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2006 Mazda Mazda5 Problems and Repair Histories

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2006 Mazda Mazda5 38 Mazda5s, 9.2 months of data per Mazda5, average 69300 miles

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2006 Mazda Mazda5

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Mazda Mazda5 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2012 89000   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 91000 450 Rotors front and back replaced 

 

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2006 Mazda Mazda5 4dr Minivan

157-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Mazda Mazda5 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 1000   First odometer entry
Jul 2008 1000 0 Engine stumble at low speed- reflashed pcm 
Mar 2013 2000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 21000   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 35000 350 Needed brake pads. Car was shaking upon braking 
Feb 2010 57000 400 Thumping from front end. One rear shock, one front shock blown. Brother replaced rear and front shocks and struts for me, along with all of the bushings to eliminate a squeak. 
Aug 2010 62000 1100 Air conditioner compressor and clutch bad and replaced 
Sep 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 10000   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 22000 0 Replace suspension bushings for creaking going over bumps. 
Sep 2008 24000 0 Clunking noise from front suspension. Ordered parts to replace front sway bar bushings per TSB 02-001/08. Also upper rear spring perch coming out. Replaced front sway bar bushings and grinded upper spring perch per tsb 02-001/08 
Dec 2009 38000 0 Creaking, squeaking noise from suspension, particularly bad over bumps, but sometimes even just driving straight, particularly with people in back. Partially repaired by changing suspension bushings. (Ordered new shocks for full repair.) Replaced shocks (I think just rear shocks), which seems to have fixed the problem. 
Mar 2010 39000 0 Clunking, rattling noise from front left suspension 
Aug 2012 56300 600 Rattling noise in front suspension. Replaced sway bar bushings (front & rear), front end links, and rear shocks. Rear shock mount was partially damaged before, and broke worse once car was on a lift, necessitating replacement. 
Mar 2013 62000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 40300   First odometer entry
Mar 2008 52080 0 Shock absorber leaking fluid - replaced. 
Aug 2008 60760 0 Passenger side slider doesn't unlock properly - attempted fix worked for a time and now is broken again. 
Sep 2008 62620 200 Engine mount leaking fluid. 
Mar 2010 93620 750 All four shock absorbers had to be replaced - even the one replaced under warranty 
Jan 2011 105400 200 Front struts clunking badly 
Sep 2012 124000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Utah, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 27000   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 53000 427 AC compressor seized - replaced compressor. Front struts leaking - replaced both. 
Dec 2012 62000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 27000   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 28000 0 Bought car used - came with broken window switches in both rear doors. Replaced under warranty. Both door actuators had failed. TSB issued, and was discovered through owner-initiated research. Replaced under warranty. Rear suspension knocking over bumps. Owner-initiated research revealed a TSB. Repaired under warranty. 
Jun 2009 30000 0 A/C not sufficiently cold, told w/i parameters 
Dec 2009 34000 0 Tailgate visor on '06-'07 models tends to crack above hinges. Mazda offers free replacement of entire tailgate as part of warranty. Tailgate comes unpainted w/o glass, so paint shop needs vehicle to match paint before install. 
Apr 2010 36000 0 Electric PS pump failing. Began loud constant whine in February, dealer ordered parts end of March. Replaced in April. 
Sep 2011 48000 84 OE shocks/struts are POS. Replaced failed LR shock & failing RR shock in driveway. Also oil change at same time. 
Oct 2011 49000 442 Replaced front struts, performed alignment. 
Dec 2012 58000 50 2006 Mazda5 has legendary bad sway bushings. Front bushings been bad since 40,000 mi: evidenced by loud knocks when going over uneven surfaces. Neglect wore out end links. Replaced end links and sway bar bushings with aftermarket. All good. 
Mar 2013 60000 30 Got CEL, diagnostic at the dealer said bad thermostat. Cheapest OEM Tstat $50+shipping, chose aftermarket part for $30. Part removal requires access to top and bottom of engine compartment, scrapes your forearms. 

