Mazda Recall 20V-063: Exterior lighting – headlights

Affected: 2016 Mazda CX-5. Filed with NHTSA on February 6, 2020, covering about 36,761 vehicles.

The problem

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 CX-5 vehicles. The LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) may fail while driving.

The risk

If the DRL fails, the vehicle's visibility may be reduced to other drivers on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlights, and replace the sealing gasket or headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 20, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4320A.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign20V-063 (20V063000)
Manufacturer number4320A
ManufacturerMazda Motor Corp.
ComponentExterior lighting › Headlights
Report dateFebruary 6, 2020
Owners notifiedMarch 20, 2020
Vehicles affected36,761
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the lights

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 20V-063 repair free?

Yes. Mazda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlights, and replace the sealing gasket or headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 20, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 36,761 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.