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Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 28 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 28 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2018 Mazda CX-5

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2019 Mazda CX-5

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

Similar estimates

fuel-cost estimates are similar.

Short answer: CX-5 needs more recall homework, CX-5 has more complaint activity and CX-5 has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2019 Mazda CX-5 2018 Mazda CX-5 Difference
Total recalls 2 3 CX-5 has 1 more recalls
Total complaints 252 106 CX-5 has 146 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 7 / 2 / 4 / 0 1 / 0 / 1 / 0 CX-5 has 11 more severity reports
Defect investigations 0 0 Similar
Open investigations 0 0 Similar
Manufacturer communications 558 631 CX-5 has 73 more communications
Recall completion reports 14 20 CX-5 has 6 more reports
Warranty programs 36 29 CX-5 has 7 more warranty programs
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Nov 12, 2021 Nov 12, 2021 Similar
Latest complaint May 26, 2026 May 27, 2026 CX-5 has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Engine
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Electrical System
  • Engine
  • Power Train
  • Power Train Engine
 Similar focus
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 28 combined MPG 28 combined MPG Same
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $2,150 $2,150 Similar
Safety-rating records 2 4 Different availability

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2019 Mazda CX-5

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and unknown or other repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2018 Mazda CX-5

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and power train repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2019 Mazda CX-5

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories

2018 Mazda CX-5

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Power Train Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

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