Mazda MAZDA5 Problems by Year
Mazda MAZDA5 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical MAZDA5 year: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2006 MAZDA5: 78 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2008 MAZDA5: 67 complaints, 1 recall
- 2009 MAZDA5: 64 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2011 MAZDA5: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2016 MAZDA5: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2015 MAZDA5: 9 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mazda MAZDA5 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering problems | 101 | 9 | 6 |
| Tires | 59 | 7 | 0 |
| Suspension | 57 | 8 | 1 |
| Structure | 36 | 8 | 4 |
| Engine | 27 | 9 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 25 | 6 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 25 | 8 | 2 |
| Power Train | 23 | 8 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 20 | 9 | 6 |
| Wheels | 19 | 9 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 4 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 6 | 2 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 11 | 6 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 6 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 5 | 3 |
| Visibility | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Seats | 7 | 4 | 4 |
| Parking Brake | 6 | 4 | 3 |
| Equipment | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Child Seat | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Insert, Padding | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mazda MAZDA5 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 MAZDA5 | 2 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2015 MAZDA5 | 9 | 1 | — | Seats | |
| 2014 MAZDA5 | 12 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2013 MAZDA5 | 24 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2012 MAZDA5 | 37 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2011 MAZDA5 | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2010 MAZDA5 | 57 | 1 | — | Air Bags | More complaints than other years |
| 2009 MAZDA5 | 64 | 2 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2008 MAZDA5 | 67 | 1 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2007 MAZDA5 | 61 | 1 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2006 MAZDA5 | 78 | 2 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mazda MAZDA5 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2006 (78), 2007 (61), 2008 (67), 2009 (64) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical MAZDA5 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mazda MAZDA5?
Steering, with 101 complaints across 9 model years.
How many recalls does the Mazda MAZDA5 have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.