Mazda CX-5 owners have reported 33 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (29 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension control arm (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Suspension problems | |
| Front Suspension Control Arm problems | |
| Suspension Noise problems | |
| Ball Joint problems |
After vehicle has been parked for awhile, for example over night, there is a popping sound or clunking from front of vehicle after moving vehicle and applying brakes at first stop. Noise has been there since 2024. Popping, clunking sound only when when vehicle parked again. Read details...
There was a thumping sound coming from the right front wheel, at slow speeds on a dirt road. When I took the car to the repair shop I was told that the bushings, lower control arms and struts needed to be replaced. Read details...
Rattle/ knocking sound as front suspension moves up/down. Noise comes from around the upper front struts. This sound can is be heard clearer at highway speeds. Read details...
1550 miles on my Mazda cx 5. After picking my car up from marin Mazda from supposedly being repaired I am driving home when the same resistance problem I took it in for happens again. Feels like I am towing a very large tractor all the way home. Read details...