2007 Mazda Mazda5 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (17) · Suspension (6) · Tires (5)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
53 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Steering:electric Power Assist System 2010-08-12 · campaign 10V374000 · 215,000 vehicles
Defect: MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 MAZDA3 AND MAZDA5 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 2, 2007 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2008. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST COULD OCCUR AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE.
Risk: POWER STEERING ASSIST IS SUDDENLY LOST REDUCING THE DRIVER'S ABILITY TO STEER THE VEHICLE AS TYPICALLY EXPECTED, AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: MAZDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND LINES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-222-5500.
Service bulletins (217)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-09-11 · SA-041-26a · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
description if you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, dtc(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal mgss diagnosis by asking if any aftermarket devices have been installed. aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical con
Unknown Or Other 2026-08-20 · SA-055-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
product quality information (pqi) description service information mt-041/12 is no longer valid. it has been unpublished and superseded by the field quality information report (fqir) reporting system.
Engine 2026-06-19 · SA-041-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this sa supersedes the previously issued sa(s) listed below. the changes are noted in red. sa-061/25 12/17/25 description if you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, dtc(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal mgss diagnosis by ask
Unknown Or Other 2026-04-21 · SA-029-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this service alert supersedes the previously issued sa listed below: the changes are noted in red. sa-011/24 02/12/24, 06/06/24, 07/29/24 description mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. mazda recommends dealers follow the sch
Electrical System 2025-12-17 · SA-061-25 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
if you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, dtc(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal mgss diagnosis by asking if any aftermarket devices have been installed. aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical concern. below
Unknown Or Other 2025-12-10 · 07-004-25a · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
a musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (a/c) system is operating. it is most noticeable when the a/c is first turned on. this odor is the result of mold growth in the a/c evaporator/cooling unit which is caused by condensation, dust, and pollen within the cooling
Showing the 6 most recent of 217 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-08-04 · Steering“my 2007 mazda5 power steering stopped worked abruptly while turning on a major highway. the sudden change in steering nearly caused an accident. i checked the odb reader for codes but none were present. then it happened again the next day in a similar situation, the power steering shut off but this time we were able to see the dash light for the po…”
2022-02-12 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 🔥 fire“i was driving my mazda 5 2007 in traffic when suddenly it burst into flames on the passenger side underneath the hood…”
2022-02-09 · Steering · 138,000 mi“the contact owns a 2007 mazda mazda5. the contact stated while driving at approximately 30 mph and approaching a traffic light, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. the contact drove to his residence however, it was difficult to turn the steering wheel. the contact stated that the abs and power steering warning lights were illuminated. …”
2020-12-08 · Structure:body · 129,000 mi“there is major leaking from multiple unknown sources, one place the water hides is in the spare tire wheel well and it was not evident at first as to why the car was molding on the inside. it has terrible microbial growth that is evident and i can only imagine what i cant see. the car to my knowledge has never been in any accident to cause this. ha…”
2020-05-02 · Unknown Or Other · 125,000 mi“the sunroof exploded while i was driving on freeway.…”
2019-10-29 · Structure:body · 203,000 mi“side sliding doors will open while driving, creating a safety hazard to passengers.…”
2019-09-05 · Steering · 98,000 mi“sudden power steering loss while driving on an entry ramp of a highway, accompanied by illumination of multiple lights on the dashboard. steering loss occurred while vehicle steering wheel was turned and vehicle was in motion and preparing to merge onto highway. steering wheel suddenly and violently jerked from my hands, causing the vehicle to stee…”
2018-02-08 · Unknown Or Other · 75,000 mi“the sliding doors seem to be frozen and they will not latch properly. one day while my daughters were in the car with me the doors slid open after i drove away and they thought they had closed the doors. the other two days the door did not slide open but the light indicated the door was open but we hadn't used the doors we only unlocked them.…”
2017-10-05 · Steering · 114,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda 5. while driving 15 mph, the steering wheel failed to return to its original position and straighten the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. a dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the c…”
2017-04-20 · Steering · 104,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda 5. while driving 30 mph, the steering wheel became inoperable and the steering wheel indicator illuminated. the contact pulled over and restarted the vehicle, but the failure seized. the failure recurred numerous times. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering pump fail…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.