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2006 Mazda MAZDA5 vs 2008 Mazda MAZDA5

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2006 Mazda MAZDA52008 Mazda MAZDA5
NHTSA complaints7867
Recall campaigns21
Service bulletins (TSBs)197219
Investigations01
Crash reports54
Fire reports21
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)
Median reported incident mileage52,000 mi38,750 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentMazda MAZDA5Mazda MAZDA5
Steering1037
Suspension209
Tires187
Structure65
Engine and Engine Cooling90
Electrical System34
Power Train34
Latches/locks/linkages51

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling85
Steering problems017

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.