Mazda Mazda5 problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 24 owner complaints. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 8.4/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 3 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
The emergency brakes of Mazda 5 do not work. My car slid off while parked and crashed against a mailbox. Both car and mailbox were damaged. Mazda claims it is not responsible as it states in its manual that you need to always leave the car on gear when you park even on a flat…
All of the door handles and locks have loosened and fallen off. Sliding door will not latch now. Hatch on rear has lost suspension.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Mazda 5. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed. The contact had to exert force to turn the steering wheel. The power steering indicator illuminated after the failure occurred. The contact was able to restart the engine and resumed normal…
The parking brake failed. Manual transmission. The vehicle was left stationary, parked in a parking lot on only a very slight incline. The parking brake lever was pulled up and engaged, the vehicle not moving as all occupants exited the vehicle and walked away. Upon returning to…
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Common questions
Is the 2013 Mazda Mazda5 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.4 out of 10 based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Mazda Mazda5 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2013 Mazda Mazda5?
On the NHTSA data, the 2013 Mazda Mazda5 does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.4/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2013 Mazda Mazda5?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 4 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 60,000 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 60,000 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Mazda Mazda5 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2013 Mazda Mazda5?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 24 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.