2013 Mazda MAZDA5 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MAZDA5 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 7th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Mazda MAZDA5. That ranks 7th out of 11 MAZDA5 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (5 complaints, 21%), typically at around 36,950 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 24owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 5 | 21% | 36,950 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 17% | 26,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 4 | 17% | 50,346 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 17% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 8% | 21,606 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 8% | 525 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 8% | 38,106 | — | — |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 4% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4% | 140,000 | — | — |
| Insert, Padding | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 4% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 8,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 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.
All of the door handles and locks have loosened and fallen off. Sliding door will not latch now. Hatch on rear has lost suspension.
Unknown
The tcm failed on the car and it is a very common thing. The design set the module in a location that overheats and malfunctions when connection is lost with mechanisms that warp under heat, the cost to repair at the dealership was extremely expensive
The tire blow up and causing lost control and hit curbs and itâs causing accident and itâs damaged front and damaged engine, trans pan , transmission and steering gear and linkage
I have gone to multiple mechanics with no help. My vehicle surges or revs any time the ac is on to the point that the vehicle lunges forward even when my foot is on the brake. This occurs in neutral, drive and park. It specifically occurs when i am slowing down, stopping, or coasting at a low…
Other Mazda MAZDA5 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 MAZDA5 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 MAZDA5 | 9 | 1 |
| 2014 MAZDA5 | 12 | 1 |
| 2013 | 24 | 1 |
| 2012 MAZDA5 | 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 2013 Mazda MAZDA5?
Owners most often report service brakes, engine, steering problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Mazda MAZDA5?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 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 2013 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.