2022 Mazda CX-5
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 194 |
| 2014 | 377 |
| 2015 | 133 |
| 2016 | 507 |
| 2017 | 148 |
| 2018 | 344 |
| 2019 | 260 |
| 2020 | 105 |
| 2021 | 137 |
| 2022 | 62 |
| 2023 | 59 |
| 2024 | 41 |
| 2025 | 23 |
| 2026 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
37% of complaints: exterior lighting — 23 distinct reports on file.
21% of complaints: engine — 13 distinct reports on file.
FIRE8% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
The vehicle unexpectedly caught fire and the results could have been catastrophic. Almost new car under warranty. All details are in the uploaded PDF letter and photos.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231213
Heating element on front windscreen burning and smoking causing windscreen to crack and is very obviously defective.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231031
6% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
On July 22, my sister and I were traveling on I-95 going south. We stopped at the Maryland House near Aberdeen, MD. I was looking for a parking place and was driving very slowly.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220726
The contact owns a 2022 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph when another vehicle abruptly stopped causing the contact to need to suddenly stop however, the brake pedal failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220411
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2022 Mazda CX-5 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Mazda CX-5 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Mazda CX-5 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Mazda CX-5?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Mazda CX-5 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.