Is the Mazda CX-5 Reliable?
2013–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Mazda CX-5 Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 0 | 8 | — | — | 78 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 20 | — | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 23 | — | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 45 | — | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 79 | 11 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2020 | 0 | 72 | 4 | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 1 | 178 | 5 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2018 | 2 | 226 | 2 | — | 72 | Good |
| 2017 | 1 | 90 | 1 | — | 82 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the CX-5 Compares to Similar Vehicles
The CX-5 scores 12 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Mazda CX-5 Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 741 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mazda CX-5 reliable?+
The Mazda CX-5 scores 80/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 4 recall campaigns and 741 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year CX-5 is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 CX-5 achieved the highest reliability score of 86/100 with 0 recalls and 23 complaints.
How many miles does a CX-5 last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mazda CX-5 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used CX-5 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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