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Similar activityRecall counts are similar.
Compare two vehicles
Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.
More complaint activity
2024 Mazda CX-5has more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
Similar activityOpen investigation counts are similar.
Lower estimated fuel cost
2024 Mazda CX-5may cost less to fuel.
Short answer: CX-5 has more complaint activity, CX-5 has more severity reports and CX-5 has the lower fuel-cost estimate. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.
| Record | 2025 Mazda CX-5 | 2024 Mazda CX-5 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Total complaints | 20 | 37 | CX-5 has 17 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 3 / 0 / 3 / 0 | 4 / 1 / 2 / 0 | CX-5 has 1 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Open investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Manufacturer communications | 185 | 244 | CX-5 has 59 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Warranty programs | 14 | 14 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 6 | 0 | CX-5 has 6 more service campaigns |
| Software notices | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | None listed | None listed | None listed |
| Latest complaint | May 21, 2026 | May 24, 2026 | CX-5 has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Similar focus |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 25 combined MPG | 28 combined MPG | Different |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $2,400 | $2,150 | CX-5 about $250 less |
| Safety-rating records | 1 | 1 | Similar |