2017 Mazda CX-5 vs 2018 Mazda CX-5
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Mazda CX-5 | 2018 Mazda CX-5 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 148 | 348 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 571 | 633 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–27 | 26–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 19,000 mi | 16,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-5 | Mazda CX-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 177 |
| Electrical System | 44 | 29 |
| Power Train | 11 | 41 |
| Service Brakes | 14 | 32 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 20 |
| Structure | 12 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 29 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 18 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 6 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 25 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 10 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 7 |
| Overheating | 0 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
2017 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.