Table 1 shows seven common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2016 Mazda CX-5. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (29 problems). The second most common problem is related to the crankcase (pcv) (two problems).
Vehicle was taken to an authorized Mazda dealership for 60,000-mile service; coolant system drained and refilled. Immediately after service, check engine light illuminated (p011a – engine coolant temperature sensor correlation issue). Read details...
The car engine is eating oil. There were no warning lights on the dash to indicate this. I happened to check the oil and it was 3 quarts low. This could have caused the engine to malfunction while driving if not caught in time. This started around 70k miles. Read details...
During a routine inspection by the dealer following an oil change the mechanic discovered that the drive belt tensioner had begun to leak and if not replaced (at $400) will cause the engine to fail and will strand motorist. Current mileage 53, 824. Read details...