How long to replace alternator

Hi this is Dusty, I'm one of the auto experts on RepairPal's Car Genius team! I see you've got a bit of a situation with your 2019 Mazda CX-5 and that pesky alternator. Good call reaching out for some advice, and that'll vary depending which engine variant is in your car. I did some light digging and it looks like should be in the ballpark of about two hours, but that doesn't include diagnosis. I see the roadside company has made that determination, but there could be other factors that they're unaware of, so an experienced technician will perform their own diagnostics to confirm the condition. Otherwise, it would be a bad experience for you, and a nasty ding in their reputation. But hey, here's the silver lining: once they confirm (or not) and the new alternator is in, you should be good to hit the road without worrying. If you have any other questions or would like to help with finding a RepairPal Certified shop in your area, give us a call! 877-913-1554