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US recalls (3)
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 and remedy
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.
Steering
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 2, 2015, 2013-2014 Mazda2 vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to August 8, 2014, 2014-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2013, to December 2, 2015, and 2013-2015 CX-9 vehicles manufactured December 6, 2012, to July 31, 2015. The lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing the steering knuckle to separate.
Risk and remedy
Risk: If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower mounting nuts and bolts that secure the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle. If the bolts are loose, they will be replaced and then correctly tightened, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9316D.
Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Mazda CX-5 vehicles manufactured June 27, 2013, to February 2, 2016. The affected vehicles have a fuel filler pipe that may rupture in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk and remedy
Risk: A rupture of the fuel filler pipe may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will alter the attachment between the fuel filler pipe and the left rear side of the bracket of the fuel filler pipe, free of charge. The recall began on February 25, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 9216B.
Canadian recalls (3)
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Structure
2016-09-06 · campaign 2016-431
On certain vehicles, the anti-corrosion treatment of the outer tube of the rear lift gate stay may be insufficient. Over time, the outer tube of the rear lift gate stay may corrode and break off, which could increase the risk of injury. Correction: Dealers will replace both rear door stays.
Suspension
2016-04-08 · campaign 2016-152 · 220 vehicles
On certain vehicles, the nut and bolt holding the strut assembly to the knuckle may not have been tightened properly during the manufacturing process. Over time, this could cause the strut assembly to separate from the knuckle, resulting in a loss of steering control which would increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction : Dealers will inspect and replace the nut and bolt holding the strut assembly to the knuckle if found loose.
Fuel system
2016-02-01 · campaign 2016-049
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 301 – Fuel System Integrity. During rear impact crash testing, the fuel filler pipe ruptured, causing fuel spillage exceeding the limit specified by the standard. As a result, a collision involving the rear of the vehicle could result in a fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire causing injury and/or property damage. Correction: Dealers will remove a bolt on the left rear side member attaching the bracket to the fuel filler pipe. This will change the load path during a rear crash impact preventing filler pipe rupture.
Owner complaints (133)
Owners filed 133 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Mazda CX-5 (11 crashes, 7 injuries reported). Among 15 model years of this model, it ranks #8 for the most complaints (median 133).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Structure | 27 | |
| Power train | 19 | |
| Unknown or other | 16 | |
| Service brakes | 14 | |
| Engine | 14 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 12 | |
| Visibility/wiper | 10 | |
| Electrical system | 8 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2015 Mazda CX-5.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2015 Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2015 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2015 Mazda CX-5 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| CX-5 2WD 2.0 L Automatic (S6) | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,400 |
| CX-5 2WD 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,300 |
| CX-5 2WD 2.5 L Automatic (S6) | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,500 |
| CX-5 4WD 2.0 L Automatic (S6) | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,500 |
| CX-5 4WD 2.5 L Automatic (S6) | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,600 |
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