Mazda 5: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 6,241 Mazda 5 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2005 and 2015.
In a sample of 396 cars, 76.5% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is number plate light not working (properly) / missing (21% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 3 recalls for this model; 21.7% of registered cars still have an open recall.
2.8% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 21% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 20.5% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 17.4% |
| Exhaust not gas-tight / exhaust gases discharged unsafely | 15.9% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 13.1% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 12.9% |
| Tyre damaged | 11.1% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 8.8% |
| Stub axle (kingpin) has too much play | 7.6% |
| Brake hose damaged, reinforcement visible | 4.5% |
Share of 396 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 11.6% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 8.1% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 3.5% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 2.8% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 6,241 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 21.7% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2.8% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2005 to 2015 |
All Mazda 5 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-05-31 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | – | 26,894 |
| 2017-05-03 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 8,517 |
| 2013-03-25 | electrical system | – | 184 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Mazda 5 fail the APK?
In a sample of 396 cars first registered 2012–2021, 76.5% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Mazda 5?
The most common APK defects are: number plate light not working (properly) / missing (21%), tyre tread depth insufficient (20.5%), position light not working (properly) (17.4%).
Does the Mazda 5 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 3 recalls. 21.7% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Mazda models
CX-5 · 2 · 3 · CX-3 · 6 · CX-30 · MX-5 · CX-60 · MX-30 · Demio
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.