2008 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
- 67
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Steering
Campaigns on file for 2008
Opened by NHTSA
55% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 67 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
55% · 37 reportsMost commonly citing pump.
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Mazda 5 power steering system fails intermittently. The power steering light comes on and steering becomes extremely difficult to steer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-30
Also filed under Electrical system and power train
I bought 4 kumho tires sized 205 50R17 for this car in September of 2015. In August of 2017, at about 25000 miles on the tires, one of them developed what we later learned was a belt separation.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-21
Also filed under Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Mazda 5. While driving various speeds, the power steering seized and the power steering assist fault indicator illuminated. The failure occurred without warning. The dealer was not made aware of the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-11
Suspension
15% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing rear and front.
Tires
12% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing valve and tread/belt.
Structure
7% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing body.
Electrical system
6% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing ignition.
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Tl* the contact owned a 2008 Mazda 5. While driving at an unknown speed, the driver heard a bang sound near the front end of the vehicle and pulled over to the side. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed flames under the hood.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-05-29
Also filed under Engine
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
2008 Mazda MAZDA5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 37 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 8 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09E011000 · Equipment
- Recall 10V374000 · Steering
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FAQ
- Is the 2008 Mazda MAZDA5 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Mazda MAZDA5 is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mazda MAZDA5?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 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.