2014 Mazda Mazda5 recalls and problems

Q: Does the 2014 Mazda Mazda5 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Mazda Mazda5: 16V-644 (structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Q: What is the most common problem with the 2014 Mazda Mazda5?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (4 reports), followed by engine (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 79,000 miles.

Q: 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.

The 2014 Mazda Mazda5 has 1 safety recall and 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mazda dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

0 / 0

Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2014 Mazda Mazda5 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2014 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.

2014 Mazda Mazda5 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes	4
Engine	2
Unknown or Other	2
Steering	2
Visibility/Wiper	1
Suspension	1
Wheels	1
Latches/Locks/Linkages	1
Structure	1
Electrical System	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 79,000 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 2014 Mazda Mazda5 complaints

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

Service Brakes · reported Oct 19, 2024

I bought this vehicle as is, about 2 months past, after driving it home I felt after pressing the Brakes pedal that it is not responding until I press 2 or 3 times. I went bnack to the dealer the next day and made a complain. They sent me to their Mechanic who diagnosed the problem to be the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit Assembly. It is available for inspection upon request. My safety and the safety of my family was put at risk because of the fact that I have to pump the brakes to slow the vehicle. Yes the problem was confirmed by the independent Mechanic recomended by the dealer, with a detailed…

Steering · reported Aug 17, 2023

Power steering became stiff hard to turn, steering pulls left or right when driving over bumps on the road also brakes became spongy.

Steering · reported Aug 21, 2022

The car became hard to steer, and I noticed the power steering light was on. It is a safety risk due to increased difficulty steering car and a risk for myself and other drivers on the road. This just occurred today and has not been investigated by an other parties. No warning or incidents prior to steering becoming difficult.

Structure · reported Oct 29, 2021

The driver door handle stopped functioning on a 7-year-old low milage (<25k) Mazda 5. The malfunction is common among Mazda's and can be easily found when searching the internet. A small groove on the internal door handle mechanism breaks off and lets the spring pulling the handle back slip out. In most cases, this causes the door to be unable to open (from the outside or inside). However, in my case, the door would not latch closed anymore. Having a driver side door not close while driving is a safety issue and a vehicle where the door does not stay closed should not be operated. This problem…

Latches/Locks/Linkages · at 88,078 miles · reported Jul 22, 2021

The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda5. The contact stated that the passengerâs side rear door failed to open or close all the way. The contact stated that there was a 1-2-inch gap between the door and the door latch. The contact reached out to the local dealer to have the vehicle inspected however, the contact was unable to schedule an appointment for the vehicle to be inspected. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 88,078.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Mazda Mazda5 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 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 2014 Mazda Mazda5?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (4 reports), followed by engine (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 79,000 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.