2024 Mazda CX-5 problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 44 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Mazda CX-5, filed between 2023-11-08 and 2026-09-10. The most common problem areas are the engine (7, 16%), service brakes (7, 16%) and forward collision avoidance (6, 14%). Owners reported 4 crashes, 1 fire and 2 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 0 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2024 Mazda CX-5 complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 10 | 23% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 16% | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 16% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 14% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 11% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 9% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 4 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 7% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 3 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 44 (16%) name the engine.
- 2 of them also name the power train; owners reported 1 crash, 1 fire and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Mazda CX-5 covers this system.
Service brakes: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 44 (16%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 4 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Mazda CX-5 covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 44 (14%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 4 of them also name the service brakes; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Mazda CX-5 covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 5 complaints
- 5 complaints of 44 (11%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- Owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Mazda CX-5 covers this system.
Exterior lighting: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 44 (9%) name the exterior lighting — headlights, tail and brake lights and turn signals.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Mazda CX-5 covers this system.
Seats: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 44 (9%) name the seats — seats, seat frames, adjusters and head restraints.
- Owners reported 1 crash and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Mazda CX-5 covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 11 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 19 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names CX-5, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Mazda CX-5 recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Mazda CX-5?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Mazda CX-5's most common problem areas are the engine (7 of 44 complaints), service brakes (7 of 44 complaints) and forward collision avoidance (6 of 44 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Mazda CX-5 have?
NHTSA has 44 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Mazda CX-5, including 4 reported crashes and 1 reported fire.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Mazda CX-5's problems?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2024 Mazda CX-5. Complaints alone do not trigger a free repair.