2021 Mazda CX-5 Service and Repair Manual
This manual is built specifically for the 2021 Mazda CX-5, covering the turbocharged 2.5L inline-four (VIN Y) and naturally aspirated 2.5L inline-four (VIN M) as Mazda documented them for this exact model year, so the torque values and diagnostic steps you pull match your engine and trim instead of a generic CX-5 writeup.
Engines covered
- 2.5L inline-four (152 cu in) — DOHC, turbocharged, gasoline
- 2.5L inline-four (152 cu in) — DOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline
Body styles covered
- 4-door sport utility
Trims covered
- 100th Anniversary Edition
- Carbon Edition
- Carbon Edition Turbo
- Grand Touring
- Grand Touring Reserve
- GS
- GT
- GX
- i Grand Touring
- I Sport
- Kuro Edition
- s Grand Touring
- Signature
- Sport
- Touring
Known issues on the 2021 CX-5. No recalls are on federal record for the 2021 CX-5, and no complaints are logged for the year either.
With a clean federal record, this manual is your baseline for correct, factory-spec maintenance on either the turbo or naturally aspirated 2.5L, from scheduled service to any diagnostic work down the road.
This service alert supersedes the previously issued service alert listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. SA-047/25 10/07/25 DESCRIPTION When the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) replacement is necessary due to a failure, use MDARS to
Valve Stem Seals Class Action Settlement Program for Excessive Oil Consumption and Oil Consumption Powertrain Warranty Extension Special Service Program SSPD5. Updated April 28, 2026 Related oil part number for warranty claims is now 0000-7
DESCRIPTION Some vehicles may require the replacement of a damaged VIN plate or vehicle certification label. To obtain a replacement VIN plate (bulkhead-mounted and visible through the lower-left area of the windshield), contact DAG (Dealer
This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red. SA-011/24 02/12/24, 06/06/24, 07/29/24 DESCRIPTION Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all ma
This SA supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below. The changes are noted below in Red. SA-007/25 10/22/25, 06/02/25 and 02/03/25 DESCRIPTION The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8
This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued M-Tip(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. MT-002/19 09/30/19 and 12/19/19 DESCRIPTION If an engine assembly is replaced after a catastrophic internal mechanical failure, cl
This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SAs and bulletin(s) listed below: The changes are noted below in red. SA-010/23 02/09/23 DESCRIPTION Some customers may experience one or more electrical malfunctions after a vehicle body
This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued M-Tip(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. MT-003/22 03/02/22 DESCRIPTION Some customers may complain about a tapping or knocking noise coming from the rear seat after fuel
Showing the 8 most recent of 484 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
2021 Mazda CX-5. On 8/6/24, I turned right into a parking space between 2 parked vehicles at the DMV parking lot. I turned right and eased into the parking space facing a large Ford F 150 white picku
2021 Mazda CX-5. On 8/6/24, I turned right into a parking space between 2 parked vehicles at the DMV parking lot. I turned right and eased into the parking space facing a large Ford F 150 white picku
2021 Mazda CX-5. On 8/6/24, I turned right into a parking space between 2 parked vehicles at the DMV parking lot. I turned right and eased into the parking space facing a large Ford F 150 white picku
On April 16, 2022, around 6:45PM, I drove my new Mazda CX5 (@ 3500 miles) into our church parking lot and turned right down the first row of cars. It was light out and the weather was pleasant. I tu
On April 16, 2022, around 6:45PM, I drove my new Mazda CX5 (@ 3500 miles) into our church parking lot and turned right down the first row of cars. It was light out and the weather was pleasant. I tu
Showing the 5 most serious of 186 complaints filed with NHTSA.
