NHTSA recall 23V-135 (23V135000)
trailer hitches recall reported March 1, 2023 - about 560 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V135000
- Also written as
- 23V-135
- Manufacturer number
- 5723B
- Reported
- March 1, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~560
- Component
- trailer hitches
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Towing a trailer with inoperative lights or brakes can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-135 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.