NHTSA Complaint #11570662 — 2018 MAZDA CX-5 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11570662
Vehicle	2018 MAZDA CX-5
Component	FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Date of Incident	November 3, 2023
Date Filed	February 7, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	PA

Consumer Description

Vehicle engine has stalled multiple times at low speeds. Vehicle will not restart immediately. In order to get vehicle to restart, gas must be revved while pressing start button to get engine to restart. It appears as if fuel is not being delivered to engine. Electrical components remain functional. Vehicle was inspected by dealer and issue could not be recreated. No issues were found. No warning lights displayed or codes found upon inspection. No symptoms of problem; occurrence is sporadic. It has caused traffic and safety hazards due to stalling in roadways.

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