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 MAZDA, 7712 NORTHERN BLVD, QUEENS, NY) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SHIFTER WAS FAULTY. THE SHIFTER WAS REPLACED, BUT …
2014 mazda CX-5 powertrain problems
moderate 49 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
49
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
TL THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA CX-5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A MANUFACTURING ERROR FOR THE UPSWITCH BUILT INTO THE SELECTER LEVER COMPONENT IN THE GEAR SHIFT IN AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. THE SWITCH WOULD NOT TURN OFF ONE OUT OF EVERY THREE TIMES, WHICH DRAINED THE VEHICLE'S BATTERY. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY SAW NO RECALLS FOR THE FAILURE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO NHTSA. THE…
ABOUT AN HOUR INTO MY COMMUTE FROM WORK, STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT. ACCELERATOR DIDN'T RESPOND AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO REACH FULL SPEED. MAXIMUM SPEED REACHED 5-10 MPH ON A 50 MPH ROAD. SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS DISPLAYED IMMEDIATELY AND WAS ABLE TO SAFELY PULL OVER ONTO SIDE ROAD. RESTARTED VEH AND ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON; ACCELERATOR RESPONDED NORMAL AND WAS ABLE TO GET HOME CAUTIOUSLY. VEH WAS T…
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2014 mazda CX-5?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 49 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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