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 61000   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 73000 200 Rear wheels out of alignment, tires worn on inside. The upper control arms were replaced with adjustable arms and a rear alignment was done. 
Jan 2013 115000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2009 40000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 41000 0 Mazda navigation is out-of-sync. Periodically provides incorrect routes and plots vehicle several miles from actual location. Dealer could not replicate but I have photographed and videotaped problem and just need to find time to reschedule. Annoyed. 
Mar 2010 51000 0 Rear wiper dropped out of alignment. Took to dealer and they readjusted on the spot. Also replaced defective ship knob. 
Sep 2011 66000 350 Front brake pads + rotors 

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 77500   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 81220 0 knocking/clunking sound changing gears 1-2nd only 
Apr 2011 88660 2000 Loose or worn torsion bar Replaced pads and rotors 
Jan 2013 130200   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Arkansas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 50000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 51000 200 replaced motor mount 
Dec 2010 56000 600 replaced front struts due to right front strut leaking 
Jun 2011 62000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2007 14260   First odometer entry
Jan 2009 39060 0 Squeaky front suspension when temperatures below freezing (bushings replaced). 
Mar 2009 42160 0 Squeaky suspension bushings, front and back. 
May 2009 43400 0 Noisy rear shocks replaced 
Sep 2009 49600 0 Engine mount replaced 
Aug 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 16000   First odometer entry
Jul 2008 19000 0 15k maintenance + engine stumble while light acceleration (reflashed PCM) 
Sep 2009 26000 0 actuators for right and left sliding rear doors would not fully open doors when key was pressed. They were replaced under warranty. There was a TSB for the problem. 
Mar 2013 45000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2007 3000   First odometer entry
Mar 2007 4000 0 A cold-weather clunking sound arose from the front suspension, which turned out to be covered under a TSB. The parts were ordered and replaced under warranty. 
Nov 2009 28000 0 Leaking rear shocks. 
Dec 2010 37000 50 door locks not unlocking automatically. Owner replaced power lock actuator successfully. 
Dec 2012 60000 200 Engine mount said to have failed (liquid filled) during 60k inspection - replacement ordered and received independently, but have not yet installed. 
Jan 2013 60700 500 Passenger-side motor mount (liquid-filled OEM) had failed as noted at dealer. Purchased solid rubber replacement and had installed at a non-dealer mechanic.  Also installed rear-camber adjustment tie-rods to resolve tire wear issue 
Mar 2013 62000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2006 9000   First odometer entry
Feb 2007 12000 0 Sway bar and control arm bushings are defective and have been redesigned according to TSB. Bushings make loud creaking noises, especially during cold weather. Drivetrain makes a buzzing sound while decelerating in gear, usually between 2500-3500 RPM. Dealer inspected all heat shields and areas around engine and transmission and found nothing wrong, but admits that buzzing does exist. 
Apr 2007 15000 0 Swaybar bushings replaced Drivetrain makes a buzzing sound while decelerating in gear, usually between 2500-3500 RPM. Dealer inspected all heat shields and areas around engine and transmission and found nothing wrong, but admits that buzzing does exist. Key fob remotes work intermittently. Asked for repair or replacement per Mazda TSB. Complaint was ignored by dealer and no repair was attempted. 
Apr 2008 21000 0 Suspension rattles, knocks, and squeaks. Repaired according to TSB 02-001/008. Replaced F&R control arms, F&R end links, spring seat and front spring. Power door lock on rear passenger door stopped working - lock assembly & actuator replaced. Door lock remotes work intermittently. Reflashed PCM to newest program to increase fuel efficiency. When vehicle is at idle, turning the steering wheel causes a noticeable dimming of headlights and slowing of HVAC blower, appearing to indicate insufficient alternator output. Dealer claimed this operation was normal. 
May 2008 24000 0 Rattles and pops from suspension over uneven surfaces, audible at speeds under 10 mph. 
Nov 2008 28000 0 Same suspension noises as previous; this time the upper shock mounts were replaced. Noises are now different, but still present.  Power door lock on rear drivers door will not unlock after several presses of the remote button, especially when cold. Dealer could not replicate.  Loud clicking/tapping sound from front wheel area during right turns.  
Dec 2008 28000 0 Popping and rattle sounds over bumps. New upper shock mount bolts ordered.  Upper shock mounts, bolts, and spacers replaced. Noises cleared.  
Jan 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 43000   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 67000 100 replaced both sliding doors' actuators. 
Dec 2012 67000 25 replaced a sway bar link. fixed annoying rear end noise 
Mar 2013 67000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2006 0 Bad liftgate strut 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2006 0 Very squeaky suspension in cold weather. Bushings at every wheel replaced. 
Mar 2007 6820 0 Squeaky suspension in cold weather (below 0 C). Lower suspension arms in front and rear stabilizer bushings replaced. Problem still exists. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 100 Drivers side Strut was replaced under extended warranty. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2011 79000   First odometer entry
Dec 2012 94000 1500 replace blown shock, all 4 replaced 
Jan 2013 95000 350 drivers side rear shock bracket broken, replaced. 

