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JM3KFBDL2H0••••••2017 Mazda CX-5
This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2017 Mazda CX-5 build (6 vs 3).
6on this build
147on the model
50builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 3Service Brakes 1Structure 1Visibility/wiper 1
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemNov 2022
I have made carmax aware of the issue I was driving on the interstate in PA, when out of nowhere the check engine light turned on and the car stalled and stopped working the speedometer went down drastically almost causing me to get into a car accident, I was able to continue…
Visibility/wiperOct 2021
Windshield wiper stopped working all of a sudden
StructureJul 2020
Red paint chips extremely easily. Have had this car for less than one year and driven less than 5,000 miles but have lots of chips on the hood, fenders, roof and doors. Given this paint is an extra charge I would not expect this. Drove my previous vehicle for 10 years and didn't…
Service BrakesJun 2019
Rotors began showing signs of irregular wearing at 15k miles, causing the vehicle to shake uncontrollably when braking. The dealership indicated that this was normal wear and tear and inclement weather. However, there is a vast number of reports online with identical issues,…
Electrical SystemJan 2020
Codes appear on the dashboard showing brake dysfunction, smart brake system disabled, master errors, and multiple other error messages. Navigation turns on by itself and flashes and moves or changes locations. The vehicle will brake by itself while driving on the freeway when…
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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 JM3KFBDL2H0185694 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.