Mazda CX-5 reliability
The Mazda CX-5 fails its MOT about as often as most cars 6 to 10 years old: 21.8% of 33,982 tests failed in 2023, against 24.4% on average.
8 DVSA recalls for the Mazda CX-5
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Catalytic reduction (scr) system wiring may become damaged by contamination
Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system wiring may become damaged by contamination
Fix: Inspect the SCR harness repair if necessary and fit protector.
Recalled models: CX-5 · 2,187 vehicles
Low pressure fuel pump impeller might become deformed
The impeller in the low-pressure fuel pump may become deformed causing fuel pump failure.
Fix: Replace the low-pressure fuel pump with an improved part.
Recalled models: CX-5 · 26,974 vehicles
One or both led daytime running lamps may flicker flash or fail completely
One or both LED daytime Running Lamps may flicker flash or fail completely.
Fix: Replace sealing gaskets and install gas absorbing sheets on affected units that operate normally. Replace any faulty units.
Recalled models: CX-5 · 4,566 vehicles
Soot may accumulate around the intake shutter valve on the inlet side of the engine
Soot may accumulate around the intake shutter valve on the inlet side of the engine.
Fix: Check clean or replace the intake shutter valve and update software.
Recalled models: CX-5 · 70,435 vehicles
Vacuum pump may wear prematurely.
The vacuum pump may wear prematurely meaning that in some applications where the brake pedal is pressed quickly whilst at low engine speed � the servo assistance provided by the vacuum system in decreased. This could cause a momentary decrease in braking performance. Braking assistance available to the driver can be reduced
Fix: Vehicles affected will be fitted with a modified Vacuum pump.
Recalled models: CX-5 · 11,498 vehicles
Injector mounting nuts tightening force may be insufficient
The tightening force of the injector mounting nuts may be insufficient. This could cause combustion gas to leak from the injector and contaminate the engine oil within the cylinder head. This in turn could cause the engine oil strainer to become blocked. This could cause the engine to stall. Engine Pressure Oil Light appears along with the engine malfunction indicator. Possible Engine Stall without Warning
Fix: Vehicles affected will have the engine checked for contamination and repaired / replaced if necessary. The Fuel injectors will also be re-tightened to the appropriate torque.
Recalled models: CX-5 · 11,021 vehicles
Fuel injector software does not control the electric current correctly
The Software controlling the fuel injectors does not control the electric current correctly. This may cause the injector control circuit to short circuit and cause the engine to stall. Results in possible Engine Stall without Warning
Fix: Vehicles affected will have the injector control software re-programmed
Recalled models: CX-5 · 48,875 vehicles
Tailgate may drop down without warning
Water may penetrate the tailgate strut cylinder. This may cause corrosion which may affect the strut's attachment.
Fix: Replace both tailgate struts on affected vehicles
Recalled models: CX-5 · 121,812 vehicles
Checking a Mazda CX-5 before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.