2013 Mazda Mazda5 recalls and problems

The 2013 Mazda Mazda5 has 1 safety recall and 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mazda dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
24
Crashes / fires
4 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2013 Mazda Mazda5 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Mazda Mazda5 recalls

Recall 16V-644: Structure

Reported Sep 6, 2016 · 580,455 vehicles affected · Mazda North American Operations

Problem: 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 manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 26, 2015, and 2013-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured December 15, 2011, to December 26, 2015. On the affected vehicles, the lift gate support struts may corrode, possibly causing the struts to break and/or the lift gate to drop unexpectedly.

Risk: If the lift gate falls unexpectedly, it may hit the user, increasing their risk of injury.

Fix: Mazda dealers will replace the both lift gate supports, free of charge, however parts are not currently available. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9916H.

2013 Mazda Mazda5 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes5
Engine4
Steering4
Structure4
Seats3
Power Train2
Wheels2
Unknown or Other2
Electrical System1
Parking Brake1
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)1
Vehicle Speed Control1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 3
  • Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint — 1
  • Structure › Body › Door › Handle › Exterior — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 38,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2013 Mazda Mazda5 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Nov 3, 2025
All of the door handles and locks have loosened and fallen off. Sliding door will not latch now. Hatch on rear has lost suspension.
Service Brakes · reported Jul 22, 2022
The TCM failed on the car and it is a very common thing. The design set the module in a location that overheats and malfunctions when connection is lost with mechanisms that warp under heat, the cost to repair at the dealership was extremely expensive
Tires · reported Jul 10, 2021
The tire blow up and causing lost control and hit curbs and it’s causing accident and it’s damaged front and damaged engine, trans pan , transmission and steering gear and linkage
Service Brakes · at 140,000 miles · reported Aug 15, 2019
I have gone to multiple mechanics with no help. My vehicle surges or revs any time the AC is on to the point that the vehicle lunges forward even when my foot is on the brake. This occurs in neutral, drive and park. It specifically occurs when I AM slowing down, stopping, or coasting at a low speed. It also jerks when in drive but not applying the gas, then revs with no warning. No check engine or other lights are coming on. I have been on several mazda forums and this seems to be a recurring issue wth this vehicle. It has caused me to hit a wall (I was slowing down, coming into a parking…
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 8,000 miles · reported Jul 6, 2019
After repeatedly going to various mechanics to get a diagnosis throughout the years, they were all unsuccessful to find any report through the vehicle's computer. However, my car's engine is constantly revved up even when applying the brakes an slowing down causing it to jerk forward. This occurs suddenly and randomly when I AM going at speeds below 20 MPH including while on idle. If I neither apply the brakes nor the accelerator, it will still drive forward at 3 MPH in rhythmic jerky waves. We took the vehicle to the local mazda dealer for a key replacement when we first purchased it, and I…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Mazda Mazda5 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Mazda Mazda5: 16V-644 (structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Mazda Mazda5?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (5 reports), followed by engine (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 38,000 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.