Is the Mazda CX-9 reliable?

The ForCar Reliability Score for the Mazda CX-9 is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.

How much ground clearance does the Mazda CX-9 have?

Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain; AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Check the specific trim or decode the VIN.

Mazda CX-9 Recalls, Specs & VIN Decoder

Quick answer

The Mazda CX-9 spans 2007–2026 with 47 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2012, 2010, 2008 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2024, 2025, 2026. It delivers up to 26 mpg combined and 5-star NHTSA safety.

2007–2026

Years

Recalls

Top MPG

5★

NHTSA

1463

Complaints

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4.5/5

★★★★★★★★★★

ForCar Reliability Score

Our editorial rating · 20 model years

Mazda CX-9

Safety (NHTSA)5.0

Recall record4.2

Complaint severity4.4

How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.

Overview

The Mazda CX-9 is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2007 to 2026 across multiple generations.

How to read a Mazda CX-9 VIN — every digit explained

Every Mazda CX-9 carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.

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1–3 · WMI1HG

4–8 · VDSCM826

9 · Check5

10 · YearR

11 · PlantA

12–17 · Serial004352

WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Mazda and the country it was built in.
VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
Plant (11) — which factory assembled this CX-9.
Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.

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Model-year code (10th digit)

The 10th character is the model year. It cycles through letters and numbers, skipping I, O, Q, U, Z and 0 to avoid confusion:

H2017 J2018 K2019 L2020 M2021 N2022 P2023 R2024 S2025 T2026

Where to find your CX-9 VIN

Dashboard — driver's side, visible through the windshield from outside.
Driver's door jamb — on the manufacturer sticker when you open the door.
Paperwork — vehicle registration, title and insurance card.
Engine bay & frame — stamped on the firewall or chassis on many models.

How many recalls does the Mazda CX-9 have?

The Mazda CX-9 has 47 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2007–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.

2021 Mazda CX-9 recalls 1

Seats:mid/rear Assembly21V750000

What's wrong. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CX-9 vehicles equipped with 60/40 split bench second-row seats. The left-side second-row seat may unexpectedly slide forward during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Risk. A seat that slides forward during a crash can transfer excessive force onto a belted occupant, increasing their risk of injury.

Fix. Dealers will replace the internal parts of the affected second-row seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5221I.

2020 Mazda CX-9 recalls 1

Seats:mid/rear Assembly21V750000

Risk. A seat that slides forward during a crash can transfer excessive force onto a belted occupant, increasing their risk of injury.

2019 Mazda CX-9 recalls 2

Tires:tread/belt19V770000

What's wrong. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 CX-9 vehicles equipped with Sumitomo Falken ZIEX CT50 A/S tires, size P255/50R20 104V, having date code 1619. An incorrect rubber compound may have been used in the tire's manufacturing, allowing the tread to separate and detach.

Risk. A detached tire tread can decrease vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four tire serial numbers, replacing the tires as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4019J.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump21V875000

What's wrong. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.

Risk. Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.

2018 Mazda CX-9 recalls 2

Electrical System:wiring19V403000

What's wrong. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 CX-9 vehicles. The wiring harness may disrupt electrical communications and disable the passenger frontal air bag, turn signals, and/or engine starting system.

Risk. The passenger frontal air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury. Inoperable turn signals prevent the driver from signaling to other drivers, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3419E.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump21V875000

Risk. Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

2015 Mazda CX-9 recalls 2

Steering16V203000

What's wrong. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 2, 2015, 2013-2014 Mazda2 vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to August 8, 2014, 2014-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2013, to December 2, 2015, and 2013-2015 CX-9 vehicles manufactured December 6, 2012, to July 31, 2015. The lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing the steering knuckle to separate.

