mazda CX-5 problems
0 safety recalls. 377 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
CAR ACCESSORIES WILL NOT SHUT OFF WHEN I PUT VEHICLE IN PARK. THIS IS DANGEROUS DUE TO CAUSING THE BATTERY TO COMPLETELY DRAIN LEAVING ME STRANDED.
WHEN TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF THE ENGINE WILL TURN OFF BUT THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CONTINUE RUNNING. PARK SHIFTER SWITCH WEARS DOWN AND STOPS WORKING. THIS PROBLEM COULD RESULT IN BATTERY TO DIE. THIS HAPPENS REPEATEDLY. THIS IS WHEN THE DRIVER IS ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE…
front passenger side CV Axle/Boot, control arm, tie rod end fell apart causing tire to dislocate from vehicle. Vehicle has been properly maintained. It is at Mazda dealer service dept. It can be inspected there. If this fell apart on freeway it could have caused a major…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA CX-5. AFTER THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO THE DRIVE POSITION, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS AND WOULD NOT DRIVE FORWARD. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHUT OFF WHEN THE ENGINE POWER BUTTON WAS PRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE LOCAL DEALER (KOEPPEL…
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Common questions
Is the 2014 Mazda CX-5 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 377 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Mazda CX-5 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2014 Mazda CX-5?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 114 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Mazda CX-5 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 2014 Mazda CX-5?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 377 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, 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 aren't always better value.