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Mazda CX-5 repairs by problem area

Engine (12%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (22%)

Other (8%)

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Mazda CX-5 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (55%)

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2019 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

55800 mi

C $150
wheel bearing failed 

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2018 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

187-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

17000 mi wheel alignment 
28000 mi

US $189
alignment 

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2017 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

187-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

14000 mi Clicking noice at full steering lock. Dealer installed (missing?) shim in front suspension. 
1100 mi Steering wheel vibration at 50-70mph where wheel would physically vibrate/shake. Dealer road forced balanced tires. Steering wheel vibration at 50-70mph where wheel would physically vibrate/shake. Previous road force balance unsuccessful. Dealer replaced all four wheels and tires from another unit on the lot. 
1250 mi Steering wheel vibration at 50-70mph where wheel would physically vibrate/shake. Previous two attempts (road force balance and wheel/tire replacement) were unsuccessful. Dealer drove another new unit on the lot which exhibited similar symptoms. Dealer contacted Mazda technical help line to get an answer and was told symptoms are normal. Steering wheel still visibly shaking when driving in a straight line at a steady speed. 
2900 mi Filed lemon law claim regarding wheel vibration. Mazda Corporate inspected vehicle and determined the issue was still being caused by improperly balanced wheels. Rebalanced tires again and mostly resolved the issue however slight vibration still exists. 
13000 mi Dealer replaced lower control arm bushings per TSB due to knocking noise. 
19000 mi Suspension still making clunking/popping after sealer replaced lower control arm bushings. Replaced bushings again and performed a steering tsb 

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2017 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

187-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

1000 mi steering wheel as a little off center while driving in a straight line. Mechanic had me sit in the car and hold wheel where I wanted it, and made the slight adjustment. Probably wouldn't bother most people, but bothered me. 
51410 mi

US $149
Replaced both rear stabilizer end links because one broke. 
52940 mi

US $810
Rear shock worn . Replaced vehicle with upgraded struts and shocks. 
61590 mi

US $734
Both rear bearings replaced 

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2016 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Left entire springs, strut and assembly replace due to a squeaky noise when braking 

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2016 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

82000 mi

US $1400
As mentioned in a service bulletin, ball joint and control arm bushing wore out prematurely. I decided to replace both sides $800 for parts $700 labor 
101000 mi

US $100
Front passenger wheel bearing went out. Replaced with new bearing. 
133300 mi

C $1800
Bearing,  tie rods,  
68000 mi

US $120
Connecting rod [stabilizer bar link] 

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2015 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

125000 mi

US $700
Ball joint and sway bar link boot torn. Could have been my offroading contributed. 
92380 mi

C $150
4-wheel alignment 
97712 mi

C $400
Rear wheel Bearings making excessive noise, indicating bearing failure. R & R rear wheel hub/bearing units (left and right sides). 
43000 mi Full lock knocking when turning steering wheel in one direction. TSB know issue. 

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2015 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

109000 mi

US $1900
Sway car end replaces - broken 

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2014 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

5580 mi Knocking noise at the end of a full RHS lock 

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2014 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

22420 mi shock absorber had a leak detected on regular annual maintenance service, changed under warranty. 

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2014 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

1500 mi Car pulls heavily to the left. Steering wheel off center. 
4000 mi

US $80
Alignment. Car out of alignment from dealer work on steering wheel. According to Goodyear authorized shop the toe was out of specs. 
10000 mi

US $150
Alignment has been off since dealer did repairs on the steering wheel that was turned to the left. 
10000 mi Unable to drive due to bad alignment. Car constantly pulled to the left. Dealer refused repairs 

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2014 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

51445 mi

US $1832
Rear shocks had corroded and in danger of falling off car (not a mazda issue, this car does short trips in the rust belt). 
114000 mi

US $1500
replace worn sway bar links 
6000 mi Right rear shock failed. 
2500 mi reset the power steering after it failed 
8000 mi loss of power steering 
16740 mi dust boots cracked / blowed 
31000 mi Both front strut boots were torn. The dealer replaced the boots , no charge. 
96000 mi

US $500
wheel bearing 

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2014 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

11000 mi Tech was able to recreate clunking noise. Thought it was due to shredded strut boots on front suspension (both sides). Dealer also recommended completing a TSB that it found regarding noise from front of vehicle. 
11800 mi Strut boots replaced and TSB completed (replace front strut bearings). A couple days after repair, heard clunking noise again - problem not fixed. Over the next several weeks, clunking noise heard more often and got louder. 

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2014 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

47000 mi

US $300
Rear Spring broke at the bottom. Replaced both rear springs. There is a TSB on this issue for certain model years but Mazda doesn't cover it out of warranty or extend the warranty. First car I've ever had that had a spring break. 

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2014 Mazda CX-5 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

17980 mi Knocking sound on left suspension when car goes over road bumps at 40 kmh. Got absorber part replaced under warranty. No charge. 

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2013 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

20000 mi Tires showing uneven wear, verified alignment and that stock tires are not good tires. 
20460 mi suspension squeaks, TSB applied. 
37200 mi

C $250
Shock rear replaced 

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2013 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

40000 mi

US $20
Front left bearing noise. Shop blamed cupped tires. Will wait untill it really fails to take it there again. 
54000 mi It turned out that the noise was actually coming from the rear. Both rear wheel bearings required replacement. 

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2012.5 Mazda CX-5 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

24800 mi rear right shock absorber needed replacement. 

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