2006 Mazda Mazda5 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2006 Mazda Mazda5 has a complaint index of 60 and ranks 5th worst of 11 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 78 complaints, 2 recalls, and 5 crash reports, with Suspension, Wheels & Tires as the top problem area (33 complaints, 42% share).
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 60/100
- #5 of 11 Mazda5 years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 78
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 5
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 3
- Top issue
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires
Top 2006 Mazda Mazda5 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires33 (42%)
- Engine13 (17%)
- Structure & Body12 (15%)
- Brakes11 (14%)
- Steering10 (13%)
- Electrical System3 (4%)
- Seat Belts3 (4%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (4%)
- Other2 (3%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (1%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report the power steering failing suddenly at low speed with the wheel becoming hard to turn, sometimes preceded by an intermittent check engine light.
- Some describe the parking brake not holding the car in place, letting it roll away unattended and crash.
- A plastic wheel guard reportedly fractured and cut a brake line, leading to a loss of braking and a crash.
- Several owners report the engine stalling without warning in traffic, in one case followed by a fire.
- One owner reported the transmission casing failed to seal properly, requiring full transmission replacement at low mileage.
- A driver's seat reportedly dropped abruptly during a rear-end collision because it failed to hold its height position.
2006 Mazda Mazda5 recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 06V463000Dec 4, 2006Structure & Body9,800 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
On certain passenger vehicles currently registered in the following states: alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, montana, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin,and wyoming. The side door latch mechanisms may experience water intrusion allowing the latch mechanism to freeze in cold weather.
Risk: As a result, when the door is opened the door latch pawl may remain in the open position resulting in the door not being able to be closed and latched. If the vehicle is operated with an open door it may allow an unbelted occupant to be ejected from the vehicle which could result in injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the sliding door latches with modified latches. The recall began on december 18, 2006. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
- NHTSA 05V412000Sep 19, 2005Engine7,000 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
On certain sport utility vehicles, a heat buildup in the exhaust system can occur.
Risk: This condition could result in a fire.
Remedy: Mazda instructed owners (september 16, 2005) to bring in their vehicles and will be given a rental or loaner vehicle at no cost while mazda repairs these vehicles. The recall began on october 26, 2005. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
2006 compared with other Mazda5 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2006 Mazda Mazda5 reliable?
- NHTSA data shows a complaint index of 60 for the 2006 Mazda5, giving it a Caution verdict. It ranks 5th worst among the 11 model years covered.
- What are the biggest problems with the 2006 Mazda5?
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints lead with 33 reports (42% share) and a median failure mileage of 26,000. Engine problems follow with 13 complaints, and Structure & Body issues with 12.
- Does the 2006 Mazda5 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Mazda5: one for sliding door latch replacement (campaign 06V463000) and one for exhaust system heat buildup (campaign 05V412000). Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2006 Mazda5 compare to other years?
- The 2006 model's complaint index of 60 is worse than 2007 (50), 2013 (30), 2014 (20), and 2015 (40), but better than 2008 (90) and 2009 (100), both rated Avoid.