NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2021 Mazda CX-5
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Mazda CX-5 is a compact crossover SUV that has carved out a loyal following among buyers who want a premium-feeling drive without a luxury price tag. Sitting squarely in one of the most competitive segments in the American market, the CX-5 targets style-conscious adults and small families who refuse to sacrifice refinement. From the 2019 model year forward, it brings genuine safety credentials to that pitch.
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 90 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the CX-5 as one of the more polished and driver-focused entries in the compact crossover segment, praising its upscale interior feel and composed handling. Most professional assessments position it as a benchmark competitor, with critics occasionally noting that cargo space and powertrain options lag some rivals.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15172
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
137 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.