2015 Mazda MAZDA5 Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 45,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 24 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl FWD · 21 city / 28 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2015 Mazda MAZDA5 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2015 Mazda MAZDA5. The part named most often is brakes, with 2 complaints (22% of the total), followed by other or unknown (2) and seats (2). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 60% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 45,000 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 4 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 198 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 12 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 12 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes2 22%
- Other or unknown2 22%
- Seats2 22%
- Air bags1 11%
- Engine1 11%
- Equipment1 11%
- Seat belts1 11%
- Steering1 11%
Example complaints
Brakes: “The contact owns a 2015 Mazda 5. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v393000 (parking brake); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Ramsey Mazda of ramsey, new jersey (436 state route 17) was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts would become available in two weeks on more than one occasion; however, the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11034532, filed 2017-10Other or unknown: “The handle on the sliding door and driver's side broke off. We have replaced it twice already and it keeps breaking. This has not happened to me with any of my other cars in the past or present until now. It's unkown to me and it shows the part was not done well. What caught my attention is that I saw another mazda5 minivan without a handle which made me think that this is a problem with this type of car. I'm surprised it doesn't have a recall. Please help us with this. Thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #11749221, filed 2026-07Seats: “My 2015 MAZDA5 was involved in a single vehicle high speed rollover crash with 4 kids in it. They were on a dead end road that ran parallel to a divided highway. Upon the initial impact the front airbags deployed. The vehicle then rolled several times, landing drivers side down 150-200 feet from the initial impact. Neither side airbags deployed. The front passenger seat was visibly twisted. Also my sons seatbelt came undone on impact, resulting in several critical injuries that required him to be airlifted to a children's trauma center. The vehicle was totaled. …”
NHTSA complaint #11352072, filed 2020-08, 115,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
60% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 18,500 and 115,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2015 Mazda MAZDA5 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 16V644000Sep 6, 2016Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgateCovers: Mazda MAZDA5 2012–2015, MAZDA3 2010–2013, CX-5 2013–2016 +2 more
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured November 18, 2008, to June 8, 2013, 2012-2015 Mazda5 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2010, to June 22, 2015, 2016 CX-3 vehicles…
Recall details for the 2015 Mazda MAZDA5 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 198 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037899Sep 11, 2026Electrical system. DESCRIPTION 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 diagnosis by asking if…
- 11034447Jun 19, 2026Electrical system, Engine. This 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, dead battery, engine…
- 11032103Apr 21, 2026Engine, Brakes, Other or unknown, Transmission and…. This 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 recommended…
- 11026917Dec 17, 2025Electrical system. 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 diagnosis by asking if any…
- 11026904Dec 10, 2025Other or unknown. A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in…
- 11022742Aug 22, 2025Body and structure, Other or unknown. Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage such (melted, separating, etc.) when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection. If a…
- 11022727Aug 14, 2025Other or unknown. When replacing the SiriusXM satellite radio unit, a call must be made to inform SiriusXM of the existing Radio ID and the new/replacement SAT Radio ID as soon as possible to ensure the customer…
- 11020039Jun 19, 2025Other or unknown. Some customers may complain about a noisy HVAC blower motor or odor after a cabin air filter replacement. Foreign debris on the blower motor after servicing the cabin air filter may be the cause…
- 11017699Apr 25, 2025Other or unknown. A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in…
- 11007022Aug 15, 2024Body and structure. Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage such (melted, separating, etc.) when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection.
Other model years of the Mazda MAZDA5
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 9 | 45,000 | 1 | — | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 2014 | 12 | 79,000 | 1 | — | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 24 | 38,000 | 1 | — | 24 | — | Stable |
| 2012 | 37 | 43,000 | 1 | — | 24 | 23 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2010 | 57 | 51,500 | 1 | — | 24 | 43 · Typical | Stable |
| 2009 | 64 | 42,305 | 2 | — | 24 | 72 · More | Falling |
| 2008 | 67 | 38,750 | 1 | — | 24 | 56 · Typical | Falling |
| 2007 | 61 | 65,000 | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 78 | 50,500 | 2 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Mazda MAZDA5 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2015 Mazda MAZDA5 have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2015 Mazda MAZDA5 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2015 Mazda MAZDA5 is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 2 complaints (22% of the total), followed by other or unknown with 2.
Has the 2015 Mazda MAZDA5 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Mazda MAZDA5 get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Mazda MAZDA5 (5, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 24 mpg combined, 21 city and 28 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2015 Mazda MAZDA5 reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 45,000 miles and the middle half falls between 18,500 and 115,000 miles; 60% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.