2015 Mazda Mazda5 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
50/100
#4 most-complained of 7 Mazda5 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2015 Mazda5 has a Complaint Index of 50 and ranks 4th worst out of 7 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 9 complaints, 1 recall, 3 crashes, and 4 injuries for this year, with Brakes as the top problem area.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 4 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2015 Mazda Mazda5 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Other3 (33%)
- Brakes2 (22%)
- Structure & Body2 (22%)
- Airbags1 (11%)
- Engine1 (11%)
- Seat Belts1 (11%)
- Steering1 (11%)
What owners report
- Owners describe front airbags deploying in a rollover but side airbags failing to deploy.
- One owner reported unintended acceleration while backing out of a parking space, striking another vehicle.
- A parking brake recall repair was delayed because replacement parts were unavailable, according to one owner.
- Power steering has been reported to cut out at random times, with the SRS light coming on and steering locking up until the car is restarted and turned off.
- One owner reported rear seat material melting while the vehicle was parked and occupied.
2015 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.
2015 compared with other Mazda5 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Mazda Mazda5 reliable?
- Compared with other Mazda5 model years, 2015 sits in the middle. It has a Complaint Index of 50, ranks 4th worst of 7 years tracked, and carries a Caution verdict.
- What problems does the 2015 Mazda5 have?
- NHTSA data shows 9 complaints across brakes, structure and body, airbags, engine, seat belts, and steering. Brakes are the top problem area, making up 22% of complaints.
- Does the 2015 Mazda5 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Mazda5, campaign 16V644000, covering lift gate support replacement under the Structure & Body component.
- What year Mazda5 should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA data, the 2010 model year (Complaint Index 83) and 2012 model year (Complaint Index 100) are rated Avoid, both worse than the 2015 model's Complaint Index of 50.
- At what mileage do 2015 Mazda5 problems typically appear?
- NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage at failure of 45,000 miles for the 2015 Mazda5 overall, though individual problem areas like structure and body issues were reported closer to 122,500 miles.