2014 Mazda Mazda5 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Best The 2014 Mazda Mazda5 has a complaint index of 20, the second-lowest among 11 model years, and ranks 9th worst (meaning it's among the better years). NHTSA lists 12 complaints and 1 recall, with brakes as the top problem area.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 20/100
- #9 of 11 Mazda5 years
- Verdict
- Best
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 12
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Brakes
Top 2014 Mazda Mazda5 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA 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%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Brakes sometimes make a clunking sound with a brief hesitation before engaging, even though inspections find nothing wrong.
- Some owners report the brake pedal depressing to the floor with no warning after a minor road bump, with normal braking returning shortly after.
- Rod bearings on cylinders 1 and 4 failed completely while driving despite regular oil changes, according to one owner.
- Engine revved at a high rate on its own while the vehicle was parked and warmed up, with the dealer unable to identify a cause.
- Power steering has become stiff or hard to turn, with the steering pulling left or right over bumps and the power steering light illuminating.
- Rear door handles or latches have failed, leaving a gap between the door and latch or preventing the door from opening or closing fully.
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 20, one of the lowest of the 11 model years covered, and carries a Best verdict relative to other Mazda5 years.
- What problems does the 2014 Mazda Mazda5 have?
- NHTSA complaints point to brakes as the top problem area, making up 33% of complaints, followed by engine, steering, and structure/body issues. Median mileage at failure for brake complaints was 63,500 miles.
- Does the 2014 Mazda Mazda5 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Mazda5, covering the structure and body (lift gate supports), and it is not a do-not-drive recall.
- What year Mazda Mazda5 should I avoid?
- Among the 11 model years with data, 2008, 2009, and 2012 carry an Avoid verdict with complaint indexes of 90, 100, and 80. The 2014 model year is not one of the years to avoid.
- How many complaints does the 2014 Mazda Mazda5 have?
- NHTSA has logged 12 complaints for the 2014 Mazda5, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.