CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Mazda MAZDA5 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 64 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (17 reports).
2009 Mazda MAZDA5 recalls
Most common 2009 Mazda MAZDA5 problems
Problem areas named in the 64 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 17 |
| Tires | 13 |
| Suspension | 8 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Wheels | 5 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
What owners report
While driving car turns on its own almost causing accident
The headlights on this car are dangerously dim. Like the turn signals overpower them levels of dim. Iâve replaced the bulbs, the battery, cleaned all the connections, replaced the alternator, nothing makes a difference.
THIS MODEL OF MAZDA STEERING WHEEL STOP ROTATING MOSTLY ON HIGHWAY. AT TIME IT BECOME TOO STIFF TO OVE FOR 5 TO 10 MINUTES AND THEN IT COMES BACK ON IT IS WORRYING ME AS IT MAY CAUSE AN UNVOIDABLE CRASH.
Intermittently, the doors will not unlock when inside the vehicle, effectively trapping the occupants inside. Additionally, the locks will fail to lock or lock with either the key or the remote fob. trapping occupants inside or prohibiting someone on the outside from getting in to retrieve children inside.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MAZDA 5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. ON ONE OCCASION, THE VEHICLE BROKE DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF A STREET AND WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S HOME. THE CONTACT HAD A MECHANIC INSPECT THE VEHICLE WHO STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP COULD BE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 163,000.
2009 Mazda MAZDA5 questions
Does the 2009 Mazda MAZDA5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2009 Mazda MAZDA5: Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Fuel Pump; Steering:Electric Power Assist System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mazda MAZDA5?
Based on 64 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (17), Tires (13), Suspension (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Mazda MAZDA5 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.