2014 Mazda Mazda5 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
33/100
#5 most-complained of 7 Mazda5 years
The 2014 Mazda Mazda5 has a complaint index of 33, ranking 5th out of 7 model years, with a "Good" verdict relative to other Mazda5 years. It has 12 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2014 Mazda Mazda5 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes4 (33%)
- Engine2 (17%)
- Other2 (17%)
- Steering2 (17%)
- Structure & Body2 (17%)
- Electrical System1 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (8%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (8%)
What owners report
- Brakes sometimes clunk and hesitate briefly before engaging while the vehicle is moving, with dealers reporting nothing found wrong.
- Some owners describe the brake pedal dropping to the floor without warning after driving over minor bumps, then returning to normal soon after.
- Engine rod bearings on cylinders 1 and 4 have failed completely while driving, despite owners reporting proper oil change maintenance.
- The engine has revved on its own at high rate while parked and warmed up, with dealers unable to determine a cause.
- Rear passenger doors or driver door handles have failed to latch or open properly, leaving a gap between door and latch or the handle inoperable.
- Power steering has become stiff or lost assist, with the steering pulling left or right over bumps and the power steering warning light illuminating.
2014 Mazda Mazda5 recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 16V644000Sep 6, 2016Structure & Body580,455 vehicles
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured November 18, 2008, to June 8, 2013, 2012-2015 Mazda5 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2010, to June 22, 2015, 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 26, 2015, and 2013-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured December 15, 2011, to December 26, 2015. On the affected vehicles, the lift gate support struts may corrode, possibly causing the struts to break and/or the lift gate to drop unexpectedly.
Risk: If the lift gate falls unexpectedly, it may hit the user, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Mazda dealers will replace the both lift gate supports, free of charge, however parts are not currently available. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9916H.
2014 compared with other Mazda5 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Mazda Mazda5 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2014 Mazda5 has a complaint index of 33, the 5th best of 7 model years tracked, earning a "Good" verdict relative to other Mazda5 years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mazda Mazda5?
- Brakes are the top problem area with 4 complaints (33% of the total), followed by engine and steering issues with 2 complaints each. Median mileage at brake-related failure was 79,000 miles.
- Does the 2014 Mazda Mazda5 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Mazda5, campaign 16V644000, covering a structure and body issue involving lift gate supports. It is not a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2014 Mazda5 compare to other model years?
- The 2014 model ranks 5th worst of 7 years with a complaint index of 33, better than 2010 (83, Avoid), 2012 (100, Avoid), and 2013 (67, Caution), but slightly higher than 2015 (50, Caution) and 2016 (17).