2016 Mazda CX-5 Mazda CX-5 2016

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2016 Mazda CX-5 repairs by problem area

Engine (10%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (4%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (38%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (23%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 164 repairs.
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2016 Mazda CX-5 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (56%)

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Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

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

80600 mi Replaced the EGR valve but the engine light is still on. Repairer intends to clean manifold due to build up. 
85560 mi

A $553
Replace oil switch 

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2016 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

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

18000 mi

US $440
replace belt tensioner 
42000 mi Belt tensioner leaking. Repair recommended. Repair not done yet. 
7000 mi Engine fuel evaporative valve stuck closed causing CEL. Dealership replaced purge valve. 
27330 mi

US $100
Belt tensioner leaking fluid 

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2016 Mazda CX-5 4dr SUV

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

The check engine light came on, and I took the car to the dealership. They "reflashed" something and I was on my way. 
201500 mi

C $200
Drive belt broke 
2500 mi Check Engine Soon Light came out twice within one month. PC module was replaced. 
18100 mi Check Engine Light came back on. Dealer replaced the oxygen sensor. Check engine light came back on a few days after the oxygen sensor was replaced on 10/11. Took it back to the dealer on 10/23. Dealer checked for codes. PO137, P2096. Rear oxygen sensor low voltage. Post cat lean. Checked wiring from rear oxygen sensor to PCM. Wiring was good. Monitored fuel trims - good.. Swap engine. No vacuum leaks found. Checked fuel pressure - good. Advised to try different source of fuel. Didn't work. Light has come back on. 
34000 mi Check Engine Light was on again. Dealership technician said the oxygen sensor should be replaced. They still cannot figure out what triggers the check engine light on so very often. Dealership replaced the oxygen sensor one more time, the check engine light came on again just in three days after the replacement. Returned the vehicle to the dealership at the end of the lease. 
83000 mi

US $450
Muffler rereplaced 
23000 mi Fuel filler neck modification recall. Bolt removed from filler neck to prevent possible fire in the event of a crash. 
83000 mi

US $150
Replaced leaking hydraulic belt tensioner 
50220 mi

C $400
Coil failed on cylinder 1. 
23000 mi Threw check engine light. Fault was cleared by dealer 

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2016 Mazda CX-5 Engine Problems

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