Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2016 Mazda CX-5
NHTSA data on file today
The 2016 Mazda CX-5 has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 512 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #20V063000 Daytime Running Lights May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V644000 Rear Lift Gate may Fall if Lift Gate Stays Corrode NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V203000 Insufficient Bolt Torque may Cause Steering Loss NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V064000 Fuel Filler Pipe may Rupture in a Crash/FMVSS 301 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16E002000 Windshield Bracket for Laser Sensor may Detach NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Exterior Lighting 161 complaints
- Electrical System 72 complaints
- Service Brakes 66 complaints
- Unknown or Other 57 complaints
- Power Train 51 complaints
- Visibility/Wiper 43 complaints
Of the 512 complaints on file, 31 report a crash and 10 a fire; across all 512 complaints, owners report 13 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2016 Mazda CX-5 has a moderate number of owner complaints and several recalls, notably concerning exterior lighting and structural issues. While some complaints are concentrated around specific components, the broader complaint spectrum suggests varied issues. The recall data, although limited, impacts crucial vehicle systems, reinforcing an average reliability outlook. Further data might shine more light on emerging failure patterns.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | Unknown | $200–$800 | very common |
| Electrical system | Unknown | $300–$1,000 | common |
| Service brakes | Unknown | $150–$500 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change
- Brake fluid replacement
- Tire rotation and alignment
- Air filter replacement
- Transmission fluid change
- Spark plug replacement
- Coolant system flush
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Flickering or failed lights
- Unresponsive electrical systems
- Spongy brake pedal feel
- Unusual noises in drivetrain
- Check engine light activations
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2016 Mazda CX-5 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.