How common are windshield and wiper complaints on the 2016 Mazda CX-5?

NHTSA lists 46 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2016 CX-5, which makes up 9% of the 510 total complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do these windshield problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 6,000 miles, and several sample complaints describe cracks appearing well under 5,000 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2016 Mazda CX-5 windshield issue?

No. NHTSA does not list any related recalls for this problem area on the 2016 CX-5.

Did the windshield cracking cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries tied to these Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2016 CX-5.

Is the 2016 CX-5 worse than other years for this issue?

The 2014 CX-5 had more complaints in this area, 79 complaints representing 21% of that year's total, compared to 46 complaints and 9% for 2016.

2016 Mazda CX-5 Visibility & Wipers Problems

NHTSA logged 46 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2016 Mazda CX-5, 9% of that year's 510 total complaints. Most describe windshields spontaneously cracking at low mileage, with a median failure point of 6,000 miles. No related recalls are listed.

Visibility & Wipers complaints: 46; 9% of 510
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 6,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical visibility and wiper symptoms owners report

Windshields develop cracks starting from the top or center near the rearview mirror mount with no evidence of rock chips or impact.
Cracks appear at very low mileage, in some cases within days of purchase or under 1,500 miles, and spread quickly across the glass.
Some owners report repeated windshield replacements on the same vehicle, with cracks recurring every couple of months.
In cold, snowy conditions, wipers reportedly freeze solid and fail to clear the windshield across large portions of the glass while driving at normal highway and local speeds.
Cracks sometimes form while the vehicle is parked and unattended, with no visible chip or impact point identified afterward.

When 2016 Mazda CX-5 visibility and wiper complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 15, 2015, latest May 27, 2026.

46 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2015 to May 2026; peak Jan 2016 (4).

Visibility & Wipers recalls for the 2016 Mazda CX-5

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Visibility & Wipers complaints by CX-5 model year

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

20120 (0%)
201310 (5%)
201479 (21%)
201516 (12%)
201646 (9%)
201713 (9%)
20186 (2%)
201910 (4%)
20204 (4%)
20216 (4%)
20223 (5%)
20237 (11%)
20242 (5%)
20254 (15%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are windshield and wiper complaints on the 2016 Mazda CX-5?: NHTSA lists 46 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2016 CX-5, which makes up 9% of the 510 total complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do these windshield problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 6,000 miles, and several sample complaints describe cracks appearing well under 5,000 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Mazda CX-5 windshield issue?: No. NHTSA does not list any related recalls for this problem area on the 2016 CX-5.
Did the windshield cracking cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries tied to these Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2016 CX-5.
Is the 2016 CX-5 worse than other years for this issue?: The 2014 CX-5 had more complaints in this area, 79 complaints representing 21% of that year's total, compared to 46 complaints and 9% for 2016.