2017 Mazda CX-5 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Mazda CX-5. Part of Generation 2 — 2017–2025.

20162018
Complaints
190
per 10K Sold
14.9
US Sales
127,563
Crashes
11
Fires
0
Injuries
5
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2017 Mazda CX-5 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#141 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:17,925 mi
Crash-related:1
#215 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:62,167 mi
Crash-related:1
#314 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:5,770 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Mazda CX-5.

Electrical Faults
41
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
17,925
Engine Problems
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
62,167
Brakes
14
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
5,770
Fuel System
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
39,326
Wipers & Visibility
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
41,500
Transmission / Drivetrain
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
26,645
Body Structure
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
21,384
Unintended Acceleration
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
21,128
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure:Lane Keep:Navigation System/Software
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2017 Mazda CX-5

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~1,076 vehicles.

17V744000Trailer Hitches · Electrical System:wiring
~1,076 affected

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2017 CX-5 vehicles equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness. 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.

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2017 Mazda CX-5 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2017 Mazda CX-5 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2017 Mazda CX-5 has 190 NHTSA complaints, 11 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 41 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Mazda CX-5?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (41 complaints, avg 17,925 mi); Engine Problems (15 complaints, avg 62,167 mi); Brakes (14 complaints, avg 5,770 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Mazda CX-5?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 27,744 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 Mazda CX-5?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Mazda CX-5 include 11 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2017 Mazda CX-5 have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 1,076 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2017 Mazda CX-5?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mazda CX-5 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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