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VIN JM3KFBCM1L1766181 identifies a sport utility vehicle โ the 2020 Mazda CX-5 Touring. This specific unit was assembled at the HOFU, YAMAGUCHI, JAPAN facility. It is equipped with 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 and a 2.5L 4 Cyl engine producing 187 hp.
At the time of this report, no open safety recalls are on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Mazda CX-5. While a clean recall record is a positive indicator, always verify directly at NHTSA.gov before purchase.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 35 MPG combined (32 city / 40 highway), which represents above-average fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $1800 at national average gas prices. It scores 8/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 253 g COโ/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2020 Mazda CX-5 Touring falls in an estimated used-market range of $21,600โ$28,600. The clean safety record supports the upper end of this range. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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About the 2020 MAZDA CX-5
The 2020 Mazda Cx-5 is a sport utility vehicle. For detailed model history and owner reviews, see Edmunds, Car and Driver, or Consumer Reports for the 2020 model year evaluation.
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Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Plant: HOFU, YAMAGUCHI, JAPAN
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NHTSA Recalls
No Open Recalls
No open recalls found.
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Owner Complaints
104 filed with NHTSA
The infotainment display screen on my 2020 Mazda CX-5...
Read windshield just shattered while driving down the highway....
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Fuel Economy
35 MPG Combined
City: 32 MPG
Hwy: 40 MPG
Combined: 35 MPG
Fuel: Gasoline
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$21,600โ$28,600
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Owner Complaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM06/10/2026
The infotainment display screen on my 2020 Mazda CX-5...
The infotainment display screen on my 2020 Mazda CX-5 has suffered a severe hardware failure resulting in un-commanded inputs, commonly known as "ghost touching." While driving at highway...
VISIBILITY/WIPER06/08/2026
Read windshield just shattered while driving down the highway....
Read windshield just shattered while driving down the highway. No object hit the windshield. On I-95 near PHL airport, near exit for Rt 420
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER04/16/2026
The vehicle infotainment system including the touchscreen display and...
The vehicle infotainment system including the touchscreen display and Connectivity Master Unit malfunctioned. The touchscreen operates without driver input, the system freezes or glitches, audio activates unexpectedly, and...
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS04/08/2026
Air bag light is flashing in the dashboard. It...
Air bag light is flashing in the dashboard. It says passenger air bag off. Driver seatbelt doesn't always click when trying to fastent seatbelt. I have to try...
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM04/08/2026
The car has signs of current recall in other...
The car has signs of current recall in other Cx-5 Models. Hesitation with acceleration or driving at high speed, reduced power, not responding appropriately when accelerating or would...
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE04/07/2026
While driving on the highway in traffic, I was...
While driving on the highway in traffic, I was applying the brakes (slowly and smoothly) and moving with the flow of traffic when the SBS system activated the...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER04/01/2026
I am reporting an ongoing defect with the infotainment...
I am reporting an ongoing defect with the infotainment system in my 2020 Mazda CX-5, involving ghost-touch inputs, system freezing, and random reboots. These issues began around the...
STEERING03/16/2026
The steering column in this car has a known...
The steering column in this car has a known defect in the steering column nut resulting in knocking/rattling/clunking. Mazda is aware of this issue and has redesigned the...
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 104 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
Estimated national average for this vehicle: $1,200/year. Your actual rate depends on your driving record, location, age, and coverage level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN JM3KFBCM1L1766181 decode to?+
VIN JM3KFBCM1L1766181 decodes to a 2020 MAZDA CX-5 Touring, assembled in HOFU, YAMAGUCHI, JAPAN.
How many recalls does this 2020 MAZDA CX-5 have?+
No open recalls were found for this 2020 MAZDA CX-5 at the time of this report. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing.
Is it safe to buy a 2020 MAZDA CX-5 with open recalls?+
This 2020 MAZDA CX-5 currently shows no open recalls, which is a positive safety indicator. Always confirm directly at NHTSA.gov before finalizing any purchase.
What is the estimated value of this 2020 MAZDA CX-5?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2020 MAZDA CX-5 Touring is estimated at $21,600โ$28,600. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 2020 MAZDA CX-5 get?+
According to EPA data, the 2020 MAZDA CX-5 gets approximately 35 MPG combined (32 city / 40 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $1,800.