Mazda CX-5 recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 8 safety recalls naming the Mazda CX-5, launched from 2017 to 2022. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Mazda CX-5 recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 8
- 2017 to 2022
- Latest recall
- 11 January 2022
- R/2021/439
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Mazda CX-5 recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
CATALYTIC REDUCTION (SCR) SYSTEM WIRING MAY BECOME DAMAGED BY CONTAMINATION
R/2021/439, launched 11 January 2022, 2,187 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system wiring may become damaged by contamination
Remedy: Inspect the SCR harness repair if necessary and fit protector.
LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP IMPELLER MIGHT BECOME DEFORMED
R/2021/435, launched 4 January 2022, 26,974 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CX-3, MX-5, Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda6
Defect: The impeller in the low-pressure fuel pump may become deformed causing fuel pump failure.
Remedy: Replace the low-pressure fuel pump with an improved part.
ONE OR BOTH LED DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS MAY FLICKER FLASH OR FAIL COMPLETELY
R/2020/058, launched 23 March 2020, 4,566 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: One or both LED daytime Running Lamps may flicker flash or fail completely.
Remedy: Replace sealing gaskets and install gas absorbing sheets on affected units that operate normally. Replace any faulty units.
SOOT MAY ACCUMULATE AROUND THE INTAKE SHUTTER VALVE ON THE INLET SIDE OF THE ENGINE
R/2019/187, launched 25 July 2019, 70,435 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Mazda3, Mazda6
Defect: Soot may accumulate around the intake shutter valve on the inlet side of the engine.
Remedy: Check clean or replace the intake shutter valve and update software.
INJECTOR MOUNTING NUTS TIGHTENING FORCE MAY BE INSUFFICIENT
R/2018/289, launched 17 September 2018, 11,021 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Mazda3, Mazda6
Defect: The tightening force of the injector mounting nuts may be insufficient. This could cause combustion gas to leak from the injector and contaminate the engine oil within the cylinder head. This in turn could cause the engine oil strainer to become blocked. This could cause the engine to stall. Engine Pressure Oil Light appears along with the engine malfunction indicator. Possible Engine Stall without Warning
Remedy: Vehicles affected will have the engine checked for contamination and repaired / replaced if necessary. The Fuel injectors will also be re-tightened to the appropriate torque.
FUEL INJECTOR SOFTWARE DOES NOT CONTROL THE ELECTRIC CURRENT CORRECTLY
R/2018/288, launched 17 September 2018, 48,875 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Mazda3, Mazda6
Defect: The Software controlling the fuel injectors does not control the electric current correctly. This may cause the injector control circuit to short circuit and cause the engine to stall. Results in possible Engine Stall without Warning
Remedy: Vehicles affected will have the injector control software re-programmed
VACUUM PUMP MAY WEAR PREMATURELY.
R/2018/236, launched 17 September 2018, 11,498 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Mazda3, Mazda6
Defect: The vacuum pump may wear prematurely meaning that in some applications where the brake pedal is pressed quickly whilst at low engine speed - the servo assistance provided by the vacuum system in decreased. This could cause a momentary decrease in braking performance. Braking assistance available to the driver can be reduced
Remedy: Vehicles affected will be fitted with a modified Vacuum pump.
TAILGATE MAY DROP DOWN WITHOUT WARNING
R/2017/163, launched 31 May 2017, 121,812 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CX-3, Mazda3, Mazda5, Mazda6
Defect: Water may penetrate the tailgate strut cylinder. This may cause corrosion which may affect the strut's attachment.
Remedy: Replace both tailgate struts on affected vehicles
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Mazda CX-5, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Mazda dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.