P0232 on Mazda
Fuel Pump Secondary Circuit - High
P0232 on Mazda vehicles indicates fuel pump secondary circuit - high. Au7o has documented this code across 2 Mazda models — most commonly on CX-5, CX-90. This code means the engine computer has detected a high voltage signal in the fuel pump secondary (control) circuit, indicating the circuit that drives or monitors the fuel pump relay is reading higher than it should. The computer controls fuel pump power delivery through a relay and/or driver module, and a high reading suggests a short to voltage, a stuck relay, or a wiring fault in that control circuit. Depending on the fault, it can cause hard starting, stalling, or a no-start because fuel delivery is disrupted. The problem is typically electrical, in the relay, driver, or wiring, rather than the pump motor itself.
Common Causes of P0232
- •Faulty fuel pump relay (stuck or shorted)
- •Short to voltage in the fuel pump control wiring
- •Failed fuel pump driver module
- •Corroded or damaged connectors in the circuit
- •Faulty fuel pump (internal short)
- •Wiring chafed against the body or harness short
- •Faulty PCM/ECM (rare)
P0232 on Mazda by Model
Mazda CX-5(1 issue)
- Defective Fuel Pump (Denso Recall)2019-2021
Low-pressure fuel pump impellers can deform, causing pump failure and engine stalling without warning. Part of massive global recall affecting 19+ million vehicles across multiple manufacturers.
Mazda CX-90(1 issue)
- Engine Stalling / Loss of Power (Recall Related)2024-2025
The CX-90 has been subject to multiple recalls for engine stalling. Issues include fuel pump control module software errors, turbocharger boost control faults, and engine control module (ECM) programming that can cause unexpected engine shutdown. NHTSA campaigns 24V-014 and 24V-228 address these issues. Engine stalling while driving presents a serious safety risk.
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What does P0232 mean on Mazda?▼
P0232 stands for "Fuel Pump Secondary Circuit - High." This code means the engine computer has detected a high voltage signal in the fuel pump secondary (control) circuit, indicating the circuit that drives or monitors the fuel pump relay is reading higher than it should. The computer controls fuel pump power delivery through a relay and/or driver module, and a high reading suggests a short to voltage, a stuck relay, or a wiring fault in that control circuit. Depending on the fault, it can cause hard starting, stalling, or a no-start because fuel delivery is disrupted. The problem is typically electrical, in the relay, driver, or wiring, rather than the pump motor itself. On Mazda specifically, this code is documented across 2 models.
What causes P0232 on Mazda vehicles?▼
Common causes on Mazda: Faulty fuel pump relay (stuck or shorted), Short to voltage in the fuel pump control wiring, Failed fuel pump driver module, Corroded or damaged connectors in the circuit, Faulty fuel pump (internal short). Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0232 on a Mazda?▼
Repair costs vary widely depending on the root cause and specific Mazda model.
Which Mazda models have P0232 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0232 on 2 Mazda models: CX-5, CX-90.