Is there a fuel system recall on the 2019 Mazda CX-5?

Yes. Recall 21V875000, reported November 12, 2021, covers a low-pressure fuel pump whose impeller may crack and deform, which can lead to engine stalling. Mazda dealers replace the fuel pump free of charge.

How many fuel system complaints does the 2019 CX-5 have?

NHTSA lists 21 Fuel System complaints for the 2019 CX-5, which is 8% of its 270 total complaints for the model year.

At what mileage do 2019 CX-5 fuel system problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 23,500 miles.

Did the fuel pump recall cause any crashes or injuries in the 2019 CX-5?

Based on the data provided, NHTSA lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries tied to this fuel system issue for the 2019 CX-5.

2019 Mazda CX-5 Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 21 Fuel System complaints for the 2019 Mazda CX-5, 8% of its 270 total complaints. A related recall (21V875000) covers a low-pressure fuel pump impeller that can crack and cause engine stalling. Median mileage at failure is 23,500 miles.

Fuel System complaints: 21; 8% of 270
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 23,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Engine loses power or stalls suddenly while driving, sometimes at highway speeds around 65 mph, with the accelerator not responding.
Owners report receiving the fuel pump recall notice (21V875000) but being told replacement parts were unavailable for months, leaving the stall risk unresolved.
Vehicle stalls at a stop or low speed, engine light comes on, and the car requires several attempts to restart.
Some owners describe intermittent power loss in low gears in cold, below-freezing conditions that resolves once shifted to a higher gear.
Separate from the fuel system, some owners report oil leaking and smoking from the cylinder head area.

When 2019 Mazda CX-5 fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 2, 2020, latest Aug 28, 2026.

21 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2020 to Aug 2026; peak Feb 2022 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2019 Mazda CX-5

NHTSA 21V875000Nov 12, 2021Fuel System121,038 vehicles
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.
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.

Fuel System complaints by CX-5 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20120 (0%)
201310 (5%)
20147 (2%)
20157 (5%)
201620 (4%)
201714 (9%)
201839 (11%)
201921 (8%)
20204 (4%)
20218 (5%)
20224 (6%)
20232 (3%)
20241 (2%)
20253 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

Is there a fuel system recall on the 2019 Mazda CX-5?: Yes. Recall 21V875000, reported November 12, 2021, covers a low-pressure fuel pump whose impeller may crack and deform, which can lead to engine stalling. Mazda dealers replace the fuel pump free of charge.
How many fuel system complaints does the 2019 CX-5 have?: NHTSA lists 21 Fuel System complaints for the 2019 CX-5, which is 8% of its 270 total complaints for the model year.
At what mileage do 2019 CX-5 fuel system problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 23,500 miles.
Did the fuel pump recall cause any crashes or injuries in the 2019 CX-5?: Based on the data provided, NHTSA lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries tied to this fuel system issue for the 2019 CX-5.