NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Mazda CX-5 Safety Ratings
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 62 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 achieved a 5 out of 5 star overall rating from NHTSA, contributing to its exceptional NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100. This model year distinguishes itself with no recalls on record with the federal safety agency. The CX-5's strong safety profile is further reinforced by its standard fitment of a comprehensive suite of crash-avoidance technologies, making it a noteworthy consideration for those evaluating pre-owned vehicles.
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100 based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 135 SUVs from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Mazda CX-5 ranks 34 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 16.9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 62 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 34 of 135 SUVs tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Mazda CX-5?
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 moves the NHTSA Safety Index one point forward to 91/100 from the 2021 model's 90/100, both sitting in the Exceptional band. That single-point gain is modest in percentage terms but meaningful in composition: the defect record sub-score of 15.25 out of 20 reflects a clean recall slate, zero campaigns on file for this model year, which is a distinct advantage over vehicles carrying active or unresolved recall obligations. Crash protection contributes 66 of a possible 70 points, anchored by five-star frontal and side ratings. The rollover sub-score is the only structural ceiling on the crash protection tally, with a four-star rating and a 17 percent rollover risk figure. Avoidance technology scores a perfect 10 out of 10, driven by forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all being standard equipment rather than optional add-ons. The 62 owner complaints on file are unverified allegations; Exterior Lighting accounts for the largest share at 23 reports, a pattern worth monitoring but not reflected as a confirmed defect in the recall record. Taken together, this model year's combination of top-tier crash scores, a recall-free record, and standard active-safety tech makes it one of the stronger safety data profiles in the compact SUV segment for this vintage.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Mazda CX-5 perform in crash tests?
NHTSA awarded the 2022 Mazda CX-5 five stars overall, with five stars each for frontal and side protection. The one area that falls short of a perfect score is rollover, rated four out of five stars, with a measured rollover risk of 17 percent and a dynamic tip test result of No Tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16100
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Mazda CX-5 have any recalls?
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no park-outside advisories and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check directly through NHTSA to confirm no new campaigns have been opened after this data was compiled.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Mazda CX-5?
Owners have filed 62 unverified complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Exterior Lighting with 23 reports and Engine with 13 reports, followed by Electrical System and Power Train. These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects.
62 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Mazda CX-5?
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 warrants individual VIN checks for recall status. While no open safety campaigns are active at the model level, it is prudent for prospective owners to verify through the NHTSA database that no new campaigns have been issued for a specific unit and that any necessary remedy work has been completed.
- The 2022 Mazda CX-5 carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a clean defect record that directly contributes to its 15.25 out of 20 defect-record sub-score within the 91/100 Safety Index.
- Rollover protection is the only crash-test category below five stars, rated four out of five with a 17 percent rollover risk, while frontal and side crash ratings both achieved the maximum five stars.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by NHTSA, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are standard equipment on this model year, earning a perfect 10 out of 10 avoidance-tech sub-score.
- The 62 unverified owner complaints on file include 23 alleged Exterior Lighting issues and 13 alleged Engine issues, the two largest complaint categories for this model year, none of which have produced a recall campaign as reflected in the current NHTSA record.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Mazda CX-5 places
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Mazda CX-5 safety questions
Was the 2022 Mazda CX-5 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Mazda CX-5, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Mazda CX-5 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Mazda CX-5 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 16.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Mazda CX-5 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Mazda CX-5 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Mazda CX-5?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 62 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Mazda CX-5. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16100), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mazda CX-5 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 34 of 135 in the SUV class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.