2026 Mazda CX-5 reliability
The 2026 Mazda CX-5 has 14 complaints with NHTSA after 1 year, or 14 per year. It is too early to rank against other CX-5 years: a year is compared here only after 3 years on the road. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (5 of 14), then Visibility and wipers (3) and Back-over prevention (1).
The 2025 CX-5 has 27 complaints, 14 per year.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2026 Mazda CX-5. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (14 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"While driving, a "telematics error" message displayed, a single red light on the SOS button turned on, and it started beeping loudly while driving. In this state the vehicle cannot automatically summon emergency help…"
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"The Mazda cx5 2026 I purchased has a white film behind both headlights. Mazda refuses to replace headlights stating this is normal. However it is a manufacturing defect. This is a structural problem from outgassing…"
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"Have a cracked windshield from a chip near the wiper area Mazda says needs to be replaced But they are on National back order Was told that when the windshield caves in or collapses Then an emergency order can be put in"
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"This is a new rebuild of this vehicle with the electronics now being within the screen. Initially had SOS and telematics issues which most of these cars are having. These seem to be fixed after two updates by Mazda.…"
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"SOS sounds at random Telemetry not working comes up at random Touchscreen on infotainment freezes"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2026 MAZDA CX-5 SUV ICE AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| CX-5 four-wheel drive | 2.5L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Four-wheel drive | 24 | 30 | 26 MPG | $2500 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Safety recall 19V-497 (Mazda 3719F) covers certain 2018-2019 CX-5 vehicles (and certain Mazda6 and 2019 Mazda3) whose powertrain control module software can stall the engine; dealers reprogram the PCM free of charge. Safety recall 21V-875 (Mazda 5321K) covers certain 2018-2019 CX-5 vehicles among other Mazda models whose low-pressure fuel-pump impeller may crack or deform and fail, which can stall the engine; dealers replace the fuel pumps. The published unit totals for both campaigns include other Mazda nameplates, not CX-5 alone. Safety recall 18V-426 (Mazda 2718F) covers a limited 2018 CX-5 build run whose side curtain air bags may not unfold properly in a side impact or rollover, failing FMVSS 226; dealers replace the curtain air bags.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 Mazda CX-5 reliable?
The 2026 Mazda CX-5 has 14 complaints with NHTSA after 1 year, or 14 per year. It is too early to rank against other CX-5 years: a year is compared here only after 3 years on the road. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2026 Mazda CX-5?
The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (5 of 14), then Visibility and wipers (3) and Back-over prevention (1).
Is the 2026 Mazda CX-5 more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2025 CX-5 has 27 complaints, 14 per year.
Has the 2026 Mazda CX-5 been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2026 Mazda CX-5.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Mazda CX-5?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the 2026 Mazda CX-5 with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2026 Mazda CX-5 get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2026 Mazda CX-5 is 26 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does a Mazda CX-5 use?
US CX-5 manuals specify SAE 0W-20 for SKYACTIV-G gasoline engines.
What generation is the 2018 Mazda CX-5?
2nd generation / KF (2017-on).
What tire sizes does a Mazda CX-5 use?
First-gen pages often list 225/65R17; second-gen trims also use 225/55R19 among other sizes.