Safety Recall NHTSA · 23V135000 Reported March 1, 2023

Trailer hitch harness may detach

Mazda North American Operations · N/A · 560 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
23V135000
Manufacturer Campaign
5723B
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
560
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 1, 2023
Completion Rate
63.57

Defect Summary

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 Consequence

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

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference recall ID 23V135000 or campaign 5723B.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 23V135000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 23V135000?

NHTSA recall 23V135000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on March 1, 2023. It addresses: Trailer hitch harness may detach. The recall affects approximately 560 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V135000 or the manufacturer campaign number 5723B. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.