Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 88/100 (EXCELLENT)

2026 Mazda 5 Reliability Report

The 2026 Mazda 5 rates excellent for reliability, with no complaints or recalls on file, but its yearly repair costs run above its class.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

$581

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs80/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Buy

Top-ranked of nine scored Mazda 5 years, with no complaints or recalls so far, though its short time on the road explains part of that.

Should You Buy the 2026 Mazda 5?

Reliability for this year is excellent. It is above average among 2026 sedans and the best of the nine scored Mazda 5 model years. The 2025 model is still good but rates worse, with 42 owner complaints and 5 recalls on file. Federal crash testing gives the 5 a full five out of five stars.

Owners have filed no complaints, and federal recall records show no recalls, so there is no known failure to describe. Part of that is timing, since a model year this new has had little time to collect filings. Cost is the one weak spot. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly repairs across the model at $581, against $526 for the class.

Before buying, run the VIN for open recalls and ask for service records. If you look at a 2025 to save money, ask for proof that its 5 recalls were completed.

See also the 2025 Mazda 5 for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Strong reliability score
+Low major repair risk (10%)
+No recalls issued
+Low complaint frequency
+5-star NHTSA crash rating

Cons

−Above-average repair costs for its class

Compare 2026 Mazda 5 With

2026 Mazda 3

Reliability: 84/100

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2026 Subaru Impreza

Reliability: 81/100

Excellent

2026 Volkswagen Jetta

Reliability: 88/100

Excellent

2026 Toyota Prius

Reliability: 84/100

Excellent

2026 BMW 2 Series

Reliability: 70/100

Good

Recall Overview

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2026 Mazda 5 — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2026 Mazda 5? Check its history first

Every 2026 Mazda 5 has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2026 Mazda 5 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 10.1%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (None)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Driver Monitoring System (No)Automatic High Beams (Standard)

Gas / HEV Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (None)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (No)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Driver Monitoring System (No)Automatic High Beams (Standard)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Mazda 5Repair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$581

vs $526 avg for compact cars

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.4

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

10%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

$581

Category Avg

$526

All Vehicles

$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Best & Worst Mazda 5 Years

Best Mazda 5 Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Excellent

Mazda 5 Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Mazda 5 reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	72/100	Good
2019	72/100	Good
2020	75/100	Good
2021	78/100	Good
2022	83/100	Excellent
2023	78/100	Good
2024	75/100	Good
2025	75/100	Good
2026	88/100	Excellent

Mazda 5 Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026(selected)	88/100	+13	Excellent	0	0
2025	75/100	0	Good	5	42
2024	75/100	-3	Good	5	70
2023	78/100	-5	Good	3	68
2022	83/100	+5	Excellent	1	79
2021	78/100	+3	Good	3	180
2020	75/100	+3	Good	5	127
2019	72/100	0	Good	12	325
2018	72/100	—	Good	10	423

2026 Mazda 5 Reliability by Powertrain

The 2026 Mazda 5 is available with 2powertrain options. Here's how they compare on reliability.

Reliability comparison across powertrain options
Powertrain	Complaints	Recalls	Incidents*	Crash Rating
Gas	0	0	0	5 out of 5
Gas / HEV	0	0	0	5 out of 5
Total	0	0	0

NHTSA tracks complaints by vehicle configuration when that detail is available. Model-level reports that do not identify a specific powertrain are included in Total but not assigned to a row. A plus sign indicates a confirmed minimum; — means no complaints could be attributed to that specific powertrain. N/T = Not tested by NHTSA.

* Incidents = crash + fire reports. A single complaint can include multiple incident types.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 Mazda 5 reliable?

Yes, its reliability standing is excellent. It is above average among 2026 sedans and the best of the nine scored Mazda 5 years. No owner complaints or recalls are on file, though a year this new has had little time to collect them.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Mazda 5?

None are on record yet. Owners have filed no complaints for this year, so there is no pattern of symptoms to report. Because the year is new, check back as more filings arrive, and ask the seller for service records on any car you consider.

Does the 2026 Mazda 5 have any recalls?

No. Federal recall records list zero recalls for this model year. You should still run the VIN through a recall lookup before buying, since a specific car could have new notices or other records that apply to it.

How much does the 2026 Mazda 5 cost to repair?

Independent repair-cost data estimates $581 a year across the model. That is higher than the $526 typical for its class. The figure covers the Mazda 5 as a whole, not only the 2026 model year.

Is the 2026 Mazda 5 better than the 2025 Mazda 5?

On the record, yes. The 2026 has an excellent standing with no complaints or recalls. The 2025 is good but rates worse, with 42 complaints and 5 recalls. The 2026 is newer, so its record is shorter.

Don’t buy a 2026 Mazda 5 without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2026 Mazda 5

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2026 Mazda 5 does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (80/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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