The Lemon Index2021 Mazda CX-5.
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 is better than average by owner complaints: 109 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 67, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 0 recalls, and it gets 24 to 28 mpg combined. The best Mazda CX-5 year is 2022.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 148 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Mazda CX-5 year. 2021 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 1K to 62K miles on the car (20 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 0
No safety recalls on record.
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 501 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Some customers may complain about high engine oil consumption
- Tapping noise from the engine during idling; etc., and synchronized to the engine rpm
- CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON with DTC P2610 and P2507 stored in memory after engine
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 AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2300–2700 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Low oil light came on 4500 miles after oil change. Engine used nearly 2 quarts of oil quarl in that distance. Engine burning excessive amount of oil. No oil leaks. Burning oil internally. Reported to dealer.
2021 Mazda CX-5 owner · NHTSA complaint 11483862
More owner reports
On July 4th when car had only 10,300 miles driven on it, oil light came on. Oil level was down over 1.5 quarts. Car was not due for an oil change for another 1800 miles.
NHTSA complaint 11472913
I am having 2021 cx5 signature turbo 3400 mile and the engine light can me on upon checking the oil level was to low mark burnt out . I am concern that Mazda have not came up. With a recall yet.
NHTSA complaint 11488856
Quick answers
Is the 2021 Mazda CX-5 reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.5× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 67; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Mazda CX-5 year by this measure is 2022.
What are the most common 2021 Mazda CX-5 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (61%), transmission & drivetrain (14%) and automatic emergency braking (8%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2021 Mazda CX-5 have?
None: NHTSA has no safety recalls on record for it.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Mazda CX-5 get?
24 to 28 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2021 Mazda CX-5 safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 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 2021 Mazda CX-5 problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 1,900 and 62,200 miles. The middle report was at 26,400 miles, from 20 complaints.
Does the 2021 Mazda CX-5 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 14% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2021 Mazda CX-5 cost in fuel a year?
About $2300 to $2700 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2021 Mazda CX-5 have?
2.5L 4-cyl.
What Mazda CX-5 year is better than the 2021?
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