Timing Tensioner Problems of Mazda CX-5

Mazda CX-5 owners have reported 2 problems related to timing tensioner (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Mazda CX-5 based on all problems reported for the CX-5.

1 Timing Tensioner problem of the 2016 Mazda CX-5

Failure Date: 11/29/2020

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. With little effort I discovered that this is a well-known problem with this vehicle with many failing at around the 30k mile mark. Looks like a design flaw that Mazda USA is passing onto the consumer.

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2 Timing Tensioner problem of the 2018 Mazda CX-5

Failure Date: 08/01/2020

2018 Mazda Cx-5 grand touring. Alternator/ac serpentine belt tensioner leaks oil (its hydraulic) and if fails could cause belt to come off without warning and leave you stranded. Dealership indicates this is not warranted.

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Other Common Engine And Engine Cooling related problems of Mazda CX-5

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Engine And Engine Cooling problems	88
Check Engine Light On problems	17
Engine Noise problems	6
Car Stall problems	6
Engine Oil Leaking problems	5
Loud Engine Noise problems	3
Engine Shut Off Without Warning problems	3
Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problems	3
Timing Tensioner problems	2
Engine Failure problems	2

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