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2006 15500   First odometer entry
Jan 2007 16120 0 Changer mécanisme du siège conducteur 
Mar 2008 27000 190 Oil change, wheel alignement, replace purge seleoide 
May 2008 28520 0 Moteur semble couper 1 seconde en acceleration lors du démarage 
Jun 2011 55800   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Idaho, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2006 9000   First odometer entry
Oct 2007 27000 0 Though this was a recall item, we actually had the issue. The rear door latches get water in them and will freeze such that they will not latch shut. The car is not drivable when this happens (happened) because the rear doors will not latch closed. 
Nov 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 24000   First odometer entry
Jan 2013 70000 30 Headlight bulb required replacing. Problem was with retaining clip which was bent on removal and no longer holds bulb fast. 

 

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2006 Mazda Mazda5 4dr Minivan

157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda Mazda5 in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 16740   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 0 Oil leak in left-rear suspension fixed for free by dealer during regular service. 
Aug 2010 42980 600 Driver side front suspension problem. The oil starts to leak in the morning and completely went out during day. The front suspension was replaced next day. 
Aug 2011 52080 250 Left passenger door power lock starts work unstable. Sometimes it's not opening, the other times - not closing. Repaired by replacement of electric parts from door lock  
Nov 2011 53320 380 One of rear shock absorbers leaked. Replaced both at the same time. 
Apr 2012 57660 400 Rear brake discs are worn out. replaced pads also replaces 
Dec 2012 62000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 17000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 41000 0 Creaking in suspension when temperature falls below freezing. Dealer replaced suspension control arms and problem is fixed. 
Dec 2011 58000 250 Needed new front brakes and rotors 
Sep 2012 68000 325 Needed new rear brakes and rotors. 

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Wisconsin, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 36000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 40000 0 worn bushings in rear, replacement part installed. Car was rough going over slight bumps in the road. 
Nov 2010 42000 386 Driver side slider door intermittently did not unlock and once would not latch. Remote controller replaced. Two weeks later the passenger side slider now has the same problem. 
Dec 2010 43000 0 Repeat trip both sliding doors occasionally will not unlock or latch when closed. If door does not latch repeated vibration from closing will correct the problem. If locked the door will unlock after several driving cycles. 
Jan 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2010 45000   First odometer entry
Jan 2011 46000 1300 rear shocks not working; replaced all 4 shocks 

 

