Mazda Mazda5 Recalls

The Mazda Mazda5 has 7 recalls spanning the 2006–2015 model years, with the most serious being an exhaust heat buildup on 2006 models that can lead to a vehicle fire, even without any collision or mechanical impact triggering it.

The most recent recall affects 2012–2015 models and involves the rear liftgate: the gas struts that hold it open can weaken over time, allowing the liftgate to fall unexpectedly and strike someone standing behind the vehicle.

On 2009–2010 models, moisture left in the fuel pump wiring connector during assembly can corrode and break the connector pin, causing the fuel pump to stop working, the engine to stall, and the vehicle to be unable to restart.

The 2006 model year carries three separate issues. The exhaust fire risk noted in the lead stems from the engine computer's behavior at high engine speeds combined with insufficient insulation around the muffler, allowing heat to build to dangerous levels. Separately, the sliding door latch on 2006 models can trap water that freezes in cold weather, preventing the door from latching securely and allowing it to slide open while driving. There is also a door latch issue on 2006 vehicles registered in northern and midwestern states where corrosion causes the latch pawl to stick open, leaving the door unable to close and latch at all.