2015 Mazda CX-5 vs 2017 Mazda CX-5
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Mazda CX-5 | 2017 Mazda CX-5 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 133 | 148 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 602 | 570 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–29 | 26–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 29,826 mi | 19,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-5 | Mazda CX-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 | 44 |
| Structure | 27 | 12 |
| Power Train | 19 | 11 |
| Engine | 14 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 14 | 14 |
| Visibility/wiper | 10 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 7 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 12 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 7 |
2015 Mazda CX-5
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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.