How common are electrical problems on the 2013 Mazda CX-5?

NHTSA lists 58 Electrical System complaints for the 2013 CX-5, which is 30% of the 194 total complaints filed for that model year.

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

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Electrical System complaints on the 2013 CX-5.

At what mileage do 2013 CX-5 electrical problems usually appear?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 75,000 miles for Electrical System complaints on the 2013 CX-5.

Did any electrical complaints involve fires or crashes?

Yes, NHTSA records one fire linked to an Electrical System complaint on the 2013 CX-5, with no crashes or injuries reported.

How does 2013 compare to other CX-5 years for electrical complaints?

The 2013 CX-5 had a 30% share of electrical complaints, lower than 2014 (36%), 2016 (44%), and 2022 (46%), but higher than 2015 (8%) and 2018 (10%).

2013 Mazda CX-5 Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 58 Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Mazda CX-5, 30% of all 194 complaints filed for the year. Owners report sudden power loss, stalling, dashboard warning lights, and one dashboard fire. No related recalls are listed for this issue.

Electrical System complaints: 58; 30% of 194
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 75,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners describe the vehicle suddenly losing power or stalling while driving, sometimes on the highway, with the dashboard lighting up with traction control, tire pressure, and check engine warnings.
Some drivers report the engine restarting fine after the car is turned off, with shops unable to duplicate the fault or find diagnostic codes.
One owner reported the electrical fuse panel under the dashboard catching fire and filling the cabin with smoke while driving at low speed.
Several complaints describe intermittent no-start conditions, where the car fails to start once or twice before working normally.
Owners also report door lock and rear hatch failures, including a battery and control board replacement, at a median mileage of 75,000.

When 2013 Mazda CX-5 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 12, 2012, latest Apr 3, 2023.

58 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2012 to Apr 2023; peak Jan 2018 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2013 Mazda CX-5

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by CX-5 model year

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

20120 (0%)
201358 (30%)
2014137 (36%)
201511 (8%)
2016226 (44%)
201745 (30%)
201834 (10%)
201949 (18%)
202030 (28%)
202113 (9%)
202229 (46%)
202317 (27%)
20247 (16%)
20255 (19%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2013 Mazda CX-5?: NHTSA lists 58 Electrical System complaints for the 2013 CX-5, which is 30% of the 194 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Mazda CX-5 electrical issues?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Electrical System complaints on the 2013 CX-5.
At what mileage do 2013 CX-5 electrical problems usually appear?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 75,000 miles for Electrical System complaints on the 2013 CX-5.
Did any electrical complaints involve fires or crashes?: Yes, NHTSA records one fire linked to an Electrical System complaint on the 2013 CX-5, with no crashes or injuries reported.
How does 2013 compare to other CX-5 years for electrical complaints?: The 2013 CX-5 had a 30% share of electrical complaints, lower than 2014 (36%), 2016 (44%), and 2022 (46%), but higher than 2015 (8%) and 2018 (10%).