Recall Radar

2018 Mazda CX-5 recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2018 Mazda CX-5. The most recent was reported on November 12, 2021.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
November 12, 202121V-875Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump121,038
June 27, 201919V-497Engine262,220
June 25, 201818V-426Air bags: side/window682

Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

November 12, 2021 · Mazda Motor Corp. · Campaign 21V-875

What is wrong: 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: Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The 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.

Engine

June 27, 2019 · Mazda Motor Corp. · Campaign 19V-497

What is wrong: 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: An unexpected stall increases the risk of a crash.

The 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.

Air bags: side/window

June 25, 2018 · Mazda Motor Corp. · Campaign 18V-426

What is wrong: 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 the air bags do not deploy properly in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

The 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.

Other model years of the Mazda CX-5

All Mazda CX-5 recalls · All Mazda recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Mazda CX-5 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2018 Mazda CX-5, the most recent reported on November 12, 2021. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2018 Mazda CX-5?

Fuel system, gasoline (1), Engine (1), Air bags (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 3 of the 3 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.