2021 Mazda CX-5 Recalls
No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Mazda CX-5. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 189 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the engine. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Complaints by component
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“The contact owns a 2021 mazda cx-5. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph on the interstate and changing lanes, the blind spot warning light was inoperable. The contact stated that the blind spot indicator then became operable. An independent mechanic was notified of the failure and stated…”
“My 2021 mazda cx‑5 is experiencing excessive oil consumption. The vehicle is burning oil between regular oil changes, and the oil level drops noticeably before the recommended service interval. I have noticed a burning smell and/or signs of oil loss without visible leaks. This raises concerns…”
“2021 mazda cx‑5 (vin: [xxx] ). First low‑oil warning at 17,800 miles. ([xxx]) mazda dealership in la crosse, wi performed an oil change and fully refilled the oil. Second low‑oil warning at 18,700 miles — only 900 miles later. ([xxx]) this indicates rapid, abnormal oil loss consistent with…”
“2021 mazda cx‑5 (vin: [xxx] ). First low‑oil warning at 17,800 miles. ([xxx]) mazda dealership in la crosse, wi performed an oil change and fully refilled the oil. Second low‑oil warning at 18,700 miles — only 900 miles later. ([xxx]) this indicates rapid, abnormal oil loss consistent with…”
“2021 mazda cx5 awd- non turbo engine. Sunny day, dry. My car was clean. No precipitation. Some shadows of the interstate light poles across the road 200-300 feet in front of me, but they were thin shadows. Sun was to my left. I was driving south on may 01 2026 about 10am on the interstate going…”
“2021 mazda cx5 awd- non turbo engine. Sunny day, dry. My car was clean. No precipitation. Some shadows of the interstate light poles across the road 200-300 feet in front of me, but they were thin shadows. Sun was to my left. I was driving south on may 01 2026 about 10am on the interstate going…”
“2021 mazda cx5 awd- non turbo engine. Sunny day, dry. My car was clean. No precipitation. Some shadows of the interstate light poles across the road 200-300 feet in front of me, but they were thin shadows. Sun was to my left. I was driving south on may 01 2026 about 10am on the interstate going…”
“The contact owns a 2021 mazda cx-5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the forward collision avoidance automatic emergency brakes activated unintendedly, and the vehicle jerked to the left and independently accelerated and moved back in the lane intended lane. The…”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2021 Mazda CX-5 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.