2022 Mazda CX-5 recalls and problems
No recalls and 65 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Mazda CX-5.
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2022 Mazda CX-5 recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
the windshield would not defrost causing visibility issues that was extremely hazardous. mazda found the cause as a evaporator core temperature sensor mazda had a tsb(0[phone removed]) nhtsa id number (10202689) regarding this known defect that they continued to install for 2+years in new vehicles. they redesigned the…
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…
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!
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…
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…
CX-5 model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 2 | 272 | 7 | 2 |
| 2020 | 0 | 108 | 10 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 148 | 10 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 65 | 5 | 2 |
| 2023 | 0 | 67 | 8 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 46 | 4 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 | 29 | 4 | 0 |
Across all years, the 2016 CX-5 has the most complaints (511). All Mazda CX-5 years →
Questions
- Does the 2022 Mazda CX-5 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2022 Mazda CX-5 as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Mazda CX-5?
- Owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is exterior lighting (23 complaints), followed by engine (13).
- How many 2022 Mazda CX-5 complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 5 of 65 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 9, 2026.