Very few complaints for a popular SUV
The 2022 CX-5 has one of the lowest complaint rates of any model we track and no recalls on file. Scattered reports mention headlight cooling fans and engine ticking noises.
Updated November 2026 · based on 65 owner complaints and 0 recalls
43 76% below the CX-5 average
0 free to fix at a dealer
Every CX-5 year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Top problems and what they cost
Headlight fan or motor fault
Headlight cooling fan or leveling motor errors.
Fix: Usually covered under warranty; otherwise $200 to $600.
Exterior lighting
Engine ticking noise
Light ticking on cold start reported by a few owners.
Fix: Dealer check; often normal fuel injector noise.
Engine
Sunroof breakage
Rare reports of a sunroof shattering.
Fix: Glass $600 to $1,200, often covered by insurance.
Body
Recalls
No recalls for this year.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2022 Mazda CX-5
- Check both headlights for warning messages.Warning lights should come on briefly at start and then go out. One that stays on means the car has stored a fault, and a parts store can read the code for free.
- Listen to the engine at cold start.A test drive of at least 20 minutes, including a cold start, traffic and highway, gives known faults time to show up.
- Check the sunroof glass.Large glass roofs can shatter on their own, and drain tubes can clog and leak water inside. A small chip at the edge can grow into a full shatter.
- Confirm remaining factory warranty.Some engines on this car were repaired or replaced under recalls or extended warranties. Paperwork shows whether that was done and how much coverage is left.13 of the 65 owner complaints about the 2022 CX-5 involve the engine (20%).
Questions
Is the 2022 Mazda CX-5 reliable?
Very few complaints for a popular SUV. The 2022 CX-5 has one of the lowest complaint rates of any model we track and no recalls on file. Scattered reports mention headlight cooling fans and engine ticking noises.
How many recalls does the 2022 Mazda CX-5 have?
0 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Mazda dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2022 Mazda CX-5 problems?
Headlight fan or motor fault; Engine ticking noise; Sunroof breakage.
Crash rating shown for the 2022 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.