Is the Mazda Mazda5 Reliable?
2006–2015 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Mazda Mazda5 Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 | 8 | 12 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2014 | 1 | 6 | — | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2013 | 1 | 17 | — | — | 78 | Good |
| 2012 | 1 | 26 | 2 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2011 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 98 | Excellent |
| 2010 | 1 | 40 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 2009 | 3 | 43 | 1 | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2008 | 2 | 47 | — | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2007 | 2 | 42 | 3 | — | 59 | Fair |
| 2006 | 2 | 62 | 3 | — | 59 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Mazda5 Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Mazda5 scores exactly at the minivan average.
Known Mazda Mazda5 Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 293 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mazda Mazda5 reliable?+
The Mazda Mazda5 scores 71/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 14 recall campaigns and 293 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Mazda5 is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2011 Mazda5 achieved the highest reliability score of 98/100 with 0 recalls and 2 complaints.
How many miles does a Mazda5 last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mazda Mazda5 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Mazda5 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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