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Every NHTSA recall on the Mazda models we track, by model and year. Check yours by VIN.
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Recalls by model. Campaigns per model, all years.
Tap a model for every recall in one list. Models on sale for more years have had more time to collect recalls.
The biggest Mazda recalls. By vehicles in the campaign, since 2010.
- Body structure · recall issued Sep 2016 · CX-5, Mazda3, Mazda5 · model years 2010–2016
On the affected vehicles, the lift gate support struts may corrode, possibly causing the struts to break and/or the lift gate to drop unexpectedly.
580,455 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V644000
- Airbags · recall issued Jul 2017 · RX-8, Mazda6 · model years 2003–2008 Park it: don't drive
The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including manufacturing variability that, over time, could cause the inflator t…
308,992 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V474000
- Airbags · recall issued Jun 2018 · MPV, RX-8, Mazda6 · model years 2003–2011 Park it: don't drive
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
308,591 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V402000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Feb 2016 · CX-5 · model years 2014–2016
The affected vehicles have a fuel filler pipe that may rupture in the event of a crash.
268,799 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V064000
- Engine · recall issued Jun 2019 · CX-5, Mazda3, Mazda6 · model years 2018–2019
A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.
262,220 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V497000
- Airbags · recall issued Jul 2021 · Mazda3 · model years 2004–2007
During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.
260,915 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V494000
The newest Mazda recalls.
- Electrical · recall issued Sep 2025 · CX-90 · model years 2024–2025
The fuel gauge in the instrument cluster may display an inaccurate fuel reading.
104,854 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V568000
- Airbags · recall issued May 2025 · Mazda3 · model years 2024–2025
The Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) units may set an error code and deactivate the air bags, due to a low battery condition.
171,412 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V357000
- Electrical · recall issued Oct 2024 · CX-90 · model year 2024
The engine may not restart after the idling stop feature (i-stop) turns off the engine due to a software issue.
38,926 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V816000
- Electrical · recall issued Oct 2024 · CX-90 · model years 2024–2025
During vehicle startup, the defroster, seat belt warning, 360° view monitor functions, and the PHEV high-voltage battery cooling system may not function properly.
80,915 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V814000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Oct 2024 · CX-90 · model year 2024
The powertrain control module (PCM) and engine control modules (ECM) software may cause malfunction indicator lights to illuminate and a loss of drive power.
31,488 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V815000
- Electrical · recall issued Oct 2024 · CX-90 · model year 2024
Improper inverter software may cause the malfunction indicator lights to illuminate, and a loss of drive power may occur while in electric vehicle (EV) mode.
14,902 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V817000
Park-it warnings 12
NHTSA flagged these: don't drive the car, or park it outside, until the fix is done.
- Airbags · recall issued Oct 2019 · CX-7, CX-9, Mazda6 · model years 2007–2012 Park it: don't drive
These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.
69,879 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V782000
- Airbags · recall issued Oct 2019 · MPV, RX-8, Mazda6 · model years 2003–2008 Park it: don't drive
These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design.
47,006 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V781000
- Airbags · recall issued Jun 2019 · RX-8 · model years 2010–2011 Park it: don't drive
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.
211 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V488000
- Airbags · recall issued Oct 2018 · CX-7, CX-9, Mazda6 · model years 2010–2015 Park it: don't drive
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
155,436 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V717000
- Airbags · recall issued Jun 2018 · MPV, RX-8, Mazda6 · model years 2003–2011 Park it: don't drive
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
308,591 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V402000
- Airbags · recall issued Jun 2018 · MPV, RX-8 · model years 2005–2009 Park it: don't drive
On July 9, 2019 this recall was expanded to include certain 2005-2009 RX-8 vehicles that were previously recalled under 17V-011 but have not yet been repaired.
4,184 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V404000
- Airbags · recall issued Jun 2018 · RX-8 · model years 2009–2010 Park it: don't drive
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.
237 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V403000
- Airbags · recall issued Jan 2018 · CX-7, CX-9, Mazda6 · model years 2009–2010, 2013 Park it: don't drive
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
70,227 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V018000
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- Airbags · recall issued Jul 2017 · RX-8, Mazda6 · model years 2003–2008 Park it: don't drive
The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including manufacturing variability that, over time, could cause the inflator t…
308,992 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V474000
- Airbags · recall issued Jul 2017 · CX-7, CX-9, Mazda6 · model years 2007–2009, 2012 Park it: don't drive
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
79,402 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V457000
- Airbags · recall issued Jun 2017 · CX-7, CX-9, Mazda6 · model years 2007–2011 Park it: don't drive
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment.
205,377 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V429000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Oct 2015 · Mazda3 · model years 2015–2016 Park it: don't drive
The affected vehicles are equipped with a fuel tank with a shut-off valve that can allow fuel to enter into the fuel tank emissions systems.
14,411 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V621000
Is one open on your Mazda?
A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car. NHTSA's public recall data works by make, model and year, so these lists cover every car of that model year, not one VIN. Whether a recall was already fixed on a particular car is in the automaker's records: type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any dealer of that brand. The repair is free.
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Questions
How many recalls does Mazda have?
133 NHTSA recall campaigns on the 12 Mazda models we track, model years 2000–2025. A campaign that covers several models or years counts once.
Which Mazda has the most recalls?
The Mazda6, with 31 campaigns. Then the Mazda3 (30), the Tribute (22), the MPV (16). Models with more model years on sale have had more time to collect recalls.
What is the biggest Mazda recall?
NHTSA 16V644000 (body structure, Sep 2016): 580,455 vehicles in the whole campaign, on the CX-5, Mazda3, Mazda5 among the models we track. On the affected vehicles, the lift gate support struts may corrode, possibly causing the struts to break and/or the lift gate to drop unexpectedly.
What is the newest Mazda recall?
Filed Sep 2025 for the CX-90 (NHTSA 25V568000): The fuel gauge in the instrument cluster may display an inaccurate fuel reading.
How do I check a Mazda for recalls by VIN?
Type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any Mazda dealer: that shows whether a recall is still open on that car. Our VIN check decodes it and lists every recall for that model year. Recall repairs are free.
Is Mazda reliable? · Recall check for every make
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns (api.nhtsa.gov), matched to the model names owners use in NHTSA complaints. Vehicle counts and the "park it" warnings come from NHTSA's recall file, which starts in 2010, so older recalls have no count. A campaign's count covers every make and model in it.
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