The 2018 Mazda CX-5 has 112 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and power train. Owners most often flag interior build quality concerns: reports of delicate materials: steering wheel leather peeling, piano black trim scratching easily, and noticeable interior noises. frequency: recurrent.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2018 Mazda CX-5 vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 8 CX-5 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2012) to 259 (2019). With 112 complaints, the 2018 CX-5 sits belowthe model's median of 133.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
air bags:side/window
Campaign 18V426000Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda CX-5 vehicles. In the event of a side impact or rollover crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly unfold during deployment. As such, these …
engine
Campaign 19V497000Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.
fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Campaign 21V875000Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform,…
The sentiment is predominantly positive, with the CX-5 consistently praised for its reliability, premium interior feel, and engaging driving dynamics.
Owner insights cover all generations of the CX-5. See the full CX-5 owner picture and every model year.
Used CX-5 listings typically run $15,249–$25,378 across 2013 to 2026 model years.
Compare every CX-5 year side by side to see how 2018 ranks against the rest.