The Lemon Index2017 Mazda CX-5.
The 2017 Mazda CX-5 is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 47 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 35, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about brakes, it has 1 recall, and it gets 26 to 27 mpg combined. The best Mazda CX-5 year is 2022.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 150 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Mazda CX-5 year. 2017 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 5K to 43K miles on the car (55 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 1
- trailer hitches 2017
This harness may be routed such that there is insufficient clearance between the harness and the exhaust muffler, allowing the wiring harness to contact the muffler.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Mazda told dealers about
Mazda sent dealers 572 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- One of the following advanced keyless entry system malfunctions: (1) key fob
- Some customers may complain about one or more warning lights on when they start the vehicle…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2400–2450 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Paint on Soul red chipping and flaking very easily.
2017 Mazda CX-5 owner · NHTSA complaint 11351339
More owner reports
Every time small road gravel hits paint, the paint chips. The car is less than a year old and has at least 20 chips on the hood. The chips are enough to eventually rust the metal. The paint color is red.
NHTSA complaint 11132259
Quick answers
Is the 2017 Mazda CX-5 reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.9× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 35; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Mazda CX-5 year by this measure is 2022.
What are the most common 2017 Mazda CX-5 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are brakes (21%), body structure (19%) and electrical (17%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2017 Mazda CX-5 have?
1 safety recall (latest: trailer hitches). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Mazda CX-5 get?
26 to 27 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2017 Mazda CX-5 safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2017 Mazda CX-5 problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 5,000 and 43,000 miles. The middle report was at 19,000 miles, from 55 complaints.
Does the 2017 Mazda CX-5 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2017 Mazda CX-5 cost in fuel a year?
About $2400 to $2450 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2017 Mazda CX-5 have?
2.5L 4-cyl.
What Mazda CX-5 year is better than the 2017?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2022, 2020 and 2017.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works