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Service bulletins for the 2021 Mazda CX-5

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

501 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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SA-013-21e2021-06-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Some customers may complain about any of the following: Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment (and Software Update Error message on 2020 Mazda3 only). Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop, Door Lock / Unlock, Lights ON / OFF, MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle reception strength icon shows "X" or " ".
SA-030-212021-06-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Auxiliary key blank cutting procedure: There are currently 2 methods for cutting a new auxiliary key blank. A. Auxiliary Key Trace Cut Method, B. Auxiliary Key Code Cut Method
MT-002-212021-06-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. When programming a key or installing a Genuine Mazda Accessory Remote Engine Start system, you may encounter programming difficulty. This may be caused by a customer installed aftermarket decorative trim and/or cover on the START/STOP ENGINE button. The aftermarket accessory may create electrical interference, which may interfere with programming.
MT-001-212021-06-01. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT. If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal Workshop Manual diagnosis. Aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical concern. Ask the customer if any aftermarket devices have been installed.
SA-029-212021-05-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. APPLE CARPLAY / ANDRID AURO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) The following vehicles are not equipped with Apple CarPlay™ / Android Auto™, but it can be activated using MDARS. See Activation instructions on MGSS -> Infotainment -> MAZDA CONNECT Updates -> Apple Carplay / Android Auto MDARS Activation Instructions
SA-012-21d2021-04-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. MAZDA CONNECTED SERVICES - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ): Index: General Questions, Setup and Getting Started, Registration / Enrollment, WI-FI General Information, WI-FI How-To, WI-FI Trial Period, Interacting With The App, Service Issues, Troubleshooting, Reception Level Inspection, Dealer Processes, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Will Not Function, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Function Will turn engine OFF, Educational Videos, Resources
SA-014-21c2021-04-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Some customers may complain about an infotainment reboot and the infotainment system recovers if the Navigation SD card is removed (see attached video). NOTE: This concern may be present on a 2019-2020 Mazda3 or a 2020 CX-30 after the customer updates the Navigation SD card map software using Mazda Toolbox.
SA-027-212021-04-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. MAZDA CONNECT Symptom Troubleshooting (7th Generation Vehicles). Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure
16-001-21-37802021-04-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. NOTE: This service bulletin supersedes "DRW34 - 2021 CX-9 AND CX-5 MAZDA CONNECT SETTINGS CONCERN". Some customers may notice that some items such as the View Monitor, Parking Sensor or Hands-Free Liftgate settings do not appear in customize setting screen.
DRW382021-04-06. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT. DRW38 - RESIDUE OR STAIN BY WRAPGUARD ON BELTLINE - On the subject vehicles shipped from MC on January 8, 2021, added wrap guard was temporarily attached on the beltline molding (both left and right) to protect the beltline molding from misty seawater (for rust prevention). The wrap guard was to be removed prior to shipment. The affected vehicles need to have the wrap guard removed and then inspect the beltline molding for any signs of adhesive residue or possible rust spots.
SA-013-21c2021-04-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE. IMPORTANT NOTE: Some 2020 Mazda3 vehicles may have incorrect infotainment software version 10042 installed. The incorrect software will cause MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment errors. Go to SSPC1. Some customers may complain about any of the following: Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code during the MyMazda App, Connected Vehicle enrollment (and Software Update Error message on 2020 Mazda3 only). Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop, Door Lock / Unlock, Lights ON / OFF
SA-012-21c2021-04-06. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. MAZDA CONNECTED SERVICES - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ): Index: General Questions, Setup and Getting Started, Registration / Enrollment, WI-FI General Information, WI-FI How-To, WI-FI Trial Period, Interacting With The App, Service Issues, Troubleshooting, Reception Level Inspection, Dealer Processes, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Will Not Function, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Function Will turn engine OFF, Educational Videos, Resources
SA-024-212021-04-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Be aware that the fuses removed at the factory have been changed. The fuses removed from the relay and fuse block (1) are as follows: Previous, Room (15A), Audio1 (15A), New, Room (25A), BOSE (25A).
SA-022-212021-04-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HUD:CAMERA/SENSOR; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; VISIBILITY. When performing the MGSS Workshop Manual 360° View Monitor System Aiming Procedure, M-MDS may show error message "Procedure unsuccessful". This may be caused by light glare on the SST.
SA-014-21b2021-04-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Some customers may complaint about an infotainment reboot. The infotainment system recovers if the Navigation SD card is removed (see attached video).
SA-012-21a2021-03-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. MAZDA CONNECTED SERVICES - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ): Index: General Questions, Setup and Getting Started, Registration / Enrollment, WI-FI General Information, WI-FI How-To, WI-FI Trial Period, Interacting With The App, Service Issues, Troubleshooting, Reception Level Inspection, Dealer Processes, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Will Not Function, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Function Will turn engine OFF, Educational Videos, Resources
SA-012-212021-03-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. MAZDA CONNECTED SERVICES - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ): Index: General Questions, Setup and Getting Started, Registration / Enrollment, WI-FI General Information, WI-FI How-To, WI-FI Trial Period, Interacting With The App, Service Issues, Troubleshooting, Reception Level Inspection, Dealer Processes, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Will Not Function, Conditions for Remote Engine Start Function Will turn engine OFF, Educational Videos, Resources
SA-013-21a2021-03-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES. IMPORTANT NOTE: Some 2020 Mazda3 vehicles may have incorrect infotainment software version 10042 installed. The incorrect software will cause MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment errors. Go to SSPC1. Some customers may complain about any of the following: Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code during the MyMazda App, Connected Vehicle enrollment (and Software Update Error message on 2020 Mazda3 only). Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop, Door Lock / Unlock, Lights ON / OFF
SA-014-212021-03-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Some customers may complaint about an infotainment reboot. The infotainment system recovers if the Navigation SD card is removed (see attached video). Mazda is currently investigating this concern. Contact Hotine for the latest information.
SA-016-212021-03-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Some customers may complain about not being able to answer an iPhone incoming call via Bluetooth using the steering wheel controls or the commander switch. The infotainment center display answer button may be grayed out. This may be caused by an iPhone phone setting with iOS 14.2 and iOS 14.3. No vehicle repair is needed.
SA-008-212021-02-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. DTC P0942:49 is missing from the Workshop Manual on MGSS. Follow the repair procedure below to repair the vehicle until the information is added.
09-002-21-37702021-02-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL; EQUIPMENT. In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
07-001-21-37752021-02-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is caused by condensation, dust, and pollen within the cooling unit. This condition is usually worse during high humidity conditions. “Mazda Air Cooling Coil Coating” is available to encapsulate the mold to reduce odors. If the product is properly applied, it can effectively reduce the musty/mildew odor for up to three years.
01-003-21-37762021-02-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT. Some vehicles may experience the CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON with DTC P2610 and P2507 stored in memory after engine start and room fuse 15A (A) removed. P2610:00: Instrument cluster internal engine off timer performance problem. P2507:00: PCM battery voltage low input
SA2662021-02-01. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. MAZDA Mobile start (MMS) cannot communicate with vehicle

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