2007 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
- 61
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Steering
Campaigns on file for 2007
Opened by NHTSA
36% of complaints
Complaints per year
2007: 61 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.
Steering
36% · 22 reportsMost commonly citing electric power assist system.
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My 2007 mazda5 power steering stopped worked abruptly while turning on a major highway. The sudden change in steering nearly caused an accident. I checked the ODB reader for codes but none were present.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-08-04
Sudden power steering loss while driving on an entry ramp of a highway, accompanied by illumination of multiple lights on the dashboard.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-05
Suspension
20% · 12 reportsMost commonly citing rear and front.
Tires
10% · 6 reportsPower train
8% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mazda MAZDA5. The contact stated that while driving, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle would not accelerate beyond 15 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-23
Electrical system
7% · 4 reportsShow complaint excerpts
2007 Mazda mx-5 customer states that the car was parked 10 feet from the house and suddenly the car accelerated and crashed into the house**nar**cc according to the report, the source of the problem may have been electrical.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-02-26
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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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…
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2010-06-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 2010-11-29 Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist
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2010-09-15Steering10V374000 Mazda is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 MAZDA3 and MAZDA5 vehicles manufactured from April 2, 2007 through November 30, 2008. These vehicles may have a condition in which a sudden loss of…
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump and lines free of charge. The safety recall began on September 15, 2010. Owners may contact Mazda customer assistance…
Buy-smart checklist
2007 Mazda MAZDA5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 22 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09E011000 · Equipment
- Recall 10V374000 · Steering
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FAQ
- Is the 2007 Mazda MAZDA5 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Mazda MAZDA5 is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mazda MAZDA5?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 Mazda MAZDA5 have?
- 2 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.