Recall 10V600 affects 16,200 2009-2010 Mazda MAZDA5 vehicles for fuel-pump connector corrosion. Repair is free at any franchised Mazda dealer.
Mazda is recalling 16,200 2009-2010 MAZDA5 vehicles because water left in the fuel pump harness connector can corrode the connector pin and cause it to break. A broken pin can make the fuel pump inoperative, stall the engine, prevent restart, and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The fuel pump on the 2009-2010 Mazda MAZDA5 sits in the fuel tank and sends fuel forward to the engine. Its wiring harness connector is the electrical plug that powers the pump. When the connector pins are clean and tight, the pump receives steady power and keeps fuel moving while the engine runs.
On affected MAZDA5 vehicles, water remained in the fuel pump harness connector after the fuel tank leak check process before assembly. That trapped moisture can corrode a connector pin. As corrosion weakens the pin, it can break, interrupting the electrical connection the fuel pump needs to operate.
An owner is not given a clear early clue from the recall filing. There is no warning sign before failure. If the connector pin breaks, the fuel pump connection is lost at that point, so the problem can appear as a sudden no-start or stall condition.
Who's affected?
The same fuel-system component is listed for both model years.
| 2009 Mazda MAZDA5 | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2010 Mazda MAZDA5 | fuel system |
| Units affected | 16,200 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific minivan is included.
What's the safety risk?
An inoperative fuel pump can cause the engine to stall and prevent it from restarting, which increases crash risk. If the engine stalls or will not restart, get the vehicle out of traffic when safe and call a Mazda dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Mazda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2010 Mazda MAZDA5 is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Mazda dealer to ask whether the free fuel-pump connector inspection is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the fuel-pump connector inspection and harness repair that addresses corrosion at the pump connector.
- Bring the recall notice if Mazda sent one. If not, reference recall number 10V600 when you call.
- Avoid driving after an engine stall. Have the MAZDA5 towed to a Mazda dealer if it stalls and will not restart.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mazda technician inspects the fuel pump connector for corrosion or damage from trapped water in the harness connector. If the connector needs replacement, the technician replaces it and repairs the related harness. The filing says the safety recall began on December 6, 2010. For a 2009-2010 MAZDA5 still unrepaired under this campaign, the dealer repair will be free once available for that VIN.
Timeline
| November 24, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 6, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V600?
Recall 10V600 covers 16,200 2009-2010 Mazda MAZDA5 vehicles with fuel pump connector corrosion that can break a connector pin. That can stop the fuel pump, stall the engine, and prevent restart. Mazda dealers inspect the connector and repair or replace affected parts for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2010 Mazda MAZDA5 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific MAZDA5 is included in recall 10V600. If it is, contact a franchised Mazda dealer to schedule the fuel pump connector inspection and repair. Reference recall number 10V600 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Mazda dealers inspect the fuel pump connector and, if needed, replace the connector and repair the harness free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is engine stall and inability to restart. Mazda reported that corrosion at the fuel pump connector can break a connector pin, which can make the fuel pump inoperative. If the engine stalls while driving, crash risk increases.
What if I bought my Mazda MAZDA5 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific MAZDA5 is included, then contact a franchised Mazda dealer and reference recall number 10V600 when you schedule service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V600000 |
|---|---|
| Mazda customer service | 1-800-222-5500 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V600 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V600000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →