mazda Mazda5 problems
0 safety recalls. 12 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.
Top trouble spots 1 category with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
THE CAR WAS SITTING IN THE DRIVEWAY AND AN EIGHT INCH CRACKED DEVELOPED. THERE WERE NOT ANY CHIPS IN THE WINDSHIELD AND IT LOOKED LIKE IT WAS A STRESS CRACK. WAS NOT VERY HAPPY. WHEN INVESTIGATING I LEARNED THAT THERE ARE A LOT OF OTHER PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. IT SEEMS…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA 5. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE REVVED AT A HIGH RATE AS IF THE VEHICLE WOULD TAKE OFF. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE ENGINE WAS WARMED UP. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE…
SUNROOF SHATTERED WHILE DOING NORMAL DRIVING. NOTHING HIT THE SUNROOF OR THE CAR, THE SUNROOF SIMPLY SHATTERED AND GLASS FELL ON ME, AND MY CHILDREN. WE WERE DRIVING ON A STATE HIGHWAY GOING ABOUT 70 (THE SPEED LIMIT). THERE WERE NO OTHER VEHICLES AROUND OR IN FRONT OF ME.
The driver door handle stopped functioning on a 7-year-old low milage (<25k) Mazda 5. The malfunction is common among Mazda's and can be easily found when searching the internet. A small groove on the internal door handle mechanism breaks off and lets the spring pulling the…
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Common questions
Is the 2014 Mazda Mazda5 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.8 out of 10 based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 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.
What's the most common problem on the 2014 Mazda Mazda5?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 3 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. 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 2014 Mazda Mazda5?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 12 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, 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.