Two problems related to automatic emergency braking have been reported for the 2023 Mazda CX-5. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2023 Mazda CX-5 based on all problems reported for the 2023 CX-5.
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - Smart brake support (sbs) & forward obstruction warning system malfunctioned. Front radar sensor malfunctioned. Parking brake malfunctioned. I-activesense system malfunctioned. Emergency lane keep disabled. Dynamic stability control malfunctioned. Traction control system not operating correctly. Anti-lock brake system (abs) malfunctioned. Brake system not responding. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? in total 10 malfunctions led to brake not responding and could not stop the car and resulted into a car accident. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? no has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? police report from car accident states brake malfunction. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? car was totally fine until all 10 error messages appeared on Jan. 17th 2026 12:42-12:43pm and immediately the brake system did not respond and resulted in the car accident. **important** police report documented that the officer on scene is a witness of the car dashboard shows “brake malfunction”.
Autobraking activates randomly. Mazda scans codes and returns the vehicle. They have refused to service or disable the system. Nhtsa laws are dangerous and this tech is not ready for road use. Avoid Mazda at all costs!.
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