Mazda CX-5 vs Chevrolet Traverse
Both cars' complete complaint records, side by side.
Read the totals carefully. NHTSA publishes no sales figures, so the car that sold more collects more complaints regardless of quality. The rows worth weighing are the proportions — the share of complaints that involved harm, and which part dominates.
| Measure | Mazda CX-5 | Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 3,289 | 7,968 |
| Model years covered | 2012–2026 | 2009–2026 |
| Worst model year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Best model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Crashes reported | 219 | 262 |
| Fires reported | 30 | 54 |
| Injuries reported | 115 | 180 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 3 |
| Most complained-about part | Engine & Cooling | Engine & Cooling |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 11.1% | 6.3% |
Mazda CX-5 by year
What breaks
Engine & Cooling
602
18.3%
Electrical System
458
13.9%
Other & Unspecified
385
11.7%
Transmission & Drivetrain
280
8.5%
Brakes
252
7.7%
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
225
6.8%
Lights
222
6.7%
Driver Assist & Collision Avoidance
160
4.9%
Chevrolet Traverse by year
What breaks
Engine & Cooling
1,210
15.2%
Airbags
1,053
13.2%
Steering
956
12.0%
Transmission & Drivetrain
913
11.5%
Electrical System
839
10.5%
Other & Unspecified
599
7.5%
Stability & Traction Control
516
6.5%
Brakes
402
5.0%