2020 Mazda Cx5 GT - Control Arm Joints
#31
I have a 2016 with 88,000 miles on it. I live in Ohio where they love road salt. Some of the bushings and washers show surface corrosion similar to what you pointed out in your photos. The condition has not changed over the time I've owned the car, so I don't think it will be a problem. And no, I am not a Mazda employee. Enjoy your CX-5.
#32
I just bought a 2020 Mazda CX5 GT. It's not even 2 weeks old and guess what - the control arm joints are already rusted. This is not ok with me.
Does anybody else have any feedback on this? Anybody else have the sane problems? Straight off the lot and already rusted....
Rusted around bolt areas.
Rusted around bolt areas
Does anybody else have any feedback on this? Anybody else have the sane problems? Straight off the lot and already rusted....
Rusted around bolt areas.
Rusted around bolt areas
Every spring or summer, i put my garden sprinkler under the car and move it around. The water spray will wash of the salt. If you want have it oil sprayed each fall. For $50. Kiss the rust warranty good bye.
Because these cars come by banana boat, the salty sea spray eats away at the metal. I just brought a new cx5 and the first day i drove it it smelt of burning oil from that was on the exhaust pipe. The dealer also warned me of this. The factory lightly sprays oil to protect during shipping and whilst sitting on dealer lots for up to 6 months rusting. You can also use rust proofing spray can to manually spray some areas, but just make sure its good for rubber.
#34
Rust
The problem is the cx 5 is assembled in Japan but contains parts made in China. Hence rust due to poor quality steel.
Does anyone have any tips on Rust Proofing?
which is the best? I heard some of this stuff will cause rubber to swell in ball joints and hoses etc. Is that true?
Does anyone have any tips on Rust Proofing?
which is the best? I heard some of this stuff will cause rubber to swell in ball joints and hoses etc. Is that true?
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