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2025 Mazda CX-5 Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 0 NHTSA recalls and 21 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This is one of the better years for the Mazda CX-5

The 2025 model year shows below-average complaints compared to other years of this model — a good sign for reliability.

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Recommended — 2025 Mazda CX-5

The 2025 Mazda CX-5 shows low recall and complaint activity. Based on available NHTSA data, this is generally considered a solid model year choice.

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NHTSA Recalls
No known recalls
21
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
3
Crashes + Injuries
In NHTSA complaints

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NHTSA Recalls — 2025 Mazda CX-5

No NHTSA recalls found for the 2025 Mazda CX-5.

While this is a positive sign, recall status can change. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing.

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Most Common Problems — 2025 Mazda CX-5

Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Vehicle Speed Control
4
Steering
3
Electrical System
3
Visibility
2
Power Train
2
Unknown Or Other
2
Service Brakes
2
Forward Collision Avoidance
1
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Mazda CX-5 — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2025 model year is highlighted.

2019 253 complaints 2020 102 complaints 2021 136 complaints 2022 61 complaints 2023 57 complaints 2024 37 complaints 2025 21 complaints 2026 6 complaints

⚠ Years to avoid: 2019 — These model years show significantly elevated complaint activity.

✅ Best model years: 2024, 2025, 2026 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2025 Mazda CX-5

Is the 2025 Mazda CX-5 reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2025 Mazda CX-5 has no open recalls and 21 owner complaints. This is generally considered a reliable model year.
How many recalls does the 2025 Mazda CX-5 have?
There are currently no NHTSA recalls on file for the 2025 Mazda CX-5. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing as recalls can be added at any time.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Mazda CX-5?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2025 Mazda CX-5 are: Vehicle Speed Control, Steering, Electrical System, Visibility. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2025 Mazda CX-5 safe to buy?
The 2025 Mazda CX-5 shows a clean safety record with low complaint activity. It is generally considered safe to buy, though a pre-purchase inspection and independent VIN check are always recommended.
What year Mazda CX-5 should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Mazda CX-5 are: 2024, 2025, 2026. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years to avoid: 2019.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.