AZO: Leadership change

Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On October 6, 2026, Claire R. McDonough communicated to the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of AutoZone, Inc. (the “Company”) her decision not to stand for reelection to the Board at the Company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Ms. McDonough recently accepted a new executive role with a different company, and that company’s key events calendar conflicts with several of AutoZone’s future board meetings. Although the AutoZone Board would have preferred a different outcome, it expresses its sincere gratitude to Ms. McDonough for her wise counsel, valued insights, and meaningful contributions during her tenure. The Board wishes her continued success in all her future endeavors. Ms. McDonough’s decision was not related to any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to its operations, policies, or practices. SIGNATURE Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. Date: October 9, 2026 AUTOZONE, INC. By: /s/ Jenna M. Bedsole Name: Jenna M. Bedsole Title: Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary