How many brake complaints does the 2013 Mazda CX-5 have?

NHTSA lists 40 brake-related complaints for the 2013 Mazda CX-5, making up 21% of the 194 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Mazda CX-5?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for brake issues on the 2013 Mazda CX-5.

Did the 2013 Mazda CX-5 brake problems cause crashes?

Yes. NHTSA data shows 3 crashes linked to brake complaints on the 2013 Mazda CX-5, with no reported fires or injuries.

At what mileage do 2013 CX-5 brake problems typically occur?

The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2013 Mazda CX-5 is 29,750 miles.

Is the 2013 CX-5 worse for brakes than other years?

Among CX-5 model years listed, 2013 has the highest share of complaints tied to brakes at 21%, compared to 3% in 2019 and 6% in 2022.

2013 Mazda CX-5 Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 40 brake complaints for the 2013 Mazda CX-5, 21% of that year's 194 total complaints. Three crashes were reported, no fires or injuries, and there is no related recall on file. Median mileage at failure was 29,750.

Brakes complaints: 40; 21% of 194
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 29,750 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Brake pedal goes hard or unresponsive and the vehicle fails to stop when approaching an intersection or parking space, sometimes leading to a collision.
Brakes fail intermittently at low speed in traffic, with pedal application producing no response and the failure recurring multiple times before a rear-end crash.
Rear brake pads and rotors reportedly wear out or fail prematurely, requiring replacement at around 31,800 miles.
No warning lights illuminate before the braking failures occur, leaving drivers with no advance notice.

When 2013 Mazda CX-5 brake complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 9, 2012, latest Oct 1, 2020.

40 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2012 to Oct 2020; peak Sep 2012 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2013 Mazda CX-5

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by CX-5 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20120 (0%)
201340 (21%)
201435 (9%)
201514 (11%)
201673 (14%)
201715 (10%)
201835 (10%)
20197 (3%)
202014 (13%)
202111 (8%)
20224 (6%)
202311 (18%)
20248 (18%)
202510 (37%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2013 Mazda CX-5 have?: NHTSA lists 40 brake-related complaints for the 2013 Mazda CX-5, making up 21% of the 194 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Mazda CX-5?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for brake issues on the 2013 Mazda CX-5.
Did the 2013 Mazda CX-5 brake problems cause crashes?: Yes. NHTSA data shows 3 crashes linked to brake complaints on the 2013 Mazda CX-5, with no reported fires or injuries.
At what mileage do 2013 CX-5 brake problems typically occur?: The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2013 Mazda CX-5 is 29,750 miles.
Is the 2013 CX-5 worse for brakes than other years?: Among CX-5 model years listed, 2013 has the highest share of complaints tied to brakes at 21%, compared to 3% in 2019 and 6% in 2022.