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2022 Mazda CX

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 CX.

Transmission Automatic (S6)

Built on the 30 platform, the 2022 Mazda CX employs an Automatic (S6) transmission and an engine requiring 4.8 qt of 0W-20 API oil to achieve EPA estimates of 24/31/26 mpg. Within the model's reliability history, this specific year recorded 31 total owner complaints with the engine listed as the top complaint area against a single recall. This data signals to researchers that despite the defined powertrain specifications, the engine constitutes the primary source of documented ownership concerns for this vehicle.

Model year2026202520242022

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.8 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque80.0-108.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy24/31/26 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 1WPE14302. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire size215/65R16 98HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1WPE14302 alt 1WPY14302
Engine air filterPAJ8133A0A
Fuel filterPA6A13ZE0 alt PX4N13ZE0
Spark plugPE5R18110A alt PY8V18110
BatteryPAF318520A9U
Front wiper bladesDGH967330 alt DGJ167330
Serpentine beltPX1315908 alt P30115908
ThermostatP50215171 alt PYFD1516ZA
Cabin air filterBDGF61J6X

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length168.1 in
Overall width69.7 in
Overall height60.6 in
Wheelbase101.2 in
Curb weight2987 lb
Track (front / rear)59.8 / 59.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined24 / 31 / 26 mpg
Drivetrain4-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.8 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, Mazda Life Long Hypoid Gear Oil SG1 in the differential, Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80.0-108.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid CapacityET6A-EL or ET6AX-EL
Brake FluidDot 3
Differential Gear OilMazda Life Long Hypoid Gear Oil SG1
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0.37 qt
Engine CoolantMazda FL-22 Coolant
Engine Coolant Capacity8.7 qt
Engine OilAPI · 0W-20

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel BoltsSkyactiv-G 80.0-85.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts80.0-85.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts113.0-118.0 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts32.0-47.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs15.0-19.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts80.0-108.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerMazda
Spark Plug Gap0.041-0.055" in
Spark Plug Torque12.0-14.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Oil GroupPAG
Oil Capacity3.38 oz

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
12.25-4.4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 5.9-8.12.25–4.4 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
120.0-23.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 80-100°20–23 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
19.5-12.5 ft. lbs., Step 2: 32.0-34.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 85-95°, Step 4: 85-95°9.5–12.5 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
19.5-12.5 ft. lbs., Step 2: 24.0-26.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 85-95°, Step 4: 85-95°9.5–12.5 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
19.5-12.5 ft. lbs., Step 2: 32.0-34.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 85-95°, Step 4: 85-95°9.5–12.5 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
120.0-30.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Loosen all bolts., Step 3: 23.0-25.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 58-62°. Side Bolts: 15.0-18.020–30 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 40,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Exterior Lighting (inspect)
Every 30,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 40,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 180,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2022 Mazda CX lead in one area — the engine, 6 of 31 reports (19%), well ahead of the next concern. None of this vehicle's 1 recall campaigns target the engine, so those reports read as owner-reported wear-and-tear rather than an acknowledged defect. 4 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the engine pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
408
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
31
Owner complaints
4 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 31 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine6
Unknown Or Other3
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Steering,Electrical System,Air Bags1
Structure1
Steering,Electrical System,Lane Departure1
Air Bags1
Steering,Electrical System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

23V275000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/ModuleReported 18/04/2023

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2022-2023 CX-30 and 2023 CX-50 vehicles. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) may be damaged, which can result in reduced braking… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the ABS HCU, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 408 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SA-042-262026-06-30Electrical SystemThis Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SAs listed below. The changes are…
SA-041-262026-06-18Electrical SystemThis SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are noted in…
SA-027-26a2026-06-16Electrical SystemThis SA supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below. The changes are noted…
SA-040-262026-06-15Electrical SystemThis Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are…
SA-039-262026-06-15Electrical SystemThis Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below. The changes are…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Recalls
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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Vehicles taking 4.8 qt30-platform vehiclesEngine oil filter 1WPE14302Engine air filter PAJ8133A0AFuel filter PA6A13ZE0Spark plug PE5R18110A

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesTorque specificationsMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2022 CX take?

4.8 qt of API 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 CX have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the CX get?

EPA figures are 24 city / 31 highway / 26 combined mpg.