Mazda Mazda5 in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 25000   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 29000 0 Failure of electric power steering pump Squeaks, crunches on cold days - Removed hubs, greased all axles 
Mar 2013 39000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2011 42780   First odometer entry
Dec 2011 43400 6986 Engine died.The cam-rod bearing went. I previously had it at a dealer and they did a 2 hour engine service, found nothing. The noise got progressively worse so took it back to another dealer and they told me your engine is going to die. 
Jan 2012 43400   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2006 0 Everything else, repair 
Mar 2007 0 BATTERY DEAD. CAUSED BY INTERNAL SHORT. REPLACED BATTERY NO CHARGE 
Jun 2007 0 ROTATE TIRES 
Oct 2007 10 Electrical, other than above, repair NO START LEAKING BATTERY REPLACED..BROKEN BATTERY TRAY CRACKED PARTS ORDERED 
Nov 2007 0 REPLACE BATTERY TRAY 
Apr 2008 0 BATTERY DRAIN FROM DVD IN SLEEP MODE...DISCONNECT AND HELD FOR 4 DAYS PER FACTORY REP. REFERRED BY DISTRICT REP TINA SILVERMAN...T/OK 
Jun 2008 0 REWIRE SENSOR IN DVD PLAYER. PREVENT BATTERY DRAIN WHEN IN SLEEP MODE.  
Dec 2009 0 FRONT STABILIZER BUSHINGS...REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY 
Dec 2012 40000 438 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON CAUSE:DTC P2407 CODE, TEST LDP FAILED. REPLACED LEK DETECTION PUMP REST PCM CLEAT CODES. T/OK PARTS $182.88 LABOR $220.00 TAX $35.25 TOTAL $438.13 
Mar 2013 41000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2010 31000   First odometer entry
May 2012 35640 212 Rear door locks worked occasionally, and after reading about others having this problem, we finally had our independent mechanic replace the controller and actuator. Special order Mazda parts were used. 
Oct 2012 37400 40 Passenger rear seat lever for back recline and seat tip forward was jammed down and almost inoperative. Parts were removed, straightened, and replaced. 
Mar 2013 37820   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 80000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 97300 150 Altnernator replaced. 
Mar 2013 115000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 68000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 70000 820 Replaced struts front and rear. Replaced front passenger engine mount. 
May 2011 87000 1200 AC was not cooling, compressor had failed. 
Mar 2013 98000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2012 51000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 53000 250 Rear brakes replaced and rotors turned. 
Oct 2012 60000 75 Check engine light went on. Computer said we needed a new thermostat. 
Dec 2012 62000 300 Control arm had to be replaced. The symptom was a loud clunking sound when a made left turns. There is still a clunking sound that comes from the right side of the car when I go over bumps. I'm taking it in this weekend to get that fixed. 

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 131000   First odometer entry
Jul 2011 132000 105 Rear liftgate latch/lock assembly failed. Liftgate would not stay closed. This is supplied as a complete assembly, fairly easily replaced through interior access panel. 

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 146320   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 146320 100 Air Conditioner stopped working. Informed that replacement required. Chose not to proceed due to excessive cost. A while back: Complete engine failure, required replacement at 117,000 km. Mazda refused any action. 
Mar 2012 146320 0 Transmission requires replacement. Opted to replace vehicle due to multiple problems with vehicle. 

 

Mazda Mazda5 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2006 0 Ignition coil replaced under warranty. 
Oct 2009 0 Replaced upper engine mount because of leak. Fixed under warranty.  
Dec 2009 0 Replaced front lower control arms and stabilizer bushings for front suspension noise. Replaced under warranty.  
Feb 2010 0 Brake lamp switch bad. Replaced under warranty 
Jun 2011 62000 0 CEL came on. Have not pulled code yet. Checked fuel cap. Will wait 1 full tank to see if light goes out. 
Jul 2011 63000 0 Got CEL. Pulled code - P0126 - Bad thermostat. Will order OEM part and attempt to replace myself.  
Dec 2012 80000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Hawaii, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 32000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 67500 70 Replaced right rear shock. 
Aug 2009 74000 0 Right rear shock blown. Replaced with KYB unit. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 14880   First odometer entry
Apr 2008 22320 0 Crunching problem when car goes over bumps. Control arm was replaced. 
Sep 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2006 3000   First odometer entry
Nov 2008 17000 0 Broken manual driver seat height adjuster. Engine occasionally hesitates.  Squeaking belt with AC on. Squeak from rear of vehicle. 
Mar 2013 50000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 39680   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 42160 0 Key fob stopped functioning, and a new battery did not solve the problem, so I was given a new key fob. 
Aug 2009 53320 0 Squeal in wet conditions is complained about for a second time but since there is no rain, the dealer cannot reproduce it. A complaint is logged with the dealer regarding the steering wheel audio controls, which are beginning to perform incorrect functions, such as volume changing track etc. I realize that the squeal happens when the AC is on, and suggest this to the dealer. They claim to have never checked that as a possibility, and find that it is indeed the culprit. The AC tensioner and belt are replaced under warranty. 
Oct 2009 56420 275 Replaced both headlights myself. Very hard to access. Replaced right rear shock. Latest of many suspension problems. (Others before joined.) I had the right rear lock motor replaced, since it stopped working with the key fob and interior power switch. 
Dec 2009 58900 820 Replaced both rear struts. Car was showing signs of rust on both rear wheel wells despite being rust proofed yearly, undercoated and paint-protected at the dealership. Mazda refused warranty coverage because it had not perforated the sheet metal! Dealer begrudgingly covered it 
Mar 2010 62000 0 passenger side power door lock broken. 
Jan 2011 73160 0 Right rear power door lock broken 
May 2011 0 Car is severely rusting, Mazda refuses to acknowledge the problem despite being rust proofed, undercoated and resprayed every two years at the dealership. Door lock motor and power widow motor. Transmission starting to slip. 

