Mazda 5 Recall R/2010/217: Engine May Stall, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 4 Jan 2011
- Launched
- 1,518
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2010/217
- DVSA reference
Mazda recalled 5 vehicles built between 29 June 2009 and 28 April 2010. Due to cleaning process of the fuel tank water may have built up between the fuel pump and wiring harness connectors which can cause corrosion of the connector pins. The dealer will inspect the connectors for corrosion. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to cleaning process of the fuel tank water may have built up between the fuel pump and wiring harness connectors which can cause corrosion of the connector pins. In the extreme cases corrosion could result in an inoperative fuel pump which could cause the engine to stall or the inability to start.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY STALL Defect: It is possible that due to cleaning process of the fuel tank water may have built up between the fuel pump and wiring harness connectors which can cause corrosion of the connector pins. In the extreme cases corrosion could result in an inoperative fuel pump which could cause the engine to stall or the inability to start. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and inspect the connectors for corrosion. If corrosion or damage is found a short section of the wiring harness and fuel pump top section will be replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause corrosion of the connector pins.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect the connectors for corrosion.
Are You Affected?
5 built between 29 June 2009 and 28 April 2010 may be included. Mazda estimates 1,518 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mazda, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mazda.
- Book with any franchised Mazda dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2010/217. See how to get a Mazda recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5Fire may occur | Urgent | R/2013/035 | |
| 3, 5, 6Engine revs may increase inadvertently | Urgent | R/2008/194 | |
| 3, 5Engine mounting may fail under sudden acceleration | Low | R/2008/050 | |
| 5, 6Engine may stall | Urgent | R/2006/098 | |
| MX5Fuel pipe concern | Urgent | R/2025/442 |
This is one of 103 Mazda recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mazda recall launched before it was R/2010/137 on 13 Oct 2010, for gearbox may not perform correctly. The one launched after it was R/2011/038 on 26 May 2011, for engine may fail. You can also see every Mazda recall, all recalls launched in 2011 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/217, launched 4 January 2011. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.