Mazda MAZDA5 loss of power problems

Filed Aug 4, 2026 · Transmission · MD

While accelerating from a complete stop at a traffic light on a multi-lane roadway, the vehicle suddenly lost all engine power without prior warning. The engine RPM dropped immediately to 0, causing the vehicle to stall in the middle of an active intersection and creating an immediate risk of a side-impact collision from oncoming traffic. All warning lights on the instrument cluster illuminated upon stalling. To clear the intersection safely, the vehicle was placed into Neutral and restarted. After shifting back into Drive and proceeding out of traffic, the vehicle repeatedly entered a fail-safe/limp mode every 30 to 120 seconds. During these episodes, the Automatic Transaxle (AT) light flashed, the engine shuddered severely, and the engine RPM fluctuated erratically, causing unpredictable acceleration and poor drivability. The sudden stalling in active traffic created a severe hazard to driver and occupant safety. The vehicle had not displayed a Check Engine Light or Transmission warning light prior to the complete stalling event.

Filed Sep 1, 2020 · Steering · 45,000 miles · SC

Loss of power steering at random times.SRS light comes on and power steering locks up while driving. You have to pull over and turn the car off and restart it for it to work again. It's very scary not knowing when this will randomly happen as your driving down the road. It could cause an accident. I see where older models have been recalled for steering but not newer ones.

Filed Sep 1, 2019 · Steering · 147,000 miles · MI

July 29, 2019 vehicle in motion on expressway. Sudden loss off power steering which left me without the ability to turn steering wheel. After approximately 90 secs power steering returned to normal. Exited expressway and checked power steering fluid levels. Fluid levels were correct according to manufacturer recommendation. Continued to operate vehicle but stayed on city streets. Experienced intermittent loss of power steering while navigating through a walmart parking lot. August 27, 2019 started vehicle at my residence. Vehicle is always parked in our garage. Power steering not engaging. Drove to tuffy dealer for inspection. Technician states power steering pump has failed.

Filed Feb 11, 2019 · Driver assistance, Steering · 125,000 miles · IL

Intermittent loss of power while driving. Loss of steering capability as well. The loss is sudden and causes the driver to lose control of the vehicle as steering becomes extremely difficult. This is dangerous. I almost ran off the road once and hit a median on another occasion. Its like a time bomb, you never know when you will lose the ability to steer the car. Dash lights all light up as well and sometimes power is restored but the ability to steer the car is not. Car is outside of the recall yet still has the same problem as the recall issue and mazda claims no responsibility for the issue. Additional vehicles need to be added to the recall list as there are more vehicles affected outside of the VIN's included in the recall. Since. According to mazda, they comply with the federal safety agency when issuing recalls, more vehicles need to be included as there is a multitude of mazda 5 owners experiencing the exact same issue as the recall vehicles.

Filed Aug 20, 2018 · Electrical · 140,000 miles · MA

While driving the car (approximately 35 miles per hour) there is a sudden loss of power, including loss of power steering. Car would not restart. We replaced alternator and had battery checked, which was working fine when the same problem occurred while driving on highway at 45 MPH. Problem is recurring. Car is unsafe to drive.

Filed Jan 15, 2015 · Electrical, Steering · 66,000 miles · TX

This is what is going on with my car. I almost had an accident because of the power steering assist is suddenly lost by reducing my ability to steer the vehicle. Mazda said there was no recall on my car so they cant help me. 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.

Filed Nov 10, 2014 · Steering · 65,000 miles · CA

Mazda will not include my vehicle in this recall below because it was mfr 07/2006 and sold as a 2007: 2010-08-13 (published by the federal safety agency on 2010-08-13) recall 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.hazard: 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. Additional info: owners may also contact the federal safety agency's vehicle safety hotline at 1‑888‑327‑4236 (tty 1‑800‑424‑9153), or go to . The federal safety agency source: http://www-odi.the federal safety agency.dot.gov/recalls/recallresults.cfm?start=1&searchtype=quicksearch&rcl_id=10v374000 mazda is recalling 2007 through 2009 model-year mazda3 and mazda5 models for an issue with the power-steering system. The recall follows an investigation from the federal safety agency, looking into power-steering system failures in the 2007-2009 mazda3. Altogether, 33 complaints were received and three crashes were attributed to the issue. The recall affects about 300,000 north american vehicles altogether, including some 2007 models, all 2008 models, and most 2009 models of the mazda3 and mazda5. A mazda source told the publication that rust contamination in the vehicles' hydraulic steering system can cause the pump to overheat and shut down, sometimes temporarily. A service bulletin has already been out for more than a year.

Filed Apr 7, 2011 · Steering · 25,700 miles · NY

My vehicle was stopped at an intersection as I was waiting for an opportunity to make a left turn. As I was then making a left turn, I realized that I had lost power steering and I thought that the vehicle would completely lose all of its power and hence, its ability to move and cause me to come to a halt in the middle of the intersection. There was an oncoming car, so I just struggled to turn the wheel while I pushed down the accelerator. Thankfully, I made it out of the intersection on time. However, this situation could have had a completely different outcome. After it happened a number of times, I decided to do some research and found that there was a recall on some of the 2007 to 2009 mazda 5 models due to power steering loss. I took my car to my local mazda dealer, but was told that my VIN number was not included in the recall. I then called mazda to have my VIN included in the recall, but was denied because I was told that my car was manufactured in 11/09/06, and thus cannot be included. I feel that my vehicle should be included in the recall and so I ask that you do investigation on similar situations, as this is a very serious issue that should be addressed as soon as possible. Thank you.

Filed Sep 14, 2010 · Fuel system, Tires · 8,200 miles · NJ

Since I purchased the vehicle in april 2010, I have had to return it to the dealership 2 times (june 15-june 19, 2010 and august 2 - august 20, 2010) for the same safety issue: a defective fuel pump. These 2 occurrences have now accumulated to 24 days in total that vehicle has been out of service in the 5 month period of ownership.date of 2nd occurrence! Friday. July 30, 2010 date of 1st occurrence; monday. June 14, 2010 length of repair: tuesday, june 15 - saturday, june 19, 2010: 5 days on monday, june 14, 2010 around 7pm, the vehicle suddenly shut down while driving on highway route 287, during my evening commute from my work location to my home. Length of repair; monday. August 2, 2010 - august 20, 2010 - 19 days on friday, july 30, 2010, while traveling on highway route 80, the vehicle again suddenly shut down while driving on the highway. During this incident, not only was I about 80 miles away from home, but I was traveling with 5 children in the vehicle! At this point, I became very concerned for the safety of my children in the car! The possibility that an accident could occur if my car lost power and another vehicle impacted the rear of the vehicle; or if I wasn't able to properly steer the vehicle was extremely high on such a busy highway! Again, on tuesday, september 14, 2010, the car shut off on nj rt 78 (65 MPH zone). It then continued to turn on & off during stop & go traffic. It even shut off in the credit union drive up banking window!!! Since these defects substantially impair the use, value or safety of my vehicle, or the defect is one that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven.

Filed Aug 26, 2010 · Steering · 22,999 miles · MA

Loss of power steering two times on my mazda 5.