Issue Pattern Analysis

Mazda Cx-5 Common Problems

We analyzed every Mazda Cx-5 reliability report across 13 model years (avg score 88/100) — here are the issues that keep showing up.

Most-Reported Cx-5 Issues

Ranked by how often this issue appears in our Mazda Cx-5 year-by-year reports.

#1

Infotainment System

Affects 69% of years

Reported across 9 Mazda Cx-5 model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

#2

Brake Components

Affects 31% of years

Reported across 4 Mazda Cx-5 model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

#3

Minor Electrical

Affects 15% of years

Reported across 2 Mazda Cx-5 model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

#4

Brake System Wear

Affects 15% of years

Reported across 2 Mazda Cx-5 model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

#5

Braking System

Affects 15% of years

Reported across 2 Mazda Cx-5 model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.

Problems by Model Year

2013 Mazda Cx-583/100

A fun-to-drive, fuel-efficient compact SUV that delivers solid reliability, provided you address its few known weak spots.

2014 Mazda Cx-587/100

A spirited and genuinely reliable compact SUV with few significant weaknesses.

2015 Mazda Cx-588/100

A spirited and practical compact SUV with an excellent track record, offering peace of mind to its owners.

2016 Mazda Cx-587/100

A fun-to-drive, efficient, and highly dependable compact SUV that offers strong value in the used market.

2017 Mazda Cx-588/100

A fun-to-drive, highly reliable compact SUV with minimal major concerns, offering excellent value.

2018 Mazda Cx-587/100

A top-tier compact SUV for reliability, blending driving enjoyment with infrequent, manageable issues.

2019 Mazda Cx-589/100

A top-tier compact SUV known for its reliability, driving pleasure, and near-premium interior, with minor electronic and brake-related considerations.

2020 Mazda Cx-588/100

A driver-focused compact SUV offering excellent reliability and a near-luxury experience, with minor electrical and brake attention as its only caveats.

2021 Mazda Cx-588/100

A top-tier compact SUV that blends engaging driving with impressive long-term reliability, offering great value.

2022 Mazda Cx-591/100

A top-tier choice for reliability, offering a near-luxury experience with minimal major long-term concerns.

2023 Mazda Cx-592/100

A top-tier compact SUV renowned for its reliability, offering a premium feel without the premium ownership headaches.

2024 Mazda Cx-592/100

A top-tier choice for reliability, offering a refined driving experience with very few long-term concerns.

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