Mazda CX-3, CX-5, MAZDA2 And 3 More Recall R/2021/435: Low Pressure Fuel Pump Impeller Might Become Deformed, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 4 Jan 2022
- Launched
- 26,974
- vehicles in the UK
- AM039A
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mazda recalled CX-3, CX-5, MAZDA2 and 3 more vehicles built between 18 October 2017 and 6 September 2019. The impeller in the low-pressure fuel pump may become deformed causing fuel pump failure. The dealer will replace the low-pressure fuel pump with an improved part. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The impeller in the low-pressure fuel pump may become deformed causing fuel pump failure.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP IMPELLER MIGHT BECOME DEFORMED Defect: The impeller in the low-pressure fuel pump may become deformed causing fuel pump failure. Remedy: Replace the low-pressure fuel pump with an improved part.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause fuel pump failure.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the low-pressure fuel pump with an improved part.
Are You Affected?
CX-3, CX-5, MAZDA2 and 3 more built between 18 October 2017 and 6 September 2019 may be included. Mazda estimates 26,974 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 campaign code AM039A or the DVSA reference R/2021/435. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MX5Fuel pipe concern | Urgent | R/2025/442 | |
| MX5Traction/Stability light may fail to illuminate | Urgent | R/2025/202 | |
| MX5Parking assist unit reprogramming | Low | R/2025/043 | |
| CX-30, MAZDA3On affected vehicles the images from the rear view / 360 cameras may not display | Low | R/2023/312 | |
| CX-5Catalytic reduction (scr) system wiring may become damaged by contamination | Low | R/2021/439 |
This is one of 103 Mazda recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mazda recall launched before it was R/2021/411 on 13 Dec 2021, for fuel may leak from fuel pump rings. The one launched after it was R/2021/439 on 11 Jan 2022, for catalytic reduction (scr) system wiring may become damaged by contamination. You can also see every Mazda recall, the Mazda MAZDA2 recall history, all recalls launched in 2022 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2021/435, launched 4 January 2022. 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.