Does the 2006 Mazda MAZDA5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Mazda MAZDA5, the most recent reported on December 4, 2006 (Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mazda MAZDA5?

Owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (20 complaints), followed by tires (18).

How many 2006 Mazda MAZDA5 complaints mention a crash or fire?

5 of 78 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2006 Mazda MAZDA5 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 78 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Mazda MAZDA5.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

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.

2006 Mazda MAZDA5 recalls

Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch

NHTSA campaign 06V463000 · reported December 4, 2006 · MAZDA MOTOR CORP · 9,800 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger vehicles currently registered in the following states: alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, montana, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin,and wyoming. The side door latch mechanisms may experience water intrusion allowing the latch mechanism to freeze in cold weather.
The risk: As a result, when the door is opened the door latch pawl may remain in the open position resulting in the door not being able to be closed and latched. If the vehicle is operated with an open door it may allow an unbelted occupant to be ejected from the vehicle which could result in injury or death.
The fix: Dealers will replace the sliding door latches with modified latches. The recall began on december 18, 2006. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system

NHTSA campaign 05V412000 · reported September 19, 2005 · MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS · 7,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, a heat buildup in the exhaust system can occur.
The risk: This condition could result in a fire.
The fix: Mazda instructed owners (september 16, 2005) to bring in their vehicles and will be given a rental or loaner vehicle at no cost while mazda repairs these vehicles. The recall began on october 26, 2005. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Suspension20
Tires18
Steering10
Engine and engine cooling9
Structure6
Latches/locks/linkages5
Service brakes, hydraulic4
Electrical system3
Parking brake3
Power train3

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 11, 2019 · Service brakes, hydraulic
THERE ARE TWO SAFETY ISSUES WITH THIS MINI VAN. THE FIRST ONE IS FOR THE DOOR HANDLES/LATCHES ON THE BACK SLIDING DOORS ON DRIVERS AND PASSENGER SIDE. THERE WAS A RECALL FOR IT AND APPARENTLY IT WAS FIXED IN 2009 BUT HAS BEEN A PROBLEM AGAIN THAT IS GETTING WORSE. WHEN I TRY TO OPEN THE DOOR TO GET MY CHILD OUT THE…

Feb 11, 2019 · Electronic stability control (ESC) · 125,000 miles
INTERMITTENT LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING. LOSS OF STEERING CAPABILITY AS WELL. THE LOSS IS SUDDEN AND CAUSES THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AS STEERING BECOMES EXTREMELY DIFFICULT. THIS IS DANGEROUS. I ALMOST RAN OFF THE ROAD ONCE AND HIT A MEDIAN ON ANOTHER OCCASION. ITS LIKE A TIME BOMB, YOU NEVER KNOW…

Nov 15, 2018 · Service brakes · 25 miles
BRAKE PEDAL SPONGY AFTER ABS SYSTEM ACTIVATED,SEEM LIKE ABS CONTROL UNIT FAULT PUMP AIR IN BRAKE SYSTEM.IT IS A SAFETY ISSUES WITH A LOT OF MAZDA MODEL.MAZDA HAD TO DO SOME BEFORE SOMETHING BAD,ACCIDENT HAPPENS

Nov 13, 2018 · Structure · 136,000 miles
WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY MY DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR FLEW OPEN WITH MY 5 AND 3 YEAR OLD IN THE CAR. WHEN I PULLED OVER AND TRIED TO CLOSE IT I COULD SEE THAT THE LATCH WAS FROZEN OPEN. I COULD NOT GET IT TO LATCH AGAIN UNTIL THE TEMPERATURE HAD BEEN WARMER FOR HALF THE DAY. IT HAS BEEN COLDER THAT 25 DEGREES FOR…

May 29, 2018 · Structure · 10 miles · fire reported
I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE, MADE A U TURN AND SUDDENLY ALL LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD WENT OFF AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO TURN ON AND OFF WITH NO KEY IN THE IGNITION AND CAUGHT FIRE. I HAD PARKED THE VEHICLE ON THE SIDE ROAD ON A CITY STREET.

MAZDA5 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2006	2	78	5	2
2007	1	61	3	2
2008	1	67	4	1
2009	2	64	4	2

Across all years, the 2006 MAZDA5 has the most complaints (78). All Mazda MAZDA5 years →

Questions

Does the 2006 Mazda MAZDA5 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Mazda MAZDA5, the most recent reported on December 4, 2006 (Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mazda MAZDA5?: Owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (20 complaints), followed by tires (18).
How many 2006 Mazda MAZDA5 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 5 of 78 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 11, 2019.