2021 MAZDA CX-5 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
177
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
74
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2021 MAZDA CX-5
The 2021 MAZDA CX-5 has received a total of 177 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. 74 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mazda Motor Corp. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (71 complaints), Power Train (16 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (14 complaints).
Recalls for the 2021 MAZDA CX-5
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 MAZDA CX-5. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2021 MAZDA CX-5
177 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 MAZDA CX-5. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2021 Mazda CX-5 equipped with Firestone Tires, Tire Line: Destination LE3, Tire Size: 225/55/R19, DOT Numbers: 17XEFLE320725 and 17XEFLE321524. While the vehicle was parked, the contact was informed by a co-worker that there was a bubble on the rear passenger's side tire. The contact inspected the tire and noticed that there was a bubble that was two inches deep and 3 inches long on the side wall of the tire with DOT Number: 17XEFLE321524. The vehicle was taken to Tire Plus, where the tire was replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, there was an abnormal popping sound heard, and the TPMS warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact noticed that there was a 2-inch long crack in the tread of the rear driver's side tire, the tire with DOT Number: 17XEFLE320725. The tire was replaced with the spare tire. The vehicle was then taken to Tire Plus, where the contact was awaiting the tire replacement. The tires were replacement tires. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The tire failure mileage was approximately 15,000. The vehicle failure mileage was approximately 64,000. The VIN was not available.
The contact owns a 2021 Mazda CX-5 equipped with Firestone Tires, Tire Line: Destination LE3, Tire Size: 225/55/R19, DOT Numbers: 17XEFLE320725 and 17XEFLE321524. While the vehicle was parked, the contact was informed by a co-worker that there was a bubble on the rear passenger's side tire. The contact inspected the tire and noticed that there was a bubble that was two inches deep and 3 inches long on the side wall of the tire with DOT Number: 17XEFLE321524. The vehicle was taken to Tire Plus, where the tire was replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, there was an abnormal popping sound heard, and the TPMS warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact noticed that there was a 2-inch long crack in the tread of the rear driver's side tire, the tire with DOT Number: 17XEFLE320725. The tire was replaced with the spare tire. The vehicle was then taken to Tire Plus, where the contact was awaiting the tire replacement. The tires were replacement tires. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The tire failure mileage was approximately 15,000. The vehicle failure mileage was approximately 64,000. The VIN was not available.
I was entering a traffic circle when i slid slightly as there was some ice on the roadway and came to rest against a curb, bumped lightly. There was no damage to the vehicle, but the entire driver side curtain airbags as well as the driver seat airbag deployed. The speed at which I was traveling was roughly 10 mph or less. My wheels never hit hard nor did they leave the pavement.
I was entering a traffic circle when i slid slightly as there was some ice on the roadway and came to rest against a curb, bumped lightly. There was no damage to the vehicle, but the entire driver side curtain airbags as well as the driver seat airbag deployed. The speed at which I was traveling was roughly 10 mph or less. My wheels never hit hard nor did they leave the pavement.
Safety Rating for the 2021 MAZDA CX-5
The 2021 MAZDA CX-5 received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2021 MAZDA CX-5
Mazda Motor Corp. has issued 74 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 MAZDA CX-5. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SSPD5 Dlr Ltr d — ENGINE
SPECIAL SERVICE PROGRAM - SSPD5 - WARRANTY EXTENSION - MULTI-MODEL - VALVE STEM SEALS CLASS ACTION In conjunction with a Class Action Settlement, Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to conduct an extension of the Engine powertrain warranty related to excessive oil consumption. In addition, there is a Reimbursement Program, for...
SA-023-25 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control 3. MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle...
09-002-25a — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Some vehicles may exhibit a partially missing image (shown in the circles below) from the Active Driving Display (ADD) on the front window and/or display.
SA-017-24c — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control 3. MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle...
05-006-24a — POWER TRAIN
Some customers may complain of a shift shock when shifting from 2nd to 3rd when the engine is cold. This is caused by improper TCM control logic. To eliminate this concern, the TCM control logic has been modified. NOTE: If the calibration file of the concerned vehicle is not found...
SA-017-24b — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control
SA-017-24b — ENGINE
Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control
09-022-24a — STRUCTURE:BODY
Some customers may complain that the power liftgate (PLG) may open unintentionally while the vehicle is parked or stopped. Due to the shape of the 7th generation remote transmitter, the power liftgate button may be long pressed unintentionally in a pocket or a bag. To eliminate this concern, the keyless...
01-005-24a — ENGINE
Some customers may experience a check engine light ON with DTC P0126:00 (Thermostat stuck open) and one or more of the following symptoms: Engine takes longer to warm up. Engine temperature gauge fluctuates. Low coolant temperature indicator (blue) light stays on longer or turns on while driving. Poor heater performance,...
PF-24-09 — ENGINE
A new repair procedure has been developed to address DTC P0126:00 on SKYACTIV-G 2.0/2.5L engines (non-turbo). Mazda has introduced a replacement kit of the thermostat located within the Coolant Control Valve (CCV). NOTE: It is no longer necessary to replace the CCV for this DTC.
Showing 10 of 74 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2021 MAZDA CX-5
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MAZDA CX-5
- 2016 MAZDA CX-5 — 602 complaints
- 2017 MAZDA CX-5 — 187 complaints
- 2018 MAZDA CX-5 — 433 complaints
- 2019 MAZDA CX-5 — 317 complaints
- 2020 MAZDA CX-5 — 136 complaints
- 2021 MAZDA CX-5 (current)
- 2022 MAZDA CX-5 — 69 complaints
- 2023 MAZDA CX-5 — 71 complaints
- 2024 MAZDA CX-5 — 44 complaints
- 2025 MAZDA CX-5 — 17 complaints
- 2026 MAZDA CX-5 — 0 complaints
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- MAZDA TRIBUTE — 2,830 total complaints
- MAZDA CX-9 — 1,786 total complaints
- MAZDA CX-7 — 1,539 total complaints
- MAZDA PROTEGE — 1,377 total complaints
- MAZDA MPV — 1,156 total complaints