2022 Mazda CX-5 problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 64 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Mazda CX-5, most often about lighting. There are 0 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
64
Recalls
0
Crashes
5
Fires
2
Injuries
1
Median mileage
20,482 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Lighting is the most-reported problem area, named in 23 of 64 complaints (36%).
  • Engine (13) and electrical system (6) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 20,482 mi.
  • Owners reported 5 crashes, 2 fires and 1 injury.
  • It ranks 8th of 14 Mazda CX-5 model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 57% fewer complaints than the 2021 model year (148).

2022 Mazda CX-5 problems by category

  • Lighting
    23 complaints
  • Engine
    13 complaints
  • Other / Unknown
    10 complaints
  • Electrical System · 1 crash
    6 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    5 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    4 complaints
  • Brakes · 2 crashes
    4 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech · 3 crashes
    4 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    4 complaints
  • Body & Structure · 1 crash
    3 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    2 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    2 complaints
  • Airbags · 1 crash
    2 complaints
  • Steering
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Exterior lighting23
Engine13
Unknown or other9
Electrical system5
Power train5
Service brakes4
Fuel/propulsion system3
Structure:body3

When problems happen (mileage)

4Under 10k10k–30k230k–60k160k–100k100k–150k1150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2022 Mazda CX-5 complaints that list mileage.

2022 Mazda CX-5 recalls (0)

No recalls on file.

Recent 2022 Mazda CX-5 complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Oct 7, 202677,000 miNCVisibility & Wipers
    The contact owns a 2022 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was a loud banging sound coming from the above. The sun roof glass suddenly fractured into several pieces. The dealer was contacted and informed of the issue, however the vehicle was not taken to be repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the issue and referred the contact back to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.
    NHTSA complaint #11769635 · source
  2. Filed Aug 29, 2026OHOther / Unknown
    Uppababy markets their removable padding and fabric as washing machine friendly. Fabric was washed one time in the washer and the sharp Velcro stuck to the back of the fabric, ripping it. Brand new aria v2 car seat!
    NHTSA complaint #11760538 · source
  3. Filed Jun 23, 2026TXLighting
    Humming sound coming from driver’s side headlight as soon as unlock bottom pressed in key fob. This sound comes from a faulty cooling fan inside the headlight and is a known defect. Humming sound progressed to very slow pitch indicating that fan function is diminishing over time. Mazda will replace the headlight but required me to pay $200 toward it. This should be a recall with replacement at no cost to the consumer as they are aware of the defect.
    NHTSA complaint #11745931 · source
  4. Filed Jun 2, 2026OHLightingVisibility & Wipers
    The mechanical motor assembly inside the adaptive front-lighting headlamp unit has failed on my 2022 Mazda CX-5. This mechanical malfunction severely compromises nighttime driving illumination, creating a direct road hazard by reducing forward visibility during essential evening commutes. An initial repair and parts request was submitted to Mazda several months ago, but no corporate response or resolution was ever received. The vehicle and component are currently available…
    NHTSA complaint #11741454 · source
  5. Filed May 16, 2026MNEngine
    Timing chain cover ended up leaking oil everywhere. Was told this was a known issue with Mazda CX-5 and there was even a service bulletin out.
    NHTSA complaint #11738237 · source
  6. Filed May 7, 2026NYLighting
    My 2022 Mazda CX-5 Signature began producing a loud whirring/rattling noise from the driver-side front headlight assembly. After investigation, the noise was identified as coming from the internal cooling fan located inside the LED headlight unit. The cooling fan, which is integrated into the bi-LED headlamp assembly, appears to be failing prematurely due to bearing wear. This is a known widespread defect on 2019–2023 Mazda CX-5 models. Mazda has already issued Technical…
    NHTSA complaint #11736447 · source
  7. Filed Apr 27, 2026FLOther / Unknown
    Sunroof explosion while driving on the interstate and glass shards shot down on us. Sounded like a gunshot by head and it exploded.
    NHTSA complaint #11734137 · source
  8. Filed Apr 27, 202637,000 miPALighting
    The contact owns a 2022 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while driving at nighttime at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from the headlights. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with an unknown headlight fan bearing failure. The vehicle was not repaired because the warranty had expired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 37,000.
    NHTSA complaint #11734094 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology