AI DamageMazda CX-5 vs Ford Escape: which has more problems
Mazda CX-5 and Ford Escape side by side: owner complaints by component, problem years, service bulletins and engines. Same data as on each model page.
More complaints often just means more cars sold, so compare the pattern of problems and the years, not only the total.
At a glance
Components: owner complaints
| Component | Mazda CX-5 | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 600 24% | 7,239 26% |
| Powertrain | 285 11% | 4,667 17% |
| Electrical system | 465 19% | 2,531 9% |
| Steering | 38 2% | 3,950 14% |
| Service brakes | 249 10% | 1,342 5% |
| Structure | 141 6% | 2,297 8% |
| Vehicle speed control | 120 5% | 2,299 8% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 110 4% | 1,837 7% |
| Visibility | 217 9% | 603 2% |
| Exterior lighting | 226 9% | 0 0% |
| Engine and cooling | 0 0% | 2,336 8% |
| Suspension | 34 1% | 1,145 4% |
Which is more reliable: Mazda CX-5 or Ford Escape?
This data alone can't settle it: complaint counts depend on sales. Compare which components draw the most complaints (engine, powertrain, electrical system) and which years are worst, then check the specific car by VIN and photos.