Mazda CX-5: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 51,710 Mazda CX-5 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2012 and 2026.
In a sample of 398 cars, 52.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, about as often as average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (11.8% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 11 recalls for this model; 0.5% of registered cars still have an open recall.
0.8% 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 |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 11.8% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 10.1% |
| Stub axle (kingpin) has too much play | 9.5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 8.5% |
| Steering dust boot damaged, not sealing | 8.3% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 8% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 6.5% |
| Steering ball joint has too much play | 6% |
| Brake lining carrier/fixing touches drum or disc | 5.3% |
| Tyre damaged | 4.3% |
Share of 398 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 | 9.3% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 4.3% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 3.8% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 51,710 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.5% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 0.8% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2012 to 2026 |
All Mazda CX-5 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-12-30 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 1,697 |
| 2020-04-06 | lights | – | 2,973 |
| 2019-08-08 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 939 |
| 2019-07-01 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 4,568 |
| 2018-11-05 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 2,207 |
| 2018-11-05 | other | serious | 1,161 |
| 2018-11-05 | other | serious | 46 |
| 2017-05-31 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | – | 26,894 |
| 2016-06-16 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 861 |
| 2015-03-25 | brakes | serious | 1,262 |
| 2013-11-11 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 641 |
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 CX-5 fail the APK?
In a sample of 398 cars first registered 2012–2021, 52.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Mazda CX-5?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (11.8%), tyre tread depth insufficient (10.1%), stub axle (kingpin) has too much play (9.5%).
Does the Mazda CX-5 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 11 recalls. 0.5% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Mazda models
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.