2017 Mazda CX-5 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 11%of 150 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the engine of the 2017 Mazda CX-5, 11% of the 150 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Without any warning, while driving on a highway at approximately 65 MPH, the car suddenly stalled. Thankfully, on both occasions, I was able to avoid an accident and pull over to the side of the road. Coincidentally, I also own a 2018 Mazda CX-5 and in october of 2019, I received a recall notice (3719f, NHTSA #19v-497) for the 2018 car. The description in the recall sounds like the exact issue I have faced with my 2017 Mazda yet there is no recall as of now on my 2017.”
NHTSA complaint #11388675, filed 2021-01, 40,000 miles“Without any warning, while driving on a highway at approximately 65 MPH, the car suddenly stalled. Thankfully, on both occasions, I was able to avoid an accident and pull over to the side of the road. Coincidentally, I also own a 2018 Mazda CX-5 and in october of 2019, I received a recall notice (3719f, NHTSA #19v-497) for the 2018 car. The description in the recall sounds like the exact issue I have faced with my 2017 Mazda yet there is no recall as of now on my 2017.”
NHTSA complaint #11388676, filed 2021-01, 60,000 miles“The car stalled while in motion on the highway with 56 miles left in the gas tank. This caused a very dangerous situation due to the fact that I could not accelerate at all, as the traffic was speeding past. I had to coast through traffic to the safety of the shoulder of the road. Once the vehicle came to a stop, it wouldn't restart and it seemed as if it never actually stopped trying to restart. I noticed a few things during this situation. 1. The check engine light came on 2. All the dash board lights appeared to come on 3. …”
NHTSA complaint #11403642, filed 2021-03, 79,000 miles“Loss of power to a complete shutdown while at highway speeds of 60-70mph with fuel tank reading 30 miles to empty. Tow was necessary to dealership. Replaced fuel pump. 2nd occurrence with 60 miles to empty. Broke down again while at highway speeds. Towed a second time to dealership. Replace high/low fuel pump. Was instructed not to operate vehicle below 1/4 tank of fuel. Major safety issue while at highway speeds with difficulty moving to a safe area. Seems to be a design or fuel pump issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11395226, filed 2021-02, 48,000 miles“When I was pulling into my driveway, approx. 5-10mph with my foot barely on the accelerator, the car started accelerating on its own, almost hitting the fence. I was able to slam on the brake pedal and it stopped. It was such a hard stop, left a tire mark on the asphalt and took out some patches of my grass.”
NHTSA complaint #11535377, filed 2023-07Related service bulletins
- 11036688Aug 10, 2026This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. 01-012/22 10/06/22 DESCRIPTION Some vehicles may exhibit accumulation…
- 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…
- 11032103Apr 21, 2026This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red. SA-011/24 02/12/24, 06/06/24, 07/29/24 DESCRIPTION Mazda has developed factory…
- 11032101Apr 16, 2026This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued M-Tip(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. MT-002/19 09/30/19 and 12/19/19 DESCRIPTION If an engine assembly is…
- 11026351Nov 6, 2025Some customer's might state that they notice fluid or oil leaking/dripping on the ground when the vehicle is parked. For this concern, inspect the vehicle for any trace of a…
- 11019161May 21, 2025Instances of coolant leakage have been observed from the EGR bypass hose during maintenance. These issues are typically caused by improper assembly rather than defects in the…
- 11016228Mar 6, 2025Some vehicles may experience an engine no start/no crank with either of the following DTC's stored: P0615:12 - Starter relay circuit malfunction B112A:12 - IG2 relay circuit…
- 11011341Nov 18, 2024CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM CSP12 - DENSO LOW-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM WARRANTY EXTENSION: Attention ALL Mazda Dealers: This is a Warranty Extension and not a…
- 11011338Nov 18, 2024CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM CSP12 - DENSO LOW-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM WARRANTY EXTENSION: Attention ALL Mazda Dealers: This is a Warranty Extension and not a…
- 11011336Nov 18, 2024CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM CSP12 - DENSO LOW-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM WARRANTY EXTENSION: Attention ALL Mazda Dealers: This is a Warranty Extension and not a…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 24% |
| 2024 | 7 | 15% |
| 2023 | 10 | 15% |
| 2022 | 13 | 20% |
| 2021 | 80 | 54% |
| 2020 | 17 | 16% |
| 2019 | 132 | 49% |
| 2018 | 180 | 51% |
| 2017 | 16 | 11% |
| 2016 | 39 | 8% |
| 2015 | 14 | 11% |
| 2014 | 39 | 10% |
| 2013 | 42 | 22% |
Other parts of the 2017 Mazda CX-5
44 complaintsOther or unknown
35 complaintsFuel system
16 complaintsBrakes
14 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
13 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsLane departure
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsForward collision avoidance
4 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Mazda CX-5
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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