The Mazda CX-5 is a popular SUV that is fairly reliable overall. Some years have more issues than others, but most car buyers still love Mazda. However, before buying a new or used Mazda, one should know common issues to prepare for the cost of ownership.
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Which Mazda CX-5 Model Year Has the Most Complaints?
According to experts, there are 366 complaints lodged over eight model years. For the 2014 CX-5, there were 96 complaints made. That went down for 2015 (11 complaints) but went back up to 133 complaints for 2016.
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For that same year, critics gave the reliability a four out of five. The owner satisfaction was three out of five. The Daytime Running Lights failed, the light gate failed, and there was an issue with the steering system.
The other two relate to the fuel filler pipe and a loose bracket on the windscreen. The 2017 model shows only one complaint, and 2018 shows three. Overall, that means the CX-5 is improving year over year. One of the biggest complaints in earlier years was about the windscreen, which seems to have been solved by Mazda.
The 2017 and 2018 CX-5 got a reliability score of five out of five. The overall owner satisfaction was four out of five. The 2018 model has two open recalls for the power train and airbags. For 2017, there is only a recall for the trailer wiring harness.
What’s the Biggest Issue with the Mazda CX-5?
The number one issue noted revolves around the windscreen. Some drivers commented that the windshield cracked easily, a fairly significant issue. The second most common issue is similar: that the windscreen breaks easily.
Another big issue was related to the lights on the SUV. Drivers complained that the daytime running light LEDs went out prematurely. Other complaints noted that various blinkers and running lights went out, which is not cheap to replace.
Does this Mean I Should Avoid the Mazda CX-5?
The CX-5 is popular for good reason. It is a reasonably priced SUV that comes with many standard safety features. Before purchasing a used Mazda CX-5 in Nigeria, it is a good idea to know about common problems before they happen.
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