2018 Mazda Cx-5: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings
The 2018 Mazda Cx-5 has 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns and 119 owner complaints on file, with an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether recalls apply, whether repairs were completed, and what to verify before you buy.
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The 2018 Mazda Cx-5 has 3 safety recall campaigns and 119 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public model-level safety record. To see whether a specific Cx-5 had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, run that car's VIN.
Safety recalls
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
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."
ENGINE
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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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.
What owners complain about
The systems 2018 Mazda Cx-5 owners report most often to federal regulators:
NHTSA crash-test ratings
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Mazda Cx-5 have any recalls?
Yes. The 2018 Mazda Cx-5 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.
What problems do 2018 Mazda Cx-5 owners report?
Owners have filed 119 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2018 Mazda Cx-5, most often about the engine, power train, unknown or other.
How do I check a specific Cx-5's history?
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