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JM3KE4DY0G0••••••2016 Mazda CX-5
This build draws 2.9× more complaints than the average 2016 Mazda CX-5 build (18 vs 6).
18on this build
478on the model
76builds in total
Most reportedExterior Lighting 9Service Brakes 3Power Train 2Electrical System 2
What owners of this build wrote
EngineJun 2024
My daughter was driving her 2016 CX5 when the coolant temperature warning message displayed on the instrument panel, advising her to pull over immediately. She had just driven on to the expressway, but luckily was still in the right lane and was able to pull over safely. If she…
Exterior LightingAug 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that the daytime running lights were significantly dimmed while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V063000 (Exterior Lighting);…
Electrical SystemJul 2021
The component that failed was the CMU unit in my screen. I was unable to use Bluetooth and hands free driving which put my safety at risk and when driving at night the screen would light up, reboot, shut down, light up which was very distracting. I took it to the dealership…
Service BrakesFeb 2021
Vehicle has only 29,370 miles driven. The right rear brake lining has undue wear at 3 mm. The left rear brake lining measures 5-6 mm. During routine servicing the mazda technician discovered abnormal brake wear. Mazda dealership recommends replacement of both rear calipers.…
Parking BrakeOct 2018
The contact owns a 2016 mazda cx-5. When the vehicle was started, the brake and electric parking brake warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to joe myers mazda (713-587-9948, located at 16500 northwest fwy, houston, tx 77040) where it was diagnosed that the…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN JM3KE4DY0G0643774 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.