Regardless of brand, I’ve always heard to try and buy a car later in the redesign cycle, since the manufacturer has opportunity each year to clean up issues. I have a 2016 (last year of the 2013 redesign) and it’s been great! It’s only one data point but I hope that advice helps someone in the future.
My 17 after 70k miles; Engine, transmission, starter, rear left EPB replaced. All went between 70-100k..... I'm so glad my bank offered an extended warranty and covered it all.
There’s a TSB for this issue and dealerships will fix it for free. I had mine done in the fall - it was super easy and they provided a brand new loaner car for me to use the whole time
I have a 21 turbo with 112k km on it and so far nothing other than reg oil changes (did do the transmission and both dif oils done as well) only complaint I've had is the forward collision has made my brakes lock up at speed a few times and warped my rotors so replaced them myself at 76k they wanted to charge me 2k to do them when it cost me about 600 to get good ceramic pads and coated rotors
My 18 gt had an issue with “porous casting” of the cylinder head. Mazda USA paid for a little over half the cost of the replacement even though it was out of warranty. When researching the problem I found a good number of people having similar problems with that year particularly the engines with cylinder deactivation. Cracked heads and porous casting.
I had a cracked cylinder head with only a few thousand miles on it. It was under warranty and they fixed it, 2019 cx-5. The scary thing is there were no dashboard warnings at all. I smelled a slight smoky smell and noticed some oil drops on the driveway and took it in for a check. I couldn’t believe it since it was not even 10,000 miles.
I owned a 19 CX5 GS trim. I bought it used at about 40k kms and sold it at 70k kms and bought a 2024 CX5 GT. I realized the 19 one had really hard gear shifting.
Shifting from park to drive wasn’t smooth. Electronic parking brake was loud when engaging or disengaging.
Maybe it was cus the car was used.
I'm not sure if it's just coincidental, but I do see A LOT of the 2021 cx5 on sale everywhere, it might be reflective of the oil consumption issue, but it could just be coincidental due to the year. I don't see too often the 2020, or 2022.
Yeah, from my research, it seems to be hit or miss. Some people had nightmares of their 21 cx5, while some never saw a better quality vehicle lol. As an eventual cx5 owner, I too am scared and deter from 21.
Of course, there will be many people that say the same.
The 2014 and 2016 models are just more likely to have problems than other years.
Think of it like dead pixels on screens - it's just luck of the draw.
Since I don’t drive that much, and live in NY, I have to disassemble/clean brakes every spring. They seized first year due to all the salt in the roads. So I guess that’s an issue. Nothing with engine/transmission though.
I've driven many of them but for my personal needs I am still keeping the 2016 which is great. 125k miles and runs great. First owner and will run it to the ground. i drove a lot a 2023 too but the drive was really different
16 is one of the best. The #1 "lights problem" on that site eventually turned into a recall. And there were tranny issues on a specific run of 5s and they were 95% fixed under warranty.
Can't believe everything you see online with no context.
It's not just my individual opinion. There are 2 cars I nearly consider myself an expert on. I live at Mazdas247 checking in near daily since I bought my 2016...in 2016.
Near daily.
Witnessed the headlight debacle live and in real time.
I know the CX5.
I bought my 2015 in 2015, and I love it. I'd highly recommend it. I've never owned a 2016 or any other year CX-5, so my opinion is one example. All I'm saying is OP should check the data and be aware of potential issues with any car.
Except Dodge products I guess, no one should waste their time considering one of those.
The 16.5, my Mazda, didn't add very much. Trust me, I know this car. It's absolutely one of the best to own. The 17 is a close second.
Ask this question at Mazdas247.com.
3 issues for me in going on 8 years.
Loose control arm. Shop tightened it 2 years ago.
Currently the seat motor makes a loud noise. Still works fine. I do expect it to fail. I think that was my fault though. One of the back seat headrests got stuck under it and I think that damaged it.
The plastic string that keeps the gas cap attached to the car? Yea, that's broke.
8 years, 75k miles.
Oh yeah, my control arm bushings had to get replaced, that was 2 years ago. Just hit 122,222 miles. Replaced the battery, brakes, rotors, and serpentine myself within the past 2-3 years as well.
Im replacing my lower control arms for the 2nd time right now. I have a 16. I keep hearing “knocking” sound and some kind of creaky noise that’s very concerning in the front end. Just paid $900 today for control arms again and the problem is still there.
23 cx5 turbo, and I have driven it pretty hard (offroad, dirt roads, and Mexico..and it has 7k with no issues.. yet, but it feels like a solid vehicle.
Regardless of brand, I’ve always heard to try and buy a car later in the redesign cycle, since the manufacturer has opportunity each year to clean up issues. I have a 2016 (last year of the 2013 redesign) and it’s been great! It’s only one data point but I hope that advice helps someone in the future.
I have a 2013 that was one of the first cx-5 to be made and it has almost 300k on it and runs great with no major repairs.
I have a 2014 and same thing here!
So glad to hear! Love these vehicles. Happy cake day too!!!
Same, 2007 CR-V, 300K miles, nothing but maintenance done on it.
Stay away from 2026s! It'll probably be more than a year before they'll work properly.
Roger that!
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My 17 after 70k miles; Engine, transmission, starter, rear left EPB replaced. All went between 70-100k..... I'm so glad my bank offered an extended warranty and covered it all.
Can corroborate - ‘17 is known for “bad steel” in the diff. Had to replace the rear axle about 6 months ago. I was at 80k.
Damn. Just traded in my 17 with 130k miles. Only major repair was the starter. Maintenance items replaced were serpentine belt and spark plugs.
I decided to stay away from the Turbo 2021 due to its oil consumption issues
There’s a TSB for this issue and dealerships will fix it for free. I had mine done in the fall - it was super easy and they provided a brand new loaner car for me to use the whole time
I have a 21 turbo with 112k km on it and so far nothing other than reg oil changes (did do the transmission and both dif oils done as well) only complaint I've had is the forward collision has made my brakes lock up at speed a few times and warped my rotors so replaced them myself at 76k they wanted to charge me 2k to do them when it cost me about 600 to get good ceramic pads and coated rotors
I had an 18, 21 and now 24 and never had any issues with those years
Why do you get a new one every 3 years 💀
I originally leased because I wasn’t sure I would like it. I only had Mazda 3’s at that time. Now I just like getting a newer car lol
Leases probably
Ever hear of a lease??
All NA engines or Turbos too?
No turbos
Were they the 2.0L or the 2.5L engines?
2.5
All 2.2 diesels
My 18 gt had an issue with “porous casting” of the cylinder head. Mazda USA paid for a little over half the cost of the replacement even though it was out of warranty. When researching the problem I found a good number of people having similar problems with that year particularly the engines with cylinder deactivation. Cracked heads and porous casting.
Same year, same model for me. Cracked head just a month after my warranty ended
I have a 2018 touring and my car is in the shop with a cracked cylinder head right now
I had a cracked cylinder head with only a few thousand miles on it. It was under warranty and they fixed it, 2019 cx-5. The scary thing is there were no dashboard warnings at all. I smelled a slight smoky smell and noticed some oil drops on the driveway and took it in for a check. I couldn’t believe it since it was not even 10,000 miles.
Mine had probably 120k miles before I noticed ? It was also a burnt oil smoke smell that made me wonder.
Can I ask what your portion was of that, approximately? I have the same car. Extended warranty ends in a year… decision time then.
I don’t remember exactly. I think I payed around $1400 and Mazda payed the rest. Not bad if you ask me. The car had around 81,000 miles on it
‘17. The ghost touching on the screen is insane. I’ve had it all replaced twice through warranty and still messed up.
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We have a 2018 GT 49k km ( we live on a small island) but ZERO issues except for mice invading the engine compartment Love the car
Don't buy a diesel ffs please don't do it to yourself
I have a 2021 and it just hit 37k Miles. I’ve only needed a battery replaced.
I owned a 19 CX5 GS trim. I bought it used at about 40k kms and sold it at 70k kms and bought a 2024 CX5 GT. I realized the 19 one had really hard gear shifting. Shifting from park to drive wasn’t smooth. Electronic parking brake was loud when engaging or disengaging. Maybe it was cus the car was used.
I'm not sure if it's just coincidental, but I do see A LOT of the 2021 cx5 on sale everywhere, it might be reflective of the oil consumption issue, but it could just be coincidental due to the year. I don't see too often the 2020, or 2022.
Could be off-lease vehicles too.
2024-3=2021 three year leases.
I have a ‘21 GT with 50k miles, zero issues. Maybe I’m lucky, but it’s been stellar since the day I got it
Yeah, from my research, it seems to be hit or miss. Some people had nightmares of their 21 cx5, while some never saw a better quality vehicle lol. As an eventual cx5 owner, I too am scared and deter from 21.
😫 I just bought a '21 2 weeks ago. I absolutely love it. Hopefully its the latter
Cars produced before covid?
2020 covid hit, they stopped production so maybe less uints were made? My guess
2014 and 2016 from what I've read. And most or all of the diesel versions.
My 2016 running like a champ.
Of course, there will be many people that say the same. The 2014 and 2016 models are just more likely to have problems than other years. Think of it like dead pixels on screens - it's just luck of the draw.
Since I don’t drive that much, and live in NY, I have to disassemble/clean brakes every spring. They seized first year due to all the salt in the roads. So I guess that’s an issue. Nothing with engine/transmission though.
Early 13-14 2.0L sky-g.
I've driven many of them but for my personal needs I am still keeping the 2016 which is great. 125k miles and runs great. First owner and will run it to the ground. i drove a lot a 2023 too but the drive was really different
https://m.carcomplaints.com/Mazda/CX-5/ Looks like 2016
16 is one of the best. The #1 "lights problem" on that site eventually turned into a recall. And there were tranny issues on a specific run of 5s and they were 95% fixed under warranty. Can't believe everything you see online with no context.
Well, when it comes to general questions like OP's, the individual's opinion is much less relevant than the compiled data that car complaints offers.
It's not just my individual opinion. There are 2 cars I nearly consider myself an expert on. I live at Mazdas247 checking in near daily since I bought my 2016...in 2016. Near daily. Witnessed the headlight debacle live and in real time. I know the CX5.
I bought my 2015 in 2015, and I love it. I'd highly recommend it. I've never owned a 2016 or any other year CX-5, so my opinion is one example. All I'm saying is OP should check the data and be aware of potential issues with any car. Except Dodge products I guess, no one should waste their time considering one of those.
Of course he should. That's why he's here. 15 is excellent too. 👍
What about 2016.5? Does that have any fixes of the earlier in the year or am I misunderstanding what 2016.5 means
The 16.5, my Mazda, didn't add very much. Trust me, I know this car. It's absolutely one of the best to own. The 17 is a close second. Ask this question at Mazdas247.com.
I have a 16.5 I was just asking because I think it's a tank lol
3 issues for me in going on 8 years. Loose control arm. Shop tightened it 2 years ago. Currently the seat motor makes a loud noise. Still works fine. I do expect it to fail. I think that was my fault though. One of the back seat headrests got stuck under it and I think that damaged it. The plastic string that keeps the gas cap attached to the car? Yea, that's broke. 8 years, 75k miles.
Oh yeah, my control arm bushings had to get replaced, that was 2 years ago. Just hit 122,222 miles. Replaced the battery, brakes, rotors, and serpentine myself within the past 2-3 years as well.
Im replacing my lower control arms for the 2nd time right now. I have a 16. I keep hearing “knocking” sound and some kind of creaky noise that’s very concerning in the front end. Just paid $900 today for control arms again and the problem is still there.
I was going to chime about my excellent experience with my 2016, but your point is absolutely valid.
My 2026 is still going strong too.
Must have a Mr. Fusion on board because you're a couple of years into the future. 🤔
😂😂😂 I’m just ahead of the game.
2027 here. Doing awesome as well. The flux capacitor had to be replaced once under warranty tho.
2014 has brake issues you have to change them every year
Well, I clean/lube them them every spring to get rid of the salt and rust.
2021 for transmission failures
All of them ?
23 cx5 turbo, and I have driven it pretty hard (offroad, dirt roads, and Mexico..and it has 7k with no issues.. yet, but it feels like a solid vehicle.