Does the 2008 Mazda MAZDA5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Mazda MAZDA5, the most recent reported on August 12, 2010 (Steering: electric power assist system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mazda MAZDA5?

Owners have filed 67 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (37 complaints), followed by suspension (9).

How many 2008 Mazda MAZDA5 complaints mention a crash or fire?

4 of 67 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2008 Mazda MAZDA5 recalls and problems

1 recall and 67 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2008 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.

2008 Mazda MAZDA5 recalls

Steering: electric power assist system

NHTSA campaign 10V374000 · reported August 12, 2010 · MAZDA MOTOR CORP · 215,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mazda is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 mazda3 and mazda5 vehicles manufactured from april 2, 2007 through november 30, 2008. These vehicles may have a condition in which a sudden loss of power steering assist could occur at any time while driving the vehicle.
The risk: Power steering assist is suddenly lost reducing the driver's ability to steer the vehicle as typically expected, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump and lines free of charge. The safety recall began on september 15, 2010. Owners may contact mazda customer assistance center at 1-800-222-5500.

Most reported problems

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

Steering37
Suspension9
Tires7
Structure5
Electrical system4
Power train4
Engine3
Visibility3
Wheels3
Air bags2

What owners report

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

Apr 30, 2024 · Electrical system
Mazda 5 power steering system fails intermittently. The power steering light comes on and steering becomes extremely difficult to steer. Occasionally, the check engine comes on as well and the engine stalls making the situation Also vibration in the steering wheel, and when I mean, the steering logs all the way up it…

Feb 2, 2022 · Steering
Mazda 5 power steering system fails intermittently. The power steering light comes on and steering becomes extremely difficult to steer. Occasionally, the check engine comes on as well and the engine stalls making the situation even more dangerous. The Mazda 5 is available for inspection upon request. My daughters…

Sep 1, 2021 · Tires
We bought 4 of these tires 1/23/2018. The first failed within 3 months (passenger rear). The tire distributor no longer carried them, so we fit the next best ... a different Primewell. Now, the driver side front tire has developed a bulge where the tread and sidewall meet - similar to the first failure. We cannot…

Aug 6, 2019 · Steering · 179,889 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MAZDA 5. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE POWER STEERING ASSIST LOST CONTROL AND ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS BRIEFLY ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: [phone removed]. THE…

May 17, 2019 · Air bags · 149,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MAZDA 5. WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 149,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

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
2010	1	57	2	1
2011	0	1	0	0

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

Questions

Does the 2008 Mazda MAZDA5 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Mazda MAZDA5, the most recent reported on August 12, 2010 (Steering: electric power assist system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mazda MAZDA5?: Owners have filed 67 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (37 complaints), followed by suspension (9).
How many 2008 Mazda MAZDA5 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 67 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 30, 2024.