Recalls, complaints, and safety data from NHTSA
The 2019 Mazda CX-5 has 2 recalls, 259 complaints, and a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.
2
Recalls
259
Complaints
★★★★★
Safety Rating
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated July 9, 2026
19V497000
ENGINE
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain con...
21V875000
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...
Overall
★★★★★
Front Crash
★★★★★
Side Crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rating for: 2019 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| May 26, 2026 | ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | My 2019 Mazda CX-5 (equipped with the 2.5L naturally aspirated SkyActiv-G engine with cylinder deact... |
| May 15, 2026 | ENGINE | Cylinder block cracked on back side of engine. This crack leaks oil onto the exhaust manifold. Con... |
| May 11, 2026 | ENGINE | On May 11th I was driving my 2019 Mazda CX-5 with approximately 35,000 miles when my cabin filled wi... |
| May 5, 2026 | ENGINE | This 2019 Mazda CX 5 is experiencing a crack in the oil cylinder. THis appears to be connected to: T... |
| Apr 23, 2026 | ENGINE | I own a 2019 Mazda CX-5 with approximately 36,000 miles. The vehicle developed a strong burning oil ... |
| Apr 17, 2026 | ENGINE | A Mazda Dealership should me a Mazda cx5 2019, in 2023, at nearly 38k miles, right about where many ... |
| Apr 16, 2026 | SEATS | Today I was using this vehicle and the cars my pocket got stuck in between the car seat dial for the... |
| Apr 15, 2026 | ENGINE | The cylinder head cracked, causing a coolant leak, which then lead to the car overheating. My car wa... |
| Mar 23, 2026 | AIR BAGS | I am reporting a safety defect in my 2019 Mazda CX‑5 involving the heated seats and airbag system. T... |
| Mar 17, 2026 | POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | My car has an issue officially diagnosed by a reputable mechanic that matches the claim of the forme... |
| Mar 12, 2026 | ENGINE | We began occasionally smelling an acrid smell, but didn't think much of it due to lack of visible le... |
| Mar 5, 2026 | ENGINE | My 2019 Mazda CX-5 with approximately 78,000 miles developed a sudden major engine oil leak. The Maz... |
| Mar 5, 2026 | ENGINE | My 2019 Mazda CX-5 started to smoke from the engine and I could smell oil burning. My car was due fo... |
| Mar 3, 2026 | ENGINE | Cylinder head is cracked and leaking oil. The Cylinder head has an active warranty extension but Ma... |
| Feb 20, 2026 | ENGINE | I am reporting a premature engine failure on my 2019 Mazda CX-5 with approximately 55,000 miles. The... |
| Feb 20, 2026 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | My fuel pump burned out after only 60k miles.... very expensive repair. Mazda said the problem was ... |
| Feb 14, 2026 | ENGINE | The engine cylinder head cracked and is leaking engine oil. This component is available for inspecti... |
| Feb 14, 2026 | POWER TRAIN,ENGINE | The vehicle's cylinder head has developed a structural crack at on the casting, a known manufacturin... |
| Feb 11, 2026 | POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Oil is leaking from the front timing chain cover and the vehicle is available for inspection upon re... |
| Feb 1, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | My wife's vehicle has a "Infotainment screen" (dashboard touch screen). There is a class action sui... |