Mazda CX-5 recalls & safety
SUV · model years 2020-2024 · NHTSA recalls, complaints & NCAP ratings
Across model years 2020-2024, the Mazda CX-5 has no recall count we can show — NHTSA's recalls API did not return data for this model in our snapshot — plus 396 owner complaints and a NCAP overall rating of about 5/5 stars. This is the model's recall history, not your car's status — the only way to know if a recall is still open on your vehicle is to check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: NHTSA Recalls API. Data as of June 2026.
Verify with your VIN. Recalls are issued continuously and tie to your exact vehicle. Confirm open recalls for your Mazda CX-5 at nhtsa.gov/recalls — or use our VIN check helper. Data as of June 2026.
Mazda CX-5 safety at a glance
| Metric | Mazda CX-5 |
|---|---|
| Recall campaigns | N/A |
| Recalls filed since 2024 | N/A |
| Owner complaints (NHTSA) | 396 |
| Complaints mentioning a crash | 34 |
| Complaints mentioning a fire | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Recall rank (1 = most of 51) | N/A |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints & NCAP (2020-2024). Data as of June 2026.
Mazda CX-5 recall campaigns
NHTSA's recalls API did not return recall data for the Mazda CX-5 in the 2020-2024 model years for this snapshot — a known limitation of the API for some models, not a sign the vehicle has no recalls. Look up the authoritative recall list for your exact car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mazda CX-5 owner complaints by model year
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 104 |
| 2021 | 136 |
| 2022 | 61 |
| 2023 | 57 |
| 2024 | 38 |
Source: NHTSA complaints (2020-2024). Data as of June 2026.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA, not confirmed defects. Newer model years often have fewer simply because fewer are on the road and less time has passed.
Mazda CX-5 NCAP crash-test ratings
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| 2021 | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| 2022 | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| 2023 | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| 2024 | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Source: NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings (2020-2024). Data as of June 2026.
NCAP stars are federal crash-test results. A blank means that test was not separately published; "Not rated" means NHTSA did not crash-test that configuration.
How the Mazda CX-5 compares
Similar suvs by recall-campaign count:
| Vehicle | Recall campaigns | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Mazda CX-5 (this vehicle) | N/A | 396 |
| Subaru Forester | 3 | 984 |
| Subaru Crosstrek | 3 | 338 |
| Toyota 4Runner | 5 | 141 |
| Jeep Compass | 5 | 517 |
| Jeep Cherokee | 7 | 422 |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Mazda CX-5 have any recalls?
NHTSA's recalls API did not return recall data for the Mazda CX-5 in the 2020-2024 model years for this snapshot (a known API limitation for some models), so we cannot list a count here. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
How do I check if my Mazda CX-5 is under recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN at the free NHTSA recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls). It shows any unrepaired safety recall on that exact Mazda CX-5. The repair, called the remedy, is free at a franchised Mazda dealer.
How many complaints does the Mazda CX-5 have?
NHTSA has 396 owner complaints on file for the Mazda CX-5 across 2020-2024, of which 34 mention a crash. Complaints are unverified owner reports, useful as a signal of possible issues, not confirmed defects.
What is the Mazda CX-5 crash-test rating?
The Mazda CX-5 has a NHTSA NCAP overall safety rating of about 5 out of 5 stars across the tested model years in 2020-2024. See the year-by-year frontal, side and rollover stars on this page.
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Sources & accuracy
Recalls, complaints and crash-test ratings: NHTSA (model years 2020-2024), US public domain, captured June 2026. This is a dated snapshot of a model's history and can lag NHTSA. It is not your vehicle's recall status and is not safety advice — always verify open recalls with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See the methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20