Mazda MAZDA5 owners have reported 24 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (21 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's ignition (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Ignition problems | |
| Instrument Panel problems | |
| Alternator/generator/regulator problems |
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 Read details...
2008 Mazda 5. Consumer writes in regards to systemic problems with vehicle transmission. The consumer stated the rear shock mounts and the oil assembly had to be repaired. The wheel rims corroded internally, allowing air to leak from the tires. The ignition switch and transmission failed. Read details...
On my 2010 Mazda 5 sport, the instrument panel lights up automatically when it is dark or dim outside. On previous years of this vehicle, and on all other vehicles I have ever driven, the instrument panel lights up only when the headlights are switched on. Read details...
While driving the car (approximately 35 miles per hour) there is a sudden loss of power, including loss of power steering. Car would not restart. We replaced alternator and had battery checked, which was working fine when the same problem occurred while driving on highway at 45 mph. Read details...