Mazda $15 Million Fuel Pump Defects Settlement

If you own or lease, or have previously owned or leased, certain Mazda vehicles, you may be eligible to claim benefits from a class action settlement.

Mazda Motor of America, Inc. has agreed to pay $15 million to settle a class action lawsuit concerning alleged defects in certain Denso-manufactured fuel pumps installed in their vehicles.

Who can get a payout?

You can submit a claim for a payout if:

• You own or lease, or have previously owned or leased, a Mazda vehicle equipped with a Denso fuel pump
• The vehicle was sold or leased in the United States or its territories
• You can verify the vehicle is included by using the VIN lookup tool available on the official settlement website

Specific vehicles are outlined in Appendix A and B on the settlement website:

Appendix A – "Additional Vehicles"

• Mazda MX-5
• Model Years: 2017-2019

• Production Period: June 19, 2017 – July 31, 2019

• Mazda CX-9
• Model Years: 2017-2019

• Production Period: June 19, 2017 – August 8, 2019

• Mazda Mazda3
• Model Years: 2018-2021

• Production Periods:
• June 19, 2017 – October 22, 2018
• October 12, 2017 – December 20, 2018

• January 15, 2019 – August 24, 2020

• Mazda Mazda6
• Model Years: 2017-2019

• Production Period: June 19, 2017 – August 3, 2019

• Mazda CX-3
• Model Years: 2018-2019

• Production Period: June 19, 2017 – August 10, 2019

• Mazda CX-5
• Model Years: 2017-2019

• Production Period: June 19, 2017 – August 2, 2019

• Mazda Mazda2
• Model Years: 2018-2020

• Production Period: October 4, 2017 – July 4, 2018

• Mazda CX-30
• Model Year: 2020

• Production Period: September 26, 2019 – January 22, 2020

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Appendix B – "Recalled Vehicles"

• Mazda Mazda6
• Model Year: 2018

• Production Period: April 6, 2018 – October 24, 2018

• Mazda CX-3
• Model Year: 2019

• Production Period: April 10, 2018 – November 6, 2018

• Mazda MX-5
• Model Years: 2018-2019

• Production Period: April 5, 2018 – October 29, 2018

• Mazda CX-5
• Model Years: 2018-2019

• Production Period: April 3, 2018 – October 27, 2018

• Mazda CX-9
• Model Years: 2018-2019

• Production Period: April 16, 2018 – October 17, 2018

• Mazda Mazda3
• Model Year: 2018

• Production Period: May 7, 2018 – October 1, 2018

• Mazda Mazda2
• Model Years: 2019-2020

• Production Period: November 1, 2018 – January 13, 2020

What are the settlement benefits?

The settlement provides several benefits, depending on the vehicle type:

• Customer Support Program: This program covers repairs for Additional Vehicles, which include certain models like the 2017-2019 MX-5 and 2018-2021 Mazda3. The coverage begins 30 days after the Final Effective Date.
• Offers coverage for repairs needed to correct defects in the fuel pumps for Additional Vehicles. This coverage lasts 15 years from the date of first use.

• Extended New Parts Warranty: This applies to Recalled Vehicles, such as the 2018 Mazda6 and 2019 CX-3. The warranty covers the replacement fuel pump kit for 15 years or up to 150,000 miles, whichever comes first.
• Provides coverage for replacement fuel pump kits on Recalled Vehicles. This warranty extends for 15 years from the replacement date and up to 150,000 miles.

• Out-of-Pocket Claims reimbursements

What documents do I need before submitting a claim?

Claimants need to provide proof of out-of-pocket expenses incurred for repairs or replacements of the fuel pump that were not reimbursed.

This includes:

• Invoices, service records, or repair orders
• Proof of ownership
• Repair date and type
• Proof of payment and facility details

How to file a claim

To claim an award, you can file a claim online or download a paper claim form. Ensure your claim form includes all necessary documentation and is submitted by the deadline.

Mail completed paper forms to:

Mazda Fuel Pumps Settlement

c/o JND Legal Administration

PO Box 91423

Seattle, WA 98111

Payment Methods

• Direct deposit.
• Check mailed to the address provided on the claim form.

$15 Million settlement fund

The settlement fund of $15,000,000 will cover:

• Attorneys' fees, costs, and expenses, not exceeding $15,000,000.
• Service awards for Class Representatives, up to $5,000 each.
• Remaining funds will be distributed to eligible class members.

Important Dates

• Fairness Hearing: January 17, 2025.
• Deadline to File a Claim: April 13, 2025.

When is the Mazda Fuel Pumps Settlement payout date?

The Court will hold a Fairness Hearing on January 17, 2025, to decide whether to approve the settlement. If approved, the settlement will proceed, and payments will be distributed after any appeals are resolved in favor of the settlement.

Why was there a class action settlement?

The lawsuit claims that certain Mazda vehicles were equipped with defective Denso fuel pumps, which could lead to engine failure. Both parties agreed to settle to avoid the cost and risk of further litigation.