Risk. If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower mounting nuts and bolts that secure the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle. If the bolts are loose, they will be replaced and then correctly tightened, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9316D.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module18V717000

What's wrong. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, unless covered in "Zone A," Mazda is recalling certain 2011-2013 Mazda6, 2011-2012 CX-7, and 2011-2015 CX-9 sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless covered in Zone A or Zone B, Mazda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Mazda6, 2010-2012 CX-7, and 2010-2015 CX-9 vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F.

2014 Mazda CX-9 recalls 3

Steering16V203000

Risk. If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint15V451000

What's wrong. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 CX-9 vehicles manufactured October 24, 2006, to December 28, 2013. The affected vehicles have front suspension ball joints that may corrode from water leaking into the fitting.

Risk. Over time, the ball joint corrosion may result in the front lower control arm separating from the ball joint, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both the left and right lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2015. The recall will begin with model year 2007-2009 vehicles registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington D.C., West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The second phase will be for model year 2010-2014 vehicles in the same states. Finally, all remaining vehicles will be remedied. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 8515G.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module18V717000

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

2013 Mazda CX-9 recalls 4

Steering16V203000

Risk. If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module18V018000

What's wrong. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2013 Mazda6 and CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, unless covered in "Zone A," Mazda is recalling certain 2010 Mazda6, CX-7 and CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Additionally, unless covered in Zone A or Zone B, Mazda is recalling certain 2009 Mazda6, CX-7, and CX-9 vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F.

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint15V451000

Risk. Over time, the ball joint corrosion may result in the front lower control arm separating from the ball joint, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module18V717000

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

2012 Mazda CX-9 recalls 4

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint15V451000

Risk. Over time, the ball joint corrosion may result in the front lower control arm separating from the ball joint, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module17V457000

What's wrong. Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2012 CX-7, CX-9 and Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Mazda is recalling certain 2009 CX-7, CX-9 and Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Mazda is recalling certain 2007-2008 CX-7 and CX-9 sold, or ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F. Note: This recall supersedes recall 17V-012.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module19V782000

What's wrong. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2007-2012 CX-7, CX-9, and 2009-2012 Maza6 vehicles. These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 16V356 and 17V012.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module18V717000

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

2011 Mazda CX-9 recalls 4

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint15V451000

Risk. Over time, the ball joint corrosion may result in the front lower control arm separating from the ball joint, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module17V429000

What's wrong. Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Mazda6, and 2007-2011 CX-7 and CX-9 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F. Note: This recall supersedes recall 16V356 and all vehicles that were not remedied under that campaign are now covered by this one.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module19V782000

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module18V717000

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

2010 Mazda CX-9 recalls 6

Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler10V051000

What's wrong. Mazda is recalling certain model year 2010 cx-9 vehicles equipped with electrically heated front seats. There is a possibility under extremely cold conditions for the seat heater control circuit to overheat and fail due to insufficient electrical grounding.

Risk. This may cause burn damage of the seat cushion surface, or a risk of smoke/fire.

Fix. Dealers will install an additional ground harness on the seat heater control system. The seat heater control circuit will be replaced if necessary and/or the seat will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on march 9, 2010. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint15V451000

Risk. Over time, the ball joint corrosion may result in the front lower control arm separating from the ball joint, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module18V018000

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module17V429000

Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module19V782000

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module18V717000

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

2009 Mazda CX-9 recalls 7

Equipment09E011000

What's wrong. Thule, inc. Is recalling 2,323 owner-installed roof-mounted fit kits, models 3068 and 3069, manufactured between january 1, 2008 and february 28, 2009 that are used with thule podium foot packs, models 460 and 460r. These fit kits were sold as aftermarket equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. The bolt(s) used to secure the foot to the vehicle was manufactured to a hardness that may cause the bolt(s) to be brittle and potentially break under stress.

Risk. This may result in the bolt(s) snapping off during use or without a load. The unsecured rack and load can then come loose while driving creating a potential road hazard, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Thule will mail a retro fit kit along with repair instructions to owners free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 13, 2009. Owners may contact thule toll-free at 1-800-238-2388.

