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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN JM3KFADM3J1378925 · Checked Oct 12, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 2

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JM3KFADM3J1•••••• 2018 Mazda CX-5

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118on the model
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Most reported Engine 1 Engine And Engine Cooling 1

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Engine And Engine Cooling Apr 2026
The contact owns a 2018 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle he could smell a burning odor, and added that he noticed a puddle of oil on his driveway. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed to have a cylinder crack…
Engine Jul 2024
Cylinder head was found to be cracked for a while on the vehicle. This was discovered at 117K miles but likely was cracked well before judging from the age of the oil in the engine bay. Car has been maintained well this shouldn't be happening at all this early into its life

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN JM3KFADM3J1378925 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.