Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2011 Mazda MAZDA5, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Wheels1
- Service brakes1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Registered new in Europe in 2011
15,845 new Mazda MAZDA5 cars were registered in the EU, Norway and Iceland in 2011; the largest markets were Germany (7,511), Austria (1,952), France (1,219).
- Average mass
- 1,573 kg
- Average power
- 93 kW
- Fuel type recorded
- Petrol 53% · Diesel 47%
European Environment Agency, CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars · averages weighted by registrations; CO₂ is the type-approval value; fuel type as recorded at registration, where many non-plug-in hybrids appear as petrol · re-use permitted with acknowledgement
Engines
The most common engines in 2011 Mazda MAZDA5 cars on Dutch roads are the 2.0 petrol (110 kW, 148 hp), 1.8 petrol (85 kW, 114 hp) and 2.0 petrol (106 kW, 142 hp), out of 5 versions with at least 20 cars.
| Engine | Power | Cars |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0 petrol | 110 kW 148 hp | 457 |
| 1.8 petrol | 85 kW 114 hp | 265 |
| 2.0 petrol | 106 kW 142 hp | 75 |
| 2.0 petrol | 107 kW 143 hp | 37 |
| 1.6 diesel | 85 kW 114 hp | 23 |
RDW Open Data (CC0): registered passenger cars and their fuel data · engine size rounded to 0.1 litre, net maximum power · versions with at least 20 cars
In the Netherlands
861 first registered in 2011 are on Dutch roads; 30% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €28,484.
Most common APK defects
- Bandenspanning niet op juiste waarde567
- Band onvoldoende profiel405
- Kentekenplaatverlichting werkt niet (goed) / ontbreekt314
- Stadslicht werkt niet (goed)308
- Uitlaatsysteem niet gasdicht / onveilige afvoer uitlaatgasse235
- Dimlicht onjuist afgesteld187
- Ruitenwisserinstallatie geeft onvoldoende zicht170
- Band(en) aanwezig met een profieldiepte van 1,6 t/m 2,5 mm162
Colours
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
693 cars built in 2011 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 51 more were declared off the road (SORN).
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124, year of manufacture) · Open Government Licence v3.0
MOT test results in Great Britain
In 2023, 864 of these cars first registered in 2011 took their annual MOT test. 58% passed first time; among all cars first registered in 2011 the figure was 63%.
DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, 2023 (Department for Transport) · Open Government Licence v3.0 · first tests only; a fix made at the test station within the hour still counts as a fail
In Finland
118 of these cars first registered in 2011 were in use in Finland on 30 Jun 2026, with an average of 234,000 km on the odometer at their last inspection.
Traficom (Finnish Transport and Communications Agency), open data on vehicles in use · CC BY 4.0
Recalls
No recall campaigns cover the 2011 Mazda MAZDA5.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Mazda told its dealers about the 2011 Mazda MAZDA5: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 10232299 | Speedometer replacement procedure |
| 10226924 | 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 are a few examples of unusual electrical concerns caused by aftermarket devices. Examples: 1. Devices connected to the DLC-2 (battery discharge/DTC stored) 2. Cell phone charger/accessory in 12V socket (engine no start or unable to turn off) 3. GPS tracking device (engine no start/battery discha |
| 10226814 | Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow the inspection guidelines below to determine if the condition is a result of the normal sweeping process or a failure of the shaft seal. |
| 10225724 | Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection. |
| 10217209 | In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. |
| 10215274 | This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in stock at the dealer, inspect and maintain the battery periodically according to the repair procedure. |
| 10213430 | Excessive condensation or water within the headlamp assembly caustion |
| 10213427 | HandsFree bluetooth module and/or text messaging troubleshooting procedure |
| 10213425 | Speedometer replacement procedure |
| 10213423 | Siriusxm satellite radio registration transfer after unit replacement |
| 10213422 | PROPER USAGE OF DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT. |
| 10213421 | Condensation/Fog in front and rear combination lights |
| 10213417 | Passenger fAirbag deactivation (PAD) indicator light illumination |
| 10213399 | Brake noise, judder and dragging diagnosis and servicing |
| 10213398 | Clunk/bang/buzz noise during first forward movement after sitting |
| 10213387 | SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES |
| 10213385 | STAINS APPEAR ON WHEELS |
| 10213333 | Battery test procedure requirements using the GR81291 |
| 10213332 | Battery Maintenance |
| 10213331 | SULFUR SMELL FROM EXHAUST SYSTEM. |
| 10213330 | PreMixed long life "FL22" Engine Coolant |
| 10213329 | Engine Start /Stop Procedure with room fuse removed |
| 10213326 | Mazda guidelines for factory scheduled maintenance |
| 10213185 | Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow the inspection guidelines below to determine if the condition is a result of the normal sweeping process or a failure of the shaft seal. |
| 10210902 | Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3 even when driving straight on a flat road. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)