Electrical System:wiring:interior/under Dash09V066000

What's wrong. Mazda is recalling 30,600 my 2007-2009 cx9 vehicles equipped with power adjustable seat with position memory function. The seat harness routed underneath the seat cushion may interfere with the front cover bracket which is attached on the front side of the seat cushion. Due to this the covering of the seat harness may be damaged, the core wire of the harness may touch with the bracket and result in short circuit.

Risk. Drivers will experience certain functions that are uncontrollable which will cause serious difficulties in driving increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Dealers will inspect the seat harness and fasten the seat frame with a cable tie. The harness covering will be repair free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before march 16, 2009. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint15V451000

Risk. Over time, the ball joint corrosion may result in the front lower control arm separating from the ball joint, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module17V457000

Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module18V018000

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module17V429000

Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module19V782000

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

2008 Mazda CX-9 recalls 6

Equipment09E011000

Electrical System:wiring:interior/under Dash09V066000

Risk. Drivers will experience certain functions that are uncontrollable which will cause serious difficulties in driving increasing the risk of a crash.

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint15V451000

Risk. Over time, the ball joint corrosion may result in the front lower control arm separating from the ball joint, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module17V457000

Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module17V429000

Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module19V782000

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

2007 Mazda CX-9 recalls 5

Equipment09E011000

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint15V451000

Risk. Over time, the ball joint corrosion may result in the front lower control arm separating from the ball joint, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module17V457000

Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module17V429000

Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module19V782000

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Best and worst years for the Mazda CX-9

Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 20 tracked years, the worst years are 2012, 2010, 2008 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2024, 2025, 2026.

ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.

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Year	Owner complaints	Top issue	Verdict
2007 CX-9	86	Suspension	Average
2008 CX-9	172	Suspension	Avoid
2009 CX-9	59	Service Brakes	Average
2010 CX-9	194	Service Brakes	Avoid
2011 CX-9	169	Service Brakes	Average
2012 CX-9	221	Service Brakes	Avoid
2013 CX-9	68	Engine	Average
2014 CX-9	54	Engine	Average
2015 CX-9	35	Engine	Average
2016 CX-9	99	Engine	Average
2017 CX-9	61	Engine	Average
2018 CX-9	124	Engine	Average
2019 CX-9	50	Engine	Average
2020 CX-9	17	Engine	Average
2021 CX-9	33	Engine	Average
2022 CX-9	9	Electrical System	Average
2023 CX-9	12	Chest Clip	Average
2024 CX-9	0	—	Best
2025 CX-9	0	—	Best
2026 CX-9	0	—	Best

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What are the most common Mazda CX-9 problems?

The most-reported Mazda CX-9 problems are Seats (24 reports), Tires (11 reports) and Buckle (2 reports) — out of 1,463 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:

involved a crash

involved a fire

injuries reported

deaths reported

Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:

Service Brakes 31% 449 Read

2010 CX-9

Brake pedal would not depress. Car hit another vehicle that was stopped and it hit another vehicle. The mazda never even slowed before hitting the stopped vehicle. My wife was driving and she has had this issue before but it was intermittent and we could not get it to act up to bring it to the dealer. The 3rd car involved i do not have a status of. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2022 CX-9

My wife has a cold. She picked it up during several uncomfortable hours in the emergency room. Our driveway is on a bit of a slope. She stopped the car, put it in park (she thought), turned off the engine, and got out. Something in the dashboard compartment had blocked the shift lever and the car was actually in reverse. It started rolling backwards down the driveway. She grabbed it and tugged with all her might and actually succeeded in stopping it when it got to the street. She managed to prevent our car from rolling into our neighbor's parallel parked car immediately across from our driveway. She also managed to hurt her arm quite badly. X-rays and CAT scans and exposure to every sniffling, coughing person in the ER later, and we learned she was lucky and did not break any bones, just sprained her elbow and shoulder. Very very lucky that she didn't get knocked under the wheel by the still open door of the car! My question is this: Can automakers create a safety device to prevent this? If the engine is off and the car is not in park, and no driver is detected in the driver's seat, can they automatically apply the brake? There could be a button or switch to undo the brake for towing. It seems the technology to do this has been around for decades, but the X-ray tech, the ER admissions nurse, my wife's orthopedist, even the lady at our insurance company all had stories of similar happenings. How can such a safety device become standard?

