Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2008 Mazda Mazda5. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST
- Summary
- 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.
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Owner complaints (67)
67 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The steering is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 37 | 55.2% |
| Suspension | 9 | 13.4% |
| Tires | 7 | 10.4% |
| Structure | 5 | 7.5% |
| Electrical system | 4 | 6% |
| Power train | 4 | 6% |
| Engine | 3 | 4.5% |
| Visibility | 3 | 4.5% |
| Wheels | 3 | 4.5% |
| Air bags | 2 | 3% |
How 2008 compares with other Mazda5 years
Best and worst Mazda5 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 78 | 2 |
| 2007 | 61 | 1 |
| 2008 | 67 | 1 |
| 2009 | 64 | 2 |
| 2010 | 57 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | 37 | 1 |
| 2013 | 24 | 1 |
| 2014 | 12 | 1 |
| 2015 | 9 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2008 Mazda Mazda5 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2008 Mazda Mazda5 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 10V374000 (steering). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2008 Mazda Mazda5 problems?
Owners filed 67 complaints with NHTSA. Steering (37), Suspension (9), Tires (7) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2008 Mazda5 compare with other years?
Among the 2006–2015 Mazda Mazda5 model years at least five years old, the 2011 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2006 the most (78). The 2008 drew 67. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.