There are no safety recalls for the 2023 Mazda CX-5, but owners have filed 67 complaints with NHTSA.
2023 Mazda CX-5 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Service Brakes | 12 | |
| Unknown or Other | 11 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | |
| Engine | 10 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 10 | |
| Electrical System | 9 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 6 | |
| Lane Departure | 5 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | |
| Visibility | 3 | |
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
Most reported parts
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 4
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 4
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 4
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 2
- Visibility › Windshield — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
- Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 16,127 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2023 Mazda CX-5 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Unknown or Other · reported Oct 24, 2026
While driving on the highway with my children in the car. My sunroof suddenly exploded. The sound was so loud, glass was everywhere. I wasnât driving through construction, I wasnât driving under a bridge, there was typical morning traffic which is on the lighter side. I was driving around 55 mph with the front defrost button and seat warmers on. Temperature was set 66 degrees in the car. This was so scary. My children who are [XXX] and [XXX] were so scared. They started screaming and my youngest started crying because huge chunks of glass were on him and all over the vehicle. I contacted…
Service Brakes · reported Oct 20, 2026
Windshield formed a crack after 3 years without any debris hitting it. Headlight leveling motor malfunction after 1 year. Brake caliper failure after 3 years.
Lane Departure · reported Oct 20, 2026
At approximately 48,000 miles, my vehicle displayed a "Blind Spot Sensor(s) Malfunction" warning message on the dashboard without any prior warnings or symptoms. I contacted the dealership, which recommended having the system inspected by a local body shop, indicating that repairs would likely be less expensive. The body shop diagnosed the issue as a failed driver's side (left) blind spot sensor. However, they recommended replacing both sensors, stating that these components are problematic and prone to failure. $3K repair. My concern is that the blind spot monitoring system is an important…
Exterior Lighting · reported Oct 5, 2026
I began hearing a loud engine noise similar to a lawn mower whenever my headlights would come on which includes just when I unlock my car. When I first took it back to the Mazda dealership for servicing and mentioned this to the service manager he told me it was an issue with the headlights that theyâve been seeing. They returned the car to me and said they did not hear it. Then after my warranty ended it got worse and when I brought it back to the dealership they stated they had never heard of this happening before and said that I brought my car for an air-conditioning issue. When…
Exterior Lighting · reported Sep 28, 2026
At 44,000 miles, a loud whirring noise started to occur that is due to the failing of the internal LED cooling fan in my left headlamp. I cannot use my headlights, which is a safety concern.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2023 Mazda CX-5 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2023 Mazda CX-5 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Mazda CX-5?
Owners report service brakes problems most often (12 reports), followed by unknown or other (11). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 16,127 miles.
Are Mazda recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mazda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.