2015 Mazda CX-5 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 6%of 133 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 46,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the electrical system of the 2015 Mazda CX-5, 6% of the 133 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 46,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Driving normally, suddenly at an on-ramp, car would no longer accelerate. I hit the gas a couple times and engine just revved, and the car was jerky as if struggling to change gear. Anything over 3,000 RPM it would not drive. I also noticed electrical problems with radio and lights at the same time. Thankfully, I was able to coast to pull over. Turned off car and re-started. Test drove the vehicle around the area and it happened again at over 3,000 RPM. Luckily this didn't cause an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #11217081, filed 2019-05, 46,000 miles“3 weeks ago, the drivers side seat bottom quit working at the same time the seat back is running super hot (as I choose the lowest level selection button). It's so hot, it feels like it's 'burning'. So I turn it off. Even after 10 minutes of turning this off, it is still running hot to warm. It does not turn off or cool down immediately like it used to. This is why I believe that it's possibly a safety electrical issue. I do not know what or which component part(s) that are truly impacted but clearly it's an electrical issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11328371, filed 2020-06, 54,400 miles“I bought a brand new 2015 Mazda CX-5 it had less than 50 miles on it. That was december 2015. I gave the car to my son, who has been driving it for the last 2 years. He had the oil changed every 5000 miles with the synthetic oil which I was told was the correct way according to Mazda. On april the 24th 2019 the car died on the highway. My son said the lights on the control panel flashed and the car started slowing down and killed over would not start before it died my son said the engine started knocking really loud. …”
NHTSA complaint #11207850, filed 2019-05, 75,000 miles“I started the car and went inside of the house and forgot the keys and went shopping, when I came out the car wouldn't start because I didn't have the keys. Why would the car run with out the keys? Is this a defect?”
NHTSA complaint #10816353, filed 2015-12, 1,710 miles“Driving on hwy 41 going south from racine into chicago area late morning, my son in law was driving going about 55. All the lights on the dash went on! Every single one was lit up so he pulled to the side of the road and the car would not shut off, the electrical system was just frozen, things that were on stayed on and the things that had been off would not go on. After approximately 30 of sitting at the side of the road waiting for assistance (it was over 90 degrees that day) I was finally able to shut the car off. After consulting with a mechanic via phone I started the car. …”
NHTSA complaint #10750181, filed 2015-08, 14,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11037899Sep 11, 2026DESCRIPTION If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS…
- 11034447Jun 19, 2026This SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red. SA-061/25 12/17/25 DESCRIPTION If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g…
- 11032100Apr 4, 2026This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SAs and bulletin(s) listed below: The changes are noted below in red. SA-010/23 02/09/23 DESCRIPTION Some customers may…
- 11026917Dec 17, 2025If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by…
- 11024999Oct 2, 2025For improvement of electrical diagnosis, the SKYACTIV® Wiring Terminal Test Kits has been delivered all the dealers. The terminal test kit enables you: To check pin fit drag of…
- 11007029Aug 26, 2024For improvement of electrical diagnosis, the SKYACTIV® Wiring Terminal Test Kits has been delivered all the dealers. The terminal test kit enables you: To check pin fit drag of…
- 11007019Aug 15, 2024If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by…
- 11006987Aug 8, 2024In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by…
- 11006917Aug 6, 2024Some customers may complain that their liftgate does not open. This can mean a range of things, from the liftgate not unlatching to the power liftgate (PLG) not opening…
- 10244679Oct 11, 2023If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 29% |
| 2025 | 6 | 21% |
| 2024 | 3 | 7% |
| 2023 | 9 | 13% |
| 2022 | 6 | 9% |
| 2021 | 12 | 8% |
| 2020 | 31 | 29% |
| 2019 | 46 | 17% |
| 2018 | 29 | 8% |
| 2017 | 44 | 29% |
| 2016 | 71 | 14% |
| 2015 | 8 | 6% |
| 2014 | 132 | 35% |
| 2013 | 58 | 30% |
Other parts of the 2015 Mazda CX-5
27 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
19 complaintsOther or unknown
16 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
16 complaintsBrakes
14 complaintsEngine
14 complaintsVehicle speed control
12 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsWheels
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 Mazda CX-5
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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