2018 CX-9

I'm constantly have a front windshield error : causing my vehicle to just automatically stoping while driving on the freeway and streets. My air bags didn't deploy when i was i a accident . I've taken it to the dealer 3 times already and they always have a different excuse or reason

2013 CX-9

Lost control of vehicle coming down a ramp in a parking garage, causing me to strike pole in garage, or would have careened over 6th fl railing down 6 stories to street. Vehicle in motion.

2021 CX-9

The driver side airbag did not deploy in a front end collision on the drivers side. When approaching a vehicle that had come to a sudden and complete stop, the brakes were applied hard to the Mazda CX-9 in order to stop, but after about 1 second they just totally let go and there was no braking at all and the Mazda continued to move forward until it slammed into the vehicle that was stopped. The MyMazda app sent a message that stated that there was a Brake System Malfunctiom which is exactly what occurred and caused the accident.

2021 CX-9

As i was driving downhill with minimal snow on the ground, i tapped my brakes about 7 times before they locked up. I went to turn to stay on the road and the steering wheel wouldn't budge causing me to go off the road, into an embankment. Vehicle was going about 5-10mph when this occured on a city street.

2018 CX-9

Emergency parking brake ('epb') began to malfunction following recall to fix electrical components on mazda cx-9, 2018. Epb will not release, or will unexpectedly and suddenly release with car accelerating in gear ('drive' or 'reverse'). Most recently when activating the emergency parking brake ((car was on a a roadway incline) the brake would not release, after 2 hours of being stranded and of attempting to get the brake to release, ( including rocking/shifting/alternating gears/braking/seat belt on/seat belt off/ manual brake on/off and following all manual procedures repetitively) a cell phone call to the mazda service manager who suggested rocking the car back and forth between gears ) the emergency parking brake suddenly and unexpectedly 'released', sending the car lurching forward and requiring driver to slam on brakes to avoid driving over a cliff). Vehicle epb inspection requested, mazda service manager stated the epb is, 'no longer necessary for vehicle safety', blamed the malfunction on 'bread crumbs' , offered to replace a defective console switch (presumably with another new, but also defective, switch) but refused to inspect the mechanical/operational aspects of the automatic emergency parking brake system (for abnormal rust, water leaks, defective cables, defective electrical wiring, etc.). Mazda uses the same manufacturer of epb for all mazda cx series vehicles. Federal nhsa recalls for epb malfunctions were mandated for all mazda cx series vehicles - except the mazda cx 9. The cx 9 uses the same epb system as do the other mazda cx series models. It stands to reason that the braking issues for other mazda recalls is the same reason why the cx 9 should have recalls to fix the automatic emergency parking brake system. Please issue a recall for mazda cx 9 vehicles to fix the automatic emergency parking brake defect(s). Thank you.

2014 CX-9

This is a mazda cx9 2014 awd. I needed to stop quickly on a city street in moderate traffic at 3:00pm. I was traveling about 25 mpr north in the inside lane on a dry road. I pushed down on the brake pedal hard and the car did not slow down but, continued on until it impacted with the car in front. The air bag did not deploy and there were no physical injuries to drivers of either involved vehicles. The damage to my car is estimated to be over $2000.00 dollars. I had previously taken this car in to the mazda dealer here in temecula, ca last month because the brakes had been non-responsive but, service dept. Said brakes tested normal. This car only has 11,000 miles on it. I am now scared to drive it as i am 64 years old with no tickets or accidents ever. It is currently at the "auto center auto body" shop being repaired through aaa ins.here in temecula.

2013 CX-9

A truck swerved into my lane and i tried to brake. The pedal didn't immediately depress so i had to serve. