2018 Mazda CX-5 Recalls & Safety Report
The following open safety recalls are on record with the U.S. NHTSA for the 2018 Mazda CX-5. Recalls apply to specific VINs and build ranges. Check your VIN to confirm which affect your vehicle.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Critical safety
Summary: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign # 21V875000 · Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations · Reported: 2021-11-12 · Engine/Fuel
ENGINE Critical safety
Summary: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign # 19V497000 · Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations · Reported: 2019-06-27 · Engine/Fuel
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW Critical safety
Summary: 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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign # 18V426000 · Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations · Reported: 2018-06-25 · Airbag
Recall summary
This 2018 Mazda CX-5 has 3 open recalls on record with the U.S. NHTSA.
By affected component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP — 1 recall
- ENGINE — 1 recall
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW — 1 recall
By severity
- Critical safety — 3
Most recent recall reported: 2021-11-12.
Recall data is sourced from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Mazda CX-5 have open recalls?
Yes — there are 3 open NHTSA safety recalls on record for the 2018 Mazda CX-5. Recalls apply to specific VIN and build ranges, so check your exact VIN to confirm which affect your vehicle.
How do I check if a recall applies to my exact VIN?
This page lists recalls at the model level. Enter your 17-character VIN on our free VIN lookup to see which recalls apply to your specific car and to monitor it for new ones.
Who pays for a recall repair?
Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge by a franchised dealer for the affected make — the manufacturer covers the cost. Start by confirming your VIN is affected, then contact a dealer.
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