Worst 2019 Mazda CX-5 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Mazda CX-5.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 113 | — | 1 | 39,729 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 43 | 2 | 1 | 6,650 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 28 | 2 | — | 9,500 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 13 | — | — | 24,750 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 11 | 2 | — | 5,229 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 9 | — | — | 23,000 mi | |
| Body Structure | 7 | — | — | 10,887 mi | |
| Airbags | 6 | 1 | 1 | 38,000 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 5 | — | — | 2,500 mi | |
| Brakes | 5 | 2 | — | 5,000 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front Passenger | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Infotainment:Video (Touch)Screen/Monitor/Unit | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2019 Mazda CX-5
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~383,258 vehicles.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.
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2019 Mazda CX-5 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2019 Mazda CX-5 reliable?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Mazda CX-5 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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