Mazda CX-5 recalls

Every NHTSA recall campaign for the 2013–2026 CX-5, listed once each with the model years it covers. Data through Oct 4, 2026.

Check a CX-5 for open recalls

Enter the 17-character VIN on NHTSA's official lookup. It shows any recall that hasn't been repaired on that vehicle; a Mazda dealer fixes it free.

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Recall campaigns: 9
Do not drive or park outside: 0
Model years covered: 2013–2026

Recalls by model year

Each campaign is listed under every model year it covers.

Year	Campaigns	Recall IDs
2013	1	16V644000
2014	4	16V644000 16V203000 16V064000 16E002000
2015	4	16V644000 16V203000 16V064000 16E002000
2016	5	20V063000 16V644000 16V203000 16V064000 16E002000
2017	1	17V744000
2018	3	21V875000 19V497000 18V426000
2019	2	21V875000 19V497000
2020	None
2021	None
2022	None
2023	None
2024	None
2025	None
2026	None

Every CX-5 recall campaign

Newest first. Open a campaign for the defect, risk, remedy and what to do.

Delivery › Fuel pumpThe impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.2018–2019 modelsNov 12, 2021121,038 vehicles21V875000
Defect
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.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge.
Exterior lighting › HeadlightsThe LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) may fail while driving.2016 modelFeb 6, 202036,761 vehicles20V063000
Defect
The LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) may fail while driving.
Risk
If the DRL fails, the vehicle's visibility may be reduced to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the headlights, and replace the sealing gasket or headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.
Cited in owner complaints we researched: 6 complaints about led headlight or daytime running light fails.
EngineA software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.2018–2019 modelsJun 27, 2019262,220 vehicles19V497000
Defect
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.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the PCM software, free of charge.
Air bags › Side/windowIn the event of a side impact or rollover crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly unfold during deployment.…2018 modelJun 25, 2018682 vehicles18V426000
Defect
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.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the curtain air bags, free of charge.
Trailer hitchesMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2017 CX-5 vehicles equipped with an accessory trailer…2017 modelNov 21, 20171,076 vehicles17V744000
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2017 CX-5 vehicles equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness.
Risk
Contact with the muffler may damage the trailer wiring harness, potentially resulting in the trailer lighting being inoperative, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reroute the trailer hitch harness away from the muffler, replacing the harness if it is damaged, free of charge.
Body › Hatchback/liftgateOn the affected vehicles, the lift gate support struts may corrode, possibly causing the struts to break and/or the…2013–2016 modelsSep 6, 2016580,455 vehicles16V644000
Defect
On the affected vehicles, the lift gate support struts may corrode, possibly causing the struts to break and/or the lift gate to drop unexpectedly.
Risk
If the lift gate falls unexpectedly, it may hit the user, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Mazda dealers will replace the both lift gate supports, free of charge, however parts are not currently available.
SteeringThe lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing…2014–2016 modelsApr 11, 2016578 vehicles16V203000
Defect
The lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing the steering knuckle to separate.
Risk
If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the lower mounting nuts and bolts that secure the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle.
Tank assembly › Filler pipe and capThe affected vehicles have a fuel filler pipe that may rupture in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail…2014–2016 modelsFeb 3, 2016268,799 vehicles16V064000
Defect
The affected vehicles have a fuel filler pipe that may rupture in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk
A rupture of the fuel filler pipe may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will alter the attachment between the fuel filler pipe and the left rear side of the bracket of the fuel filler pipe, free of charge.
Visibility › WindshieldThe affected windshields have a bracket mounted on the inside to hold a laser sensor or LIDAR device for the Smart…2014–2016 modelsJan 19, 2016193 vehicles16E002000
Defect
The affected windshields have a bracket mounted on the inside to hold a laser sensor or LIDAR device for the Smart City Brake Support system. These brackets were improperly affixed with only tape instead of tape and urethane and therefore may loosen.
Risk
If the bracket loosens or detaches from the windshield, the safety features of the Smart City Brake Support system may be disabled and therefore increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Pilkington will contact the wholesalers and retailers that purchased the windshields to try to identify the affected customers.

What to do

Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If a recall is open, any dealer will fix it free. For NHTSA's full record of a campaign, search its number there (for example 21V875000).

Questions

How many recalls does the Mazda CX-5 have?

NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for the 2013–2026 CX-5, none with a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. A campaign often covers several model years, so each is counted once.

Which CX-5 model year has the most recalls?

The 2016 CX-5, with 5 recall campaigns. More recalls don't by themselves make a year worse: check what each one fixes and that it was done.

How do I check if a CX-5 has an open recall?

Enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (the VIN is on the driver's side of the dashboard, seen through the windshield, and on the registration). It shows any recall not yet repaired on that vehicle. A Mazda dealer does recall repairs free.