NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Mazda CX-5 Safety Ratings
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 scores 93 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 40 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 achieves a full 5 out of 5 stars in its overall NHTSA crash-test rating. This strong performance is complemented by a NHTSA Safety Index of 93/100, placing it in our Exceptional band. All core crash-avoidance technologies are standard on this model year. Furthermore, the 2024 CX-5 has no recalls on file with federal regulators.
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 received a five-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 93 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 144 SUVs from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Mazda CX-5 ranks 18 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 | 93 / 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 | 40 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 18 of 144 SUVs tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Mazda CX-5?
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 marks a two-point rise in the NHTSA Safety Index, moving from 91 to 93 out of 100 compared with the 2023 model year, while remaining in the Exceptional band. That gain is grounded in a clean defect record: zero recalls on file push the defect-record sub-score to 16.5 out of a possible 20. Crash protection contributes 66 of a possible 70 points, anchored by the five-star overall NHTSA rating and matching five-star scores in both frontal and side disciplines. The four-star rollover result, paired with a 17 percent risk figure and a No Tip dynamic outcome, is the only area that keeps the crash-protection sub-score from a perfect ceiling. The avoidance-tech sub-score is a full 10 out of 10, reflecting forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all arriving as standard equipment on this model year. The 40 owner complaints logged with NHTSA introduce some caution: alleged brake and engine concerns each account for a meaningful share of reports, and six complaints specifically target the forward collision avoidance system, a category worth monitoring given that the system is central to the vehicle's safety case. No complaint has been elevated to a recall action for this model year.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Mazda CX-5 perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 earned a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, matching the top score in both frontal and side crash tests. The rollover assessment presents a relative weak point at four out of five stars, with NHTSA data indicating a 17 percent rollover risk. However, the vehicle did achieve a "No Tip" result in the dynamic tip test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19375
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Mazda CX-5 have any recalls?
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no components flagged, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check to confirm no new campaigns have been opened since purchase.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Mazda CX-5?
NHTSA has received 40 unverified owner complaints for the 2024 Mazda CX-5. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Unknown Or Other issues (9 reports), Service Brakes (8), Engine (7), and Forward Collision Avoidance (6). These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
40 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Mazda CX-5?
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 shows no recalls on file at the time of this review. However, buyers of any used vehicle, including this model, should independently verify recall completion for specific units. Check the VIN against NHTSA's recall database for any new campaigns that may have opened after the vehicle's initial sale.
- The 2024 Mazda CX-5 carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, the cleanest possible defect record for this model year and a direct contributor to its 93/100 Safety Index.
- NHTSA awarded the 2024 CX-5 five stars in both frontal and side crash tests, with the only sub-five result being the four-star rollover rating accompanied by a 17 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic tip outcome.
- Six of the 40 unverified NHTSA complaints for this model year allege problems with the Forward Collision Avoidance system, a notable concentration given that the system is standard equipment and a key component of the vehicle's top avoidance-tech sub-score.
- The Safety Index rose two points from the 2023 model year (91) to the 2024 model year (93), both within the Exceptional band, reflecting the zero-recall record and consistent five-star crash-test performance.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Mazda CX-5 places
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Mazda CX-5 safety questions
Was the 2024 Mazda CX-5 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Mazda CX-5, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 93 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 2024 Mazda CX-5 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 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 2024 Mazda CX-5 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 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 2024 Mazda CX-5?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 40 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 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.
Other CX-5 years
Rivals in SUV (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y Rwd | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2024 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19375), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mazda CX-5 2024.
- 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 18 of 144 in the SUV class for 2024.
- 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.