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2007 Mazda Mazda5 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 79 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.7 times the median Mazda5 year — the 2007 model ranks #4 of 11 Mazda5 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Steering leads the complaint categories with 22 reports (28% of the total).

79

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Mazda5 years?

Mazda5 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted103 complaints2006: 103 complaints2007: 79 complaints2008: 86 complaints2009: 81 complaints2010: 72 complaints2011: 2 complaints2012: 47 complaints2013: 35 complaints2014: 16 complaints2015: 9 complaints2016: 2 complaints
Mazda5 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Mazda Mazda5 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Steering2228%
Suspension1215%
Tires & Wheels810%
Engine68%
Transmission56%
Other45%
Electrical System45%
Body & Structure45%
Brakes34%
Airbags34%
Seat Belts23%
Latches & Locks23%
Speed Control23%
Lighting11%
Fuel System11%

Does the 2007 Mazda Mazda5 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

10V374000SteeringAugust 12, 2010 · 215,000 units

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

09E011000OtherApril 2, 2009 · 2,323 units

Defect

THULE, INC. IS RECALLING 2,323 OWNER-INSTALLED ROOF-MOUNTED FIT KITS, MODELS 3068 AND 3069, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2008 AND FEBRUARY 28, 2009 THAT ARE USED WITH THULE PODIUM FOOT PACKS, MODELS 460 AND 460R. THESE FIT KITS WERE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BOLT(S) USED TO SECURE THE FOOT TO THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED TO A HARDNESS THAT MAY CAUSE THE BOLT(S) TO BE BRITTLE AND POTENTIALLY BREAK UNDER STRESS.

Consequence

THIS MAY RESULT IN THE BOLT(S) SNAPPING OFF DURING USE OR WITHOUT A LOAD. THE UNSECURED RACK AND LOAD CAN THEN COME LOOSE WHILE DRIVING CREATING A POTENTIAL ROAD HAZARD, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

THULE WILL MAIL A RETRO FIT KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS TO OWNERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE APRIL 13, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THULE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-238-2388.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 MAZDA 5. THE CONTACT WAS ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE LANES WHILE DRIVING AT 77 MPH WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME UNRESPONSIVE. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE PROCEEDED OFF THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO SEVERAL TREES BEFORE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · July 19, 2010 · crash

“SQUEAKY NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR, PROBABLY CAUSED BY SUSPENSION. FROM WHAT I READ ONLINE I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE HAVING THIS ISSUE. HTTP://TOWNHALL-TALK.EDMUNDS.COM/DIRECT/VIEW/.F0FE2DA/153 HTTP://WWW.MPVCLUB.COM/TSB.PHP?ID=189. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · January 1, 2009

“NOTICED SIDEWALL CRACKS RANGING FROM ONE TO FIVE INCHES ON THREE OF FOUR TIRES (THE REMAINING ONE TIRE WAS A REPLACEMENT FOR A PREVIOUS TIRE WITH SIDEWALL FAILURE. ONE TIRE HAS CONSISTENTLY BEEN A PROBLEM WITH LOSING AIR. TIRE WAS RESET WITH BEAD SEAL PREVIOUSLY, STILL SEEMED TO BE LOSING AIR, AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · May 29, 2013

“CAR STOPS RUNNING WITH NO FAULT APPEARING. HAPPENED AT ABOUT 17000 MILES. COMPUTER (PCM) REPLACED. HAPPENED AGAIN AT 70000 MILES. PCM REPLACED. DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. DEALER HAS HAD CAR OVER 5 WEEKS. CAN NOT DETERMINE FAULT. CAR IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. EACH EVENT HAPPENS REPEATEDLY ON HIGHWAY.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 26, 2015

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA MAZDA5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE BEYOND 15 MPH. THE CONTACT HAD TO SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE FOR A FEW MOMENTS IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO BEGIN TO PERFORM NORMALLY. THE DEALER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · August 1, 2011

2007 Mazda Mazda5 — common questions

Is the 2007 Mazda Mazda5 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 79 complaints put the 2007 model at #4 of 11 Mazda5 years. It is one of the Mazda5 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2007 Mazda5 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are steering (22 complaints), suspension (12 complaints), tires & wheels (8 complaints).

Does the 2007 Mazda Mazda5 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Mazda Mazda5. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2007 Mazda Mazda5 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Mazda Mazda5 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Mazda5 years to avoid are 2006, 2008, 2009, 2007, 2010. The cleanest record among Mazda5 years belongs to 2016.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.