MAZDA MAZDA6 (2019) recall — Engine
Mazda recalls 2019 Mazda6 vehicles with a software error that may cause engine stalling, increasing crash risk. Owners must contact Mazda for free software update.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An unexpected stall increases the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Mazda is recalling certain 2019 Mazda6 vehicles due to a software error that can cause the engine to stall, which increases crash risk. Affected owners should contact Mazda for a free software update. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224177-mazda-2019-mazda6-recall-engine-stalling-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224177-mazda-2019-mazda6-recall-engine-stalling-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V497000
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“Mazda 2019 Mazda6 Recall: Engine Stalling Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224177-mazda-2019-mazda6-recall-engine-stalling-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #19V497000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V497000).
Why it’s dangerous
A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) can cause the engine to stall unexpectedly. This stalling increases the risk of a crash, especially during highway driving where sudden stops could be dangerous.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 Mazda6 vehicles with the specific software error are affected. Drivers using these vehicles during highway travel may face higher risk due to potential stalling.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2019 Mazda6 has the software error by contacting Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. The recall covers vehicles with a specific software version that may cause stalling.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Mazda
Call Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4 to schedule a free software update.
What NHTSA says to do
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3719F.
Questions people ask
Why is my Mazda6 being recalled?
Mazda is recalling certain 2019 Mazda6 vehicles due to a software error in the powertrain control module that may cause engine stalling, increasing crash risk.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your 2019 Mazda6 has the specific software error by contacting Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4.
Is there a deadline to fix this?
The recall began August 20, 2019, but there is no specific deadline for the software update; owners can contact Mazda to schedule it.
Contact Mazda
We’ve drafted a message you can send Mazda to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V497000 — Mazda Mazda Hello, I own a Mazda that is covered by recall 19V497000 from Mazda. The official recall notice states: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3719F. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V497000 (June 27, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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