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Mazda CX-5 by model year
We have EPA fuel economy for 12 model years of the Mazda CX-5 (2015–2026). The 2026 model is rated 26 mpg combined. Across these years NHTSA's file lists 8 different recall campaigns.
Recall file dated Oct 28, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026
Compare Mazda CX-5 years
Pick a year for trim-by-trim fuel economy, every recall with its remedy, the components owners complain about most and NHTSA crash-test scores.
| Model year | Versions | EPA combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 CX-5 | 1 | 26 mpg | 0 | 17 | — |
| 2025 CX-5 | 3 | 24–28 mpg | 0 | 29 | 5/5 |
| 2024 CX-5 | 3 | 24–28 mpg | 0 | 46 | 5/5 |
| 2023 CX-5 | 2 | 24–26 mpg | 0 | 67 | 5/5 |
| 2022 CX-5 | 2 | 24–26 mpg | 0 | 65 | 5/5 |
| 2021 CX-5 | 4 | 24–28 mpg | 0 | 148 | 5/5 |
| 2020 CX-5 | 3 | 24–28 mpg | 0 | 108 | 5/5 |
| 2019 CX-5 | 6 | 24–29 mpg | 2 | 272 | 5/5 |
| 2018 CX-5 | 4 | 26–29 mpg | 3 | 352 | 5/5 |
| 2017 CX-5 | 2 | 26–27 mpg | 1 | 150 | 4/5 |
| 2016 CX-5 | 3 | 26–29 mpg | 4 | 511 | 4/5 |
| 2015 CX-5 | 5 | 26–29 mpg | 3 | 123 | 5/5 |
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov (DOE/EPA). Recalls and complaints: NHTSA files. A dash means we could not match that year to NHTSA records by name or no rating is published.
Complaint counts grow as a model ages, so older years usually show more complaints than newer ones.
What the numbers mean
EPA combined is the Environmental Protection Agency's blended city and highway estimate from standardized lab tests; ranges cover all engines and drivetrains sold that year. Recalls counts NHTSA safety recall campaigns that name that model year. Complaints counts unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA since 2015. Overall rating is the best NHTSA 5-Star score among the tested versions.
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Latest Mazda CX-5 recalls
The most recent recall campaigns covering any Mazda CX-5 year we list. Open a model year for the full description and remedy.
- 21V875000 — Fuel system, gasoline: Delivery: Fuel pump, reported Nov 12, 2021; model years 2018, 2019
- 20V063000 — Exterior lighting: Headlights, reported Feb 6, 2020; model years 2016
- 19V497000 — Power train: Automatic transmission: Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm), reported Jun 27, 2019; model years 2018, 2019
- 18V426000 — Air bags: Side/window, reported Jun 25, 2018; model years 2018
- 17V744000 — Trailer hitches, reported Nov 21, 2017; model years 2017
- 16V644000 — Structure: Body: Hatchback/liftgate, reported Sep 6, 2016; model years 2015, 2016
- 16V203000 — Steering, reported Apr 11, 2016; model years 2015, 2016
- 16V064000 — Fuel system, gasoline: Storage: Tank assembly: Filler pipe and cap, reported Feb 3, 2016; model years 2015, 2016
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether your car is affected with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Sources
- FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
- NHTSA recall and consumer complaint flat files, dated Oct 28, 2026; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
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