2014 Mazda CX-5 parts and specs

What changed for the 2014 Mazda CX-5

• 20142.5L SkyActiv-G added on Touring/Grand Touring; 2.0L remains standard on Sport

Known problems with the 2014 Mazda CX-5

3 of the 5 issues we track for the 2013–2016 generation are documented against the 2014 model year, and 3 carry a recall or service bulletin.

• Liftgate support strut corrosion (recall)

  moderateNHTSA 16V-644 (Mazda campaign 9916H)

  The gas-charged struts that hold the power/manual liftgate open can corrode internally and lose pressure, allowing the liftgate to drop unexpectedly and strike someone underneath. Mazda recalled all 2013–2016 CX-5s built through December 2015 and replaces both struts free of charge, though replacement parts were on backorder for years after the recall began.

  Typical cost: Free under recall

• Front strut-to-steering-knuckle bolt loosening (recall)

  majorNHTSA 16V-203 (Mazda campaign 9316D)

  The lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle can loosen over time, which can let the steering knuckle separate from the strut and cause a loss of steering control. Mazda recalled 2014–2016 CX-5s (along with several other Mazda models) to inspect and retighten or replace the hardware.

  Typical cost: Free under recall

• Fuel filler pipe rupture risk (recall)

  moderateNHTSA 16V-064 (Mazda campaign 9216B)

  On certain 2014–2016 CX-5s, the fuel filler pipe's attachment to its bracket could allow the pipe to rupture in a crash, failing FMVSS 301 fuel-system-integrity requirements and raising fire risk. Mazda recalled the affected VINs to reinforce the filler pipe attachment.

  Typical cost: Free under recall

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