How many electrical system complaints does NHTSA list for the 2016 Mazda CX-5?

NHTSA lists 226 electrical system complaints for the 2016 CX-5, which is 44% of the 510 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2016 Mazda CX-5 electrical system?

Yes. Recall 20V063000, reported 2020-02-06, covers LED Daytime Running Lights that may fail while driving; Mazda dealers inspect the headlights and replace the sealing gasket or headlight assembly. It is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.

At what mileage do 2016 CX-5 electrical problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for electrical system complaints on the 2016 CX-5 is 39,506 miles.

Do 2016 CX-5 electrical complaints involve fires or crashes?

NHTSA complaint data for this area lists 5 fires, 4 crashes, and 3 injuries, several tied to seat heater fires and one to unintended acceleration.

2016 Mazda CX-5 Electrical System Problems

Owners filed 226 electrical system complaints for the 2016 Mazda CX-5, 44% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 39,506 miles. A related recall (20V063000) covers LED daytime running lights that may fail while driving.

Electrical System complaints: 226; 44% of 510
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 5
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 39,506 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Front passenger seat heaters overheat and ignite, burning through the seat fabric and nearby clothing, sometimes filling the cabin with smoke while driving.
Infotainment and cluster systems lose function without warning, with radio, Bluetooth, GPS, and maintenance display going dark and the vehicle sometimes failing to restart.
Some owners report unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers, in at least one case leading to a crash.
Headlight lenses show internal coating that melts and runs, giving the housing a discolored, aged look; this pattern lines up with the LED daytime running light recall.
Power window switches and other electrical accessories intermittently stop responding, sometimes alongside other electrical faults on the same drive.
Entertainment systems get stuck on and cannot be fully powered down, forcing owners to mute or lower volume as a workaround.

When 2016 Mazda CX-5 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 12, 2015, latest Jul 30, 2026.

226 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2015 Q3 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q3 (28).

Electrical System recalls for the 2016 Mazda CX-5

NHTSA 20V063000Feb 6, 2020Electrical System36,761 vehicles
Exterior lighting:headlights
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 CX-5 vehicles. The LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) may fail while driving.
Risk: If the DRL fails, the vehicle's visibility may be reduced to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlights, and replace the sealing gasket or headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 20, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4320A.

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 many electrical system complaints does NHTSA list for the 2016 Mazda CX-5?: NHTSA lists 226 electrical system complaints for the 2016 CX-5, which is 44% of the 510 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Mazda CX-5 electrical system?: Yes. Recall 20V063000, reported 2020-02-06, covers LED Daytime Running Lights that may fail while driving; Mazda dealers inspect the headlights and replace the sealing gasket or headlight assembly. It is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.
At what mileage do 2016 CX-5 electrical problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for electrical system complaints on the 2016 CX-5 is 39,506 miles.
Do 2016 CX-5 electrical complaints involve fires or crashes?: NHTSA complaint data for this area lists 5 fires, 4 crashes, and 3 injuries, several tied to seat heater fires and one to unintended acceleration.