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Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2012 Mazda 5 owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
"When fueling, the gas pump doesn't know to stop filling it up and it sometimes overflows."
Anonymous, OH (2012 Mazda 5 Sport 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
"while driving at around 25 we went over an unexpected dip in the road at the same time we used the brakes, apparently an "air bubble"? entered the brake line causing the pedal to nearly to the floor. It has slowly come back to near normal. We will be changing out the fluid as a precautopn as the car has over 100K miles. Other than that it's been mostly fine."
Anonymous, CA (2012 Mazda 5 Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"Was found on inspection last November and had rotors replaced"
Anonymous, VA (2012 Mazda 5 Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"The rear left door won't close completely and it keeps killing the battery. We have not gotten this issue resolved yet."
Anonymous, NY (2012 Mazda 5 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
"The rear tailgate actuator broke. Unable to open the rear from the outside, had to remove a panel to get to the manual release. Dealer repaired, went out again under warranty."
Anonymous, IN (2012 Mazda 5 Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"Struts weak. Shock absorbers noisey."
Anonymous, (2012 Mazda 5 Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
"The transmission control unit was not working properly causing car to slam into lower gears and sometimes not shift into higher gears. It happened every time I drove it until I had it fixed about 2 weeks after I purchased it at auction."
Anonymous, CO (2012 Mazda 5 Sport 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
"Engine oil was found on the spark plugs due to a leak in the valve cover gasket and new gasket and spark plug seals and spark plugs were required, even though the spark plugs only had 50K wear on them."
Anonymous A., ON (2012 Mazda 5 Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
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"Valve gasket starting to leak. Will replace soon."
Anonymous A., FL (2012 Mazda 5 Grand Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)