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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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JM3KFBDM0J0••••••2018 Mazda CX-5
This build draws 2.7× more complaints than the average 2018 Mazda CX-5 build (5 vs 2).
5on this build
113on the model
60builds in total
Most reportedEngine 4Power Train 2Forward Collision Avoidance 1
What owners of this build wrote
Power TrainApr 2026
Upon acceleration it’s not shifting gears properly. The rpm’s rev but the vehicle doesn’t go faster. Traffic behind me continued to accelerate to where i was concerned about being rear ended. I Have not taken it to anyone yet..it has done this a couple of times. Even though it’s…
EngineFeb 2026
I am reporting a safety issue involving engine failure and fumes entering the vehicle cabin as well as unintended braking post major engine repair at 75,000 miles on my 2018 Mazda CX5. My vehicle developed engine problems consistent with a cylinder head/coolant defect and began…
EngineJun 2025
I own a 2018 Mazda CX-5. I currently have 64,770 miles on the car. I have had a burning smell and smoke coming from the engine. The car was taken to the dealer (John Kennedy Mazda Conshohocken) and I was told it was fixed by replacing a gasket. The smell and smoke persisted. I…
EngineNov 2024
We are a senior citizen couple driving this 2018 Mazda. Went out to garage to find a significant size area of oil spillage on the floor. The car has just over 25,000 as we are low mileage drivers. Took to a mechanic to find out it is a cracked head and oil is steaming out of the…
Power TrainApr 2024
Noticed an oil smell when driving the vehicle, slightly premature to when it was due for an oil change. Engine was emitting light blue smoke when parked after driving for more than 20 minutes. Took the car to a Mazda dealership to get serviced two days after noticing the issue…
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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 JM3KFBDM0J0372284 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.