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2018 MAZDA CX-5

3 recalls Risk Grade: F Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #21V875000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
What Happened
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Critical #19V497000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

ENGINE

Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
What Happened
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.
Risk if Unfixed
An unexpected stall increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3719F.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #18V426000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
What Happened
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda CX-5 vehicles. In the event of a side impact or rollover crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly unfold during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bags do not deploy properly in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Free Fix
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2718F.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall risk grade for the 2018 MAZDA CX-5?

The 2018 MAZDA CX-5 has a risk grade of F. This grade is calculated from 3 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).

How many safety recalls does the 2018 MAZDA CX-5 have?

The 2018 MAZDA CX-5 has 3 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.

What is the most severe recall for the 2018 MAZDA CX-5?

The most severe recall for the 2018 MAZDA CX-5 is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.

Is the 2018 MAZDA CX-5 safe to drive?

This model year has 3 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP recall for the 2018 MAZDA CX-5? (Campaign #21V875000)

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail. Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.

What is the ENGINE recall for the 2018 MAZDA CX-5? (Campaign #19V497000)

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall. An unexpected stall increases the risk of a crash. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3719F.

What is the AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW recall for the 2018 MAZDA CX-5? (Campaign #18V426000)

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda CX-5 vehicles. In the event of a side impact or rollover crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly unfold during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation." If the air bags do not deploy properly in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2718F.