 Phased Recall