CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Mazda CX-5 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 150 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (44 reports).
2017 Mazda CX-5 recalls
Trailer Wiring Can Rub Exhaust, Causing Lights to Fail
A trailer hitch wiring harness may be routed too close to the exhaust muffler, with too little clearance between the two.
Most common 2017 Mazda CX-5 problems
Problem areas named in the 150 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 44 |
| Unknown Or Other | 35 |
| Engine | 16 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 14 |
| Structure | 12 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 12 |
| Power Train | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 |
What owners report
My 2017 Mazda CX-5 has experienced a recurring condition more than six times involving sudden jerking, rapid deceleration, and loss of normal accelerator response during extended highway driving, often while cruise control is engaged. On multiple occasions the engine has also shut down. On 09/11/2026, while traveling south on I-35 at approximately 80 mph with cruise control engaged, the vehicle suddenly began jerking violently and rapidly losing speed. Normal accelerator response was lost and a vehicle behind me nearly struck my vehicle. I was able to reach the shoulder just before the engine shut down. The vehicle would not restart and required towing. There was little or no meaningful war
My car started to smell like gas. I brought it to a shop and there was a leak in my high pressure pump in which the gas was leaking on to my engine. I paid $1600 to have this replaced and there is only 88,000 miles on the car.
The radio is uncontrollable by driver. The radio the self dial from Bluetooth. Even if not connected, the radio surprises this driver by playing the radio unexpectedly at the highest rate. Due to the buttons not working, driver cannot turn down the radio causing safety concerns for being scared and distracted. There are no warnings. Mazda is unwilling to assess without pay.
There is a consistent issue with the âghost touchâ and the electrical system so when youâre going down the road, the musical will change. The music will blast up or down randomly itâll get stuck and itâs very distracting. It will hang up on people while youâre having a conversation through the car phone. This was a recall for Mazda 2014 through 2016 and they need to extend it because it was still happening with my 2017. This is my first experience with Mazda and it has not been a good one as far as this goes. I do a lot of driving and phone calls and music are very important and stuff randomly changing or getting stuck while youâre driving and then trying to fix it is very dang
Infotainment system randomly makes its own selections. Turns volume up and down, changes settings, changes stations... etc. Anything that can be controlled on the screen is at risk of being randomly hijacked. Once, my drivers assist volume was unexpectedly turned to full blast and randomly shouted "navigation assistant will be at this volume. " I jumped so badly I actually could have crashed if I hadn't been at a light.
2017 Mazda CX-5 questions
Does the 2017 Mazda CX-5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2017 Mazda CX-5: Trailer Wiring Can Rub Exhaust, Causing Lights to Fail. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mazda CX-5?
Based on 150 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (44), Unknown Or Other (35), Engine (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Mazda CX-5 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.