Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2024 Mazda CX-5
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2024 Mazda CX-5, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 47 owner complaints are on file.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, for the 1 NHTSA-tested trim.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Unknown or Other 11 complaints
- Engine 7 complaints
- Service Brakes 7 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 6 complaints
- Seats 5 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 5 complaints
Of the 47 complaints on file, 4 report a crash and 1 a fire; across all 47 complaints, owners report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$9,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
With 45 owner complaints filed, the 2024 Mazda CX-5 showcases average reliability. The majority of issues are related to unknown concerns, the engine, and the braking system. Limited data hampers a full evaluation, but the pattern does not suggest widespread catastrophic failures.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | Unknown | $1,000–$5,000 | common |
| service brakes | Unknown | $300–$1,200 | common |
| forward collision avoidance | Unknown | $500–$2,000 | occasional |
| vehicle speed control | Unknown | $400–$1,500 | occasional |
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.
- Engine oil and filter changes
- Brake inspection and servicing
- Tire rotations and balancing
- Air filter replacement
- Transmission fluid replacement
- Coolant level checks
- Spark plug replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual engine noises
- Braking inefficiency or noise
- Unexpected acceleration issues
- Malfunction alert in collision system
- Inconsistent speed control
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2024 Mazda CX-5 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.