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Mazda 5 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 412 owner complaints for the Mazda 5, covering model years 2006 to 2016. The 2006 model year drew the most complaints (78), and Steering is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 5 recall campaigns on file
  • 412 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 11 model years with data (2006–2016)
  • most complaints: 2006 (78 for that model year)
  • top component: Steering (101 complaints)
  • latest recall 16V644000 (reported Sep 6, 2016)
  • 29 complaints reporting a crash (7.0%)
  • 8 complaints reporting a fire (1.9%)
  • 16 complaints reporting an injury (3.9%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Mazda 5 complaints by model year

11 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2006 model year has the most complaints: 78 of 412, or 18.9%. Next come 2008 (67) and 2009 (64). The fewest are for 2011, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Mazda 5 owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2006–2016Column chart of 412 complaints across 11 model years. The highest is 2006 with 78. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2006: 78 complaints7820062007: 61 complaints6120072008: 67 complaints6720082009: 64 complaints6420092010: 57 complaints5720102011: 1 complaint120112012: 37 complaints3720122013: 24 complaints2420132014: 12 complaints1220142015: 9 complaints920152016: 2 complaints22016
Mazda 5 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Mazda 5 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
2006785230
2007613220
2008674120
2009644220
2010572110
201110000
2012374040
2013244010
2014120000
201593010
201620000
All model years412298160

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Mazda 5 components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Steering is the component named most often, in 101 complaints (24.5% of all 412), followed by Tires (59) and Suspension (57).

Components named most often in Mazda 5 complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Mazda 5 complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Steering10124.5%
Tires5914.3%
Suspension5713.8%
Structure368.7%
Engine276.6%
Air Bags256.1%
Electrical System256.1%
Power Train235.6%
Service Brakes204.9%
Wheels194.6%
Unknown or Other174.1%
Engine and Engine Cooling163.9%
Fuel/Propulsion System143.4%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic133.2%
Latches/Locks/Linkages112.7%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Mazda 5 recalls

5 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name 5, newest first. The 5 campaigns cover model years 2006 to 2015. The 2006 and 2009 model years appear in the most campaigns (2 each).

  • 5 recall campaigns
Mazda 5 recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
2006: 2 campaigns2007: 1 campaign2008: 1 campaign2009: 2 campaigns
2010: 1 campaign2011: no campaigns2012: 1 campaign2013: 1 campaign2014: 1 campaign2015: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 16V644000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate

    Model years 2012–2015

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Mazda Motor Corp.

  2. NHTSA campaign 10V600000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Other › Delivery › Fuel Pump

    Model years 2009–2010

    Mazda is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 MAZDA5 vehicles manufactured from June 29, 2009, through April 28, 2010. Water may not have been removed completely from the harness connector of the fuel pump due to variations in the fuel tank leak check process performed before vehicle assembly. The connector pin may corrode, potentially causing the pin to break.

    Consequence:
    This could lead to an inoperative fuel pump, engine stall and the inability to restart the engine increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the fuel pump connector and if necessary it will be replaced and the harness will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on December 6, 2010. Owners may contact Mazda customer assistance center at 1-800-222-5500.

    Filed by Mazda Motor Corp.

  3. NHTSA campaign 10V374000

    Reported

    Steering › Electric Power Assist System

    Model years 2007–2009

    Mazda is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 MAZDA3 and MAZDA5 vehicles manufactured from April 2, 2007 through November 30, 2008. These vehicles may have a condition in which a sudden loss of power steering assist could occur at any time while driving the vehicle.

    Consequence:
    Power steering assist is suddenly lost reducing the driver's ability to steer the vehicle as typically expected, and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump and lines free of charge. The safety recall began on September 15, 2010. Owners may contact Mazda customer assistance center at 1-800-222-5500.

    Filed by Mazda Motor Corp.

  4. NHTSA campaign 06V463000

    Reported

    Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch

    Model year 2006

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Mazda Motor Corp.

  5. NHTSA campaign 05V412000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System

    Model year 2006

    On certain sport utility vehicles, a heat buildup in the exhaust system can occur.

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Mazda Motor Corp.

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Mazda 5 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Mazda 5 have?

NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recall campaigns for the Mazda 5, covering model years 2006 to 2016. The most recent, 16V644000, was reported on September 6, 2016 and is filed under “Structure”. The 2006 and 2009 model years are covered by the most campaigns (2 each).

Which Mazda 5 model year has the most complaints?

The 2006 model year, with 78 of the 412 complaints in NHTSA’s file (18.9%). The next are 2008 (67) and 2009 (64). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Mazda 5 complaint?

Steering is the component named most often: 101 complaints, or 24.5% of all 412. Tires (59) and Suspension (57) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Mazda 5?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Mazda dealer.

How many Mazda 5 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 412 complaints, 29 report a crash, 8 a fire, 16 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

Other Mazda models

8 models · most complaints first

The Mazda models with the most NHTSA complaints, and the Mazda VIN decoder with every Mazda model page, WMI code and VIN note.

  • Mazda 3 2004–2026 · 29 recalls · 2,983 complaints
  • Mazda 626 1995–2003 · 7 recalls · 2,458 complaints
  • Mazda CX-5 2012–2026 · 8 recalls · 2,443 complaints
  • Mazda 6 2002–2021 · 28 recalls · 2,234 complaints
  • Mazda Tribute 2000–2011 · 20 recalls · 2,102 complaints
  • Mazda CX-9 2007–2023 · 13 recalls · 1,487 complaints
  • Mazda CX-7 2007–2013 · 6 recalls · 1,131 complaints
  • Mazda Protege 1995–2003 · 6 recalls · 805 complaints

All Mazda models and WMI codesLook up recalls by year

Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.