2017 Mazda CX-5
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 44 of 148 complaints (30%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Body, Seats & Latches include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 510 in 2016 to 148 in 2017.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | vs. 2017 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,150–2,400 | 2,150–2,400 | 2,300–2,400 | 2,250–3,200 | 2,250–3,200 | |
| Combined MPG | 26–29 | 26–29 | 26–27 | 26–29 | 24–29 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 24–26 / 29–34 | 24–26 / 29–34 | 23–24 / 29–31 | 24–28 / 30–31 | 22–28 / 27–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 306–341 | 306–340 | 328–352 | 321–365 | 322–370 | |
| Complaints filed | 133 | 510 | 148 | 348 | 269 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 11 | 31 | 5 | 19 | 7 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 7 | 13 | 3 | 6 | 5 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Mazda CX-5 have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Mazda CX-5?
Electrical: 44 of 148 NHTSA complaints (30%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Mazda CX-5 get?
EPA rates it 26–27 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Mazda CX-5?
EPA estimates $2,300–$2,400 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 24 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | $2,300 (low) | 328 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 23 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | 26 mpg (low) | $2,400 (high) | 352 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 44 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 16 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 15 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 36 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; TRAILER HITCHES · Campaign 17V744000 · Nov 27, 2017
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Contact with the muffler may damage the trailer wiring harness, potentially resulting in the trailer lighting being inoperative, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the trailer hitch harness away from the muffler, replacing the harness if it is damaged, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1617K.