2012 Mazda MAZDA5 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MAZDA5 years
- About as many complaints as other years 6th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Mazda MAZDA5. That ranks 6th out of 11 MAZDA5 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (8 complaints, 22%), typically at around 61,425 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 7 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 37owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Mazda MAZDA5 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 22% | 61,425 | — | — |
| Structure | 7 | 19% | 60,138 | — | — |
| Tires | 7 | 19% | 10,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 11% | 85,475 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 11% | 67,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 4 | 11% | 41,333 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 8% | 94,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 8% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 5% | 110,300 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 5% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 3% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 3% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 3% | 3,150 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 20,715 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Mazda MAZDA5 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured November 18, 2008, to June 8, 2013, 2012-2015 Mazda5 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2010, to June 22, 2015, 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 26, 2015, and 2013-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured December 15, 2011, to December 26, 2015. On the affected vehicles, the lift gate support struts may corrode, possibly causing the struts to break and/or the lift gate to drop unexpectedly.
Risk: If the lift gate falls unexpectedly, it may hit the user, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Mazda dealers will replace the both lift gate supports, free of charge, however parts are not currently available. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9916H.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While accelerating from a complete stop at a traffic light on a multi-lane roadway, the vehicle suddenly lost all engine power without prior warning. The engine RPM dropped immediately to 0, causing the vehicle to stall in the middle of an active intersection and creating an immediate risk of a…
The contact owned a 2012 Mazda Mazda5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, a deer wandered into the middle of the road, and the contact depressed the brake pedal and the wheels locked up, causing the tires to slide. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a…
Sentury Touring (Discount Tire) 205/55/R16. Both front tires have inner wear to the point of shredding in the same location on *both* front tires. Both tires went out at the same time and could have caused a serious accident. Discount tire stated it was an alignment issue. The alignment shop (30…
The contact owns a 2012 Mazda MZ5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made…
This vehicle ejects a significant amount of fuel from its fuel filler port during every refueling. The volume of fuel and the distance the gasoline travels in a hazardous environment poses an avoidable risk that can result in a catastrophic event with potential fatalities. In addition, the…
Other Mazda MAZDA5 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 MAZDA5 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 MAZDA5 | 9 | 1 |
| 2014 MAZDA5 | 12 | 1 |
| 2013 MAZDA5 | 24 | 1 |
| 2012 | 37 | 1 |
| 2011 MAZDA5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 MAZDA5 | 57 | 1 |
| 2009 MAZDA5 | 64 | 2 |
| 2008 MAZDA5 | 67 | 1 |
| 2007 MAZDA5 | 61 | 1 |
| 2006 MAZDA5 | 78 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Mazda MAZDA5?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, structure, tires problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 8 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Mazda MAZDA5?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Mazda MAZDA5 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MAZDA5 model years, the 2012 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.