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Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)Part report

2022 Mazda CX-5 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems

Complaints
5about this part
Share
8%of 65 total for the year
Median mileage
132,500miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the visibility of the 2022 Mazda CX-5, 8% of the 65 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 132,500 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.

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.

“The contact owns a 2022 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was a loud banging sound coming from the above. The sun roof glass suddenly fractured into several pieces. The dealer was contacted and informed of the issue, however the vehicle was not taken to be repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the issue and referred the contact back to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.”

NHTSA complaint #11769635, filed 2026-10, 77,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2022 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed with the heater activated, the contact heard an abnormal explosion. The contact stated that the sunroof had exploded without impact. There was no warning prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacture was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 188,000.”

NHTSA complaint #11507629, filed 2023-02, 188,000 miles

“The mechanical motor assembly inside the adaptive front-lighting headlamp unit has failed on my 2022 Mazda CX-5. This mechanical malfunction severely compromises nighttime driving illumination, creating a direct road hazard by reducing forward visibility during essential evening commutes. An initial repair and parts request was submitted to Mazda several months ago, but no corporate response or resolution was ever received. The vehicle and component are currently available for inspection at Yark Mazda in Toledo, OH, where technicians have confirmed the headlight motor failure. …”

NHTSA complaint #11741454, filed 2026-06

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Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2026318%
2025414%
202424%
2023812%
202258%
202175%
202044%
2019104%
201862%
2017139%
2016489%
20151612%
20148021%
2013116%

Other parts of the 2022 Mazda CX-5

Exterior lighting
23 complaints
Engine
13 complaints
Other or unknown
10 complaints
Electrical system
6 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
5 complaints
Brakes
4 complaints
Forward collision avoidance
4 complaints
Fuel system
4 complaints
Body and structure
3 complaints
Air bags
2 complaints
Tires
2 complaints
Vehicle speed control
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2022 Mazda CX-5

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology