2006 Mazda MAZDA5
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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
- 78
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Suspension
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
27% of complaints
Complaints per year
2006: 78 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 78 |
| 2007 | 61 |
| 2008 | 67 |
| 2009 | 64 |
| 2010 | 57 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2012 | 37 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Suspension
27% · 21 reportsMost commonly citing rear and front.
Show complaint excerpts
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 25 MPH on dry road conditions, the power steering failed without warning, and the steering wheel was difficult to turn. The check engine light illuminated intermittently prior to the incident.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-10-30
Tires
23% · 18 reportsMost commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.
Steering
13% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic power assist system.
Engine and engine cooling
13% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing exhaust system and engine.
Service brakes
9% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2005-10-26Engine and engine cooling05V412000 On certain sport utility vehicles, a heat buildup in the exhaust system can occur.
Remedy: Mazda instructed owners (September 16, 2005) to bring in their vehicles and will be given a rental or loaner vehicle at no cost while Mazda repairs these vehicles. The recall began on October 26…
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2006-12-18Latches/locks/linkages06V463000 On certain passenger vehicles currently registered in the following states: Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the sliding door latches with modified latches. The recall began on December 18, 2006. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
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2009-04-17Equipment09E011000 Thule, inc. Is recalling 2,323 owner-installed roof-mounted fit kits, models 3068 and 3069, manufactured between January 1, 2008 and February 28, 2009 that are used with thule podium foot packs…
Remedy: Thule will mail a retro fit kit along with repair instructions to owners free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before April 13, 2009. Owners may contact thule toll-free at…
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Mazda MAZDA5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 21 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 18 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 10 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V412000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 06V463000 · Latches/locks/linkages
- Recall 09E011000 · Equipment
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FAQ
- Is the 2006 Mazda MAZDA5 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Mazda MAZDA5 is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mazda MAZDA5?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Mazda MAZDA5 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.