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US recalls (1)
Electrical system: wiring
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2017 CX-5 vehicles equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness. This harness may be routed such that there is insufficient clearance between the harness and the exhaust muffler, allowing the wiring harness to contact the muffler.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Contact with the muffler may damage the trailer wiring harness, potentially resulting in the trailer lighting being inoperative, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the trailer hitch harness away from the muffler, replacing the harness if it is damaged, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1617K.
Owner complaints (150)
Owners filed 150 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Mazda CX-5 (5 crashes, 3 injuries reported). Among 15 model years of this model, it ranks #6 for the most complaints (median 133).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Electrical system | 44 | |
| Unknown or other | 35 | |
| Engine | 16 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 15 | |
| Service brakes | 14 | |
| Structure | 12 | |
| Visibility/wiper | 12 | |
| Power train | 11 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2017 Mazda CX-5.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2017 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD | 4★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2017 Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD | 4★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2017 Mazda CX-5 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| CX-5 2WD 2.5 L Automatic (S6) | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,500 |
| CX-5 4WD 2.5 L Automatic (S6) | 23 | 29 | 26 | $2,600 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.