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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2010 Mazda Mazda5 tires problems
moderate 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $150 · see tires across all vehicles →
When does it fail?
Of the 6 tires complaints filed for the 2010 Mazda Mazda5, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
Among the 6 model years of Mazda Mazda5 in our records for tires problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA tires complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 13 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering tires on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
New CARB regulation regarding mandatory checking and documenting of tire pressure whenever a vehicle is in for service work. This applies to all service shops (including Mazda dealerships) in California effective September 1, 2010.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗MAZDA: TPMS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINDATED. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY DAMAGE TO THE VALVE NUT AND/OR VALVE STEM OF THE WHEEL.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
While checking the customer's tire pressure as part of an oil change service, the valve stem broke. The valve stem was part of the TPMS sensor resulting in the tire going flat and the car to become inoperable. A new TPMS sensor was procured and we (the service center) had to pay the $205.77 to repair the fault. *tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 mazda5 with toyo m122 205/50p tires. The contact stated that the drivers rear and front tires have failed. The driver side front tire developed a large blister on the sidewall. The driver side rear tear had a screw in the sidewall. The owner was not sure if the failure was caused by the tires or the wheel design of the vehicle. Mazda informed him that the defect was…
Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2010 Mazda Mazda5?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 6 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $150 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Based on the 6 complaints filed, tires issues most often appear around 54,479 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $150 for tires repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to tires?
No active recalls currently cover tires issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.