 

Mazda Mazda5 in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 13640   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 26660 0 Mechanic found The oil pan was leaking. 
Mar 2012 37200 250 Squeak caused by idler pully on Steering replaced the pully. extended warrenty paid half the costs. 
Jun 2012 37200 500 Replaced shock mount on driver side rear 
Mar 2013 42160   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2006 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2008 6000 0 Reflash 
Jun 2009 25000 0 Resurface rotors 
Sep 2009 28000 0 front stabilizer bushings 
Aug 2011 34000 391 Replace rear shocks 
Aug 2012 37300 600 brakes rotors 
May 2013 40000 100 motor mount 

 

Mazda Mazda5 in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2007 8060   First odometer entry
Jan 2008 13000 0 Front and rear swaybar links replaced to repair creaking suspension over speed bumps. Machined front rotors to repair brake pulsation. 
Apr 2008 14880 0 Engine oil pan leaking. 
Mar 2009 20460 0 a/c belt squeel. Brake pulsation. 
Dec 2012 44020 135 replaced front brake pads and rotors 
Mar 2013 45880   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2006 8000   First odometer entry
Sep 2007 40000 0 leaking rear struts 
Oct 2007 43000 0 Replaced rear struts. (MK) 
Dec 2011 122000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2006 0 Front bushings replaced (both wheels) due to squeaking, problem fixed. 
Nov 2006 0 3rd row driver's side headrest locking clip replaced - never was functional and didn't keep headrest up 
Nov 2007 16080 0 Rear bushings replaced due to squeaking (both wheels) 
Dec 2007 16740 0 Rear springs squeaking - dealer ordered new bushings for front and rear springs and changed both (front had been changed a year earlier). 
Mar 2009 30380 75 Front and rear bushings replaced on Mazda's replacement program for 06 M5's. Original repair in 2006 was before the model wide program - squeaks returned, replaced with better bushings this time. Transmission fluid flushed - dealer shop noticed it was dirty and needed replaced. There is no preset schedule, but this is surprisingly early for this fluid to need changed based on driver experience. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2007 8060   First odometer entry
Dec 2007 16120 0 Had a noisy rear sliding door looked at. The dealer to this day has not been able to pin point what the problem is, but the noise is pretty noticeable when going over bumps in the road. 
Apr 2008   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Manitoba, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2007 0 replace front control arms 
Jan 2008 0 replaced rear sway bar bushings 
Jul 2008 0 L/R shock replaced 
Aug 2008 0 replaced both rear sway end links 
Sep 2008 413 replace both front brake rotors and brake pads: replace left front strut and link assembly 
Mar 2009 34100 0 Loud squeak coming from windshield. They are aware of the problem but waiting for okay from district rep to replace. Sliding doors would not close after washing of vehicle. Ordered parts and replaced but now the door will not stay open on its catch assembly. 
Apr 2009 35340 0 Loud squeaking noise from windshield in cold weather. 
Jul 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 15000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 23000 0 Seat rail broke - you couldn't recline the front seat. 
Oct 2009 31000 0 Issue with door locking/unlocking - remotes not working 
Sep 2011 44000 85 A seat belt restraint broke 
Dec 2011 46000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 0 warranty replace front bushings on suspension 
Oct 2009 51460 400 Replace bad ignition coil and sparkplug. 
Feb 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 76000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 78000 455 Engine hesitation at low rpm, sometimes stalls.  Vibration at highway speed. Replaced No.3 engine mount. Driver-side front strut had a blown seal/oil leak. Replaced both front struts. 
Apr 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 28000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 44300 0 Rear suspension was "bottoming out". 
Sep 2010 45000 0 Passenger sliding door would not - unlock ( at times ). 
Feb 2011 50500 150 Passenger side sliding door would not lock. 
Mar 2011 52000 150 Sliding doors would not lock / unlock. Replaced both sliding door actuators. 
Mar 2012 60000 300 Replaced one engine mount which was leaking fluid. 
Mar 2013 67000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 22000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 30000 0 Rear driver side door lock failed, would not lock or unlock. Repaired under warranty. 
Oct 2009 35000 0 Noisy suspension bushings were replaced under TSB. 
Apr 2010 39000 0 Rear passenger side door lock failed. 
Apr 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 49000   First odometer entry
Feb 2009 54000 0 Front suspension bushings replaced. 
May 2009 58000 0 Front suspension bushings replaced. 
Jun 2009 60000 0 Front suspension bushings lubed. 
Aug 2009 63000 0 Front suspension bushings/control arms/sway bar and bushings replaced. They also swapped the R/F strut and both strut bearings and spring isolators. Problem finally fixed. 
Sep 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 49000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 50000 350 Right rear sliding door lock would not open dependably using remote. 
Feb 2010 55500 180 Brake interlock solenoid broke. 
Jan 2011 64000 282 Had car in for 60k mile service. Discovered defective cooling system temperature regulator. 
May 2011 66000 1252 Both front struts had to be replaced 
Sep 2011 69000 300 The driver's side sliding passenger door handle stopped working 
Nov 2011 69700 177 damaged front sway bar bushings 
Nov 2012 77000 150 Left rear passenger sliding door does not always unlock when using remote. 
Mar 2013 78000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2006 18000   First odometer entry
Dec 2006 20000 0 ignition switch sometimes doesn't recogize that the key has been removed so it chimes at you. Replaced ignition switch 
Aug 2007 30000 0 drivers window wouldn't roll down. They were unable to duplicate since it rolled down fine and they said they didn't do anything. passenger door lock doesn't always unlock. Shop couldn't duplicate so no fix was made. 
Dec 2007 38000 0 actuator for the passenger side slider wasn't unlocking the door. 
Apr 2008 46000 0 Flashed computer for a stumble at idle problem when cold. 
Sep 2008 48000 0 Driver's door had wind noise. New weather stripping installed by dealer. 
Sep 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 69000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 86000 110 failed door lock solenoid. 
Mar 2010 100000 500 replace struts and shocks. 
Jun 2010 105000 300 brake rotor warp - new installed. replaced sway bar bushings. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2008 15000   First odometer entry
Aug 2009 30000 0 The suspension was a lot stiffer lately for all 4 wheels and were making noises. The dealer replaced 2 front struts so I guess I will have to go for 2 rear struts later in the year (the 2 rear were not "worn out" as bad as the 2 front struts. 
Feb 2011 44300 0 Rear suspension was stiff and noisy. 
Jun 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2006 Mazda Mazda5 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

Mazda Mazda5 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2006 8680   First odometer entry
Mar 2007 15500 0 Dealer (Ajax Mazda) replaced the lower control arms as they noticed the sqweak, done under warranty. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Mazda Mazda5 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2007 14000   First odometer entry
Mar 2007 14000 0 Suspension bushings noise in cold weather 
Feb 2008   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2006 Mazda Mazda5 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Mazda Mazda5 in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 32000   First odometer entry
Oct 2007 41000 0 Front sway bar bushing worn and making noise. Replaced sway bar bushing and noise is gone. Sway bar bushing replaced during trip 2. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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