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2009 Mazda Mazda5

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2009 Mazda5.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S5)

The 2009 Mazda5 is classified as a passenger car and pairs its 5-speed automatic transmission with EPA fuel economy ratings of 21 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined. Its 64 total owner complaints and 3 recalls place this model year in the upper-middle range of the Mazda5's documented history spanning 2006 through 2016 — below the 78 complaints recorded for 2006 but well above the single complaint logged for 2011. With steering identified as the top complaint area, researchers evaluating this model year should weigh that system's condition carefully when assessing potential ownership.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque65-87 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy21/27/23 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 26R MT · 310 CCA battery, OE oil filter LF0114312. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 26R MT · 310 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnFUSEOEM · verified
Tire sizeP205-55R16OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterLF0114312 alt L32114302A9U
Engine air filterLF5013Z40A9U
Fuel filterLFB613ZE0 alt LFB613ZE1
Battery0000800035WB
Front wiper bladesCC3867330 alt CC3067330
Serpentine beltLF5015908B alt L37215909A
ThermostatLF0315165A alt LF7015170
Cabin air filterCC2961J6X

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S5)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length181.5 in
Overall width69.3 in
Overall height64.2 in
Wheelbase108.3 in
Curb weight3424 lb
Track (front / rear)59.4 / 60.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)56/44

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined21 / 27 / 23 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Mazda5 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

10.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 10.00 sec — 2009 Grand Touring
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2009Grand Touring 2.3L I-410.00 sec17.70 sec153 hpFWD
2008Touring 2.3L I-48.90 sec16.80 sec153 hpFWD
2008Grand Touring 2.3L I-49.40 sec17.30 sec153 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 65-87 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 25.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity8.6
Manual Transmission Fluid75W-90 · GL-4
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity6.1
Manual Transmission Fluid75W-90 · GL-4
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity6
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Connecting Rod (Large End) BearingsSOHC: 30-36 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel BoltsSOHC: 14-22 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts12-14 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts32-47 ft-lbs
Main BearingsSOHC: 75-85 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts65-87 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub174-202 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Ignition TimingTurbo: 10, Non-Turbo: 8 degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPMIdle rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.10 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.06 oz
Standard BCI Group Number26R MT
Standard BCI Cranking Performance310 cca

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)36.2 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)36.2 psi
Injector Primary Resistance11.4
Injector Primary Resistance1.0-1.2 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Oil Pressure57-94 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM3000 rpm
Intake Valve Lash0.009-0.011 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.011-0.012 in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket19-22 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle60-75 ft-lbs / 49-56 ft-lbs
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0006 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0016 in / 0.002 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.937 in / 0.385 in
Rotor Discard at or Under0.91 in / 0.354 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages

Prep DOHC

162 inch lbs., Step 2: 1262 in
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
171-77 ft. lbs., step 2: 87-9371–77 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep Maximum cylinder head bolt length should not exceed 146.0 mm. Replace bolts if they exceed maximum length. Coat bolts with clean engine oil. · Step 1 · 2.2-8.0 ft. lbs.

29.5-12.5 ft. lbs.9.5–12.5 ft. lbs
332.0-34.0 ft. lbs.32–34 ft. lbs
488 degrees-92 degrees88 degrees
588 degrees-92 degrees88 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 75,000 mi; coolant at 60,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 60,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miBody Lock Cylinders (lubricate) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miBrake System (inspect)
Every 25,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect) · Suspension Ball Joint (inspect)
Every 37,500 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 45,000 miExhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
At 60,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 60,000 miEmission Control System (inspect)
Every 75,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash) · Spark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2006-2010 Mazda Mazda5 models represent the highest-complaint plateau of this generation, with federal complaints ranging from 57 to 78 before dropping significantly in later years. The 2009 model year falls squarely within this early-generation peak, recording 64 complaints, 3 recalls, and 1 investigation—figures that closely mirror the 67 complaints and 2 recalls of the preceding 2008 model. For the 2009 specifically, steering is the dominant concern with 15 complaints, followed by tires (8), suspension (6), and the electrical system (5), alongside 4 crash and 2 fire complaints, though the data does not specify the root causes of these incidents. While its complaint volume is slightly lower than the debut 2006 model's 78, the increase to 3 recalls suggests lingering regulatory concerns before Mazda reduced these figures in 2010 and beyond. Consequently, the 2009 Mazda5 represents an average-risk year within a high-complaint era, making it a fair but less compelling choice compared to the lower-complaint later years of this generation.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
214
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
64
Owner complaints
4 involved a crash · 2 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 64 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Steering15
Tires8
Suspension6
Electrical System5
Tires,Wheels3
Structure2
Engine2
Wheels2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

10V374000Steering:Electric Power Assist SystemReported 12/08/2010

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… 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…

10V600000Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Fuel PumpReported 24/11/2010

MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 MAZDA5 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 29, 2009, THROUGH APRIL 28, 2010. WATER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN REMOVED COMPLETELY FROM THE HARNESS CONNECTOR OF THE FUEL PUMP DUE TO… Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP CONNECTOR AND IF NECESSARY IT WILL BE REPLACED AND THE HARNESS WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 6, 2010…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 214 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SA-041-262026-06-18Electrical SystemThis SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are noted in…
SA-029-262026-04-21Power TrainThis Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are…
SA-061-252025-12-17Electrical SystemIf you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start…
07-004-25a2025-12-10Unknown Or OtherA musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system…
SA-039/252025-08-21StructureSome vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage such (melted, separating, etc.)…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2009 Mazda5 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Mazda5 get?

EPA figures are 21 city / 27 highway / 23 combined mpg.