2022 Mazda CX-5 Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Mazda CX-5. Part of Generation 2 — 2017–2025.

20212023
Complaints
75
Crashes
10
Fires
5
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2022 Mazda CX-5 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#118 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

#212 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:3,638 mi
Fires:1
#35 complaints

Electrical Faults

Crash-related:1
Fires:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Mazda CX-5.

Headlight/Taillight Failures
18
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
3,638
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
2,032
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Tread/Belt
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2022 Mazda CX-5 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2022 Mazda CX-5 reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2022 Mazda CX-5 has 75 NHTSA complaints, 10 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Headlight/Taillight Failures with 18 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Mazda CX-5?
Top reported problems: Headlight/Taillight Failures (18 complaints); Engine Problems (12 complaints, avg 3,638 mi); Electrical Faults (5 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Mazda CX-5?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 3,166 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Mazda CX-5?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Mazda CX-5 include 10 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 Mazda CX-5 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2022 Mazda CX-5 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2022 Mazda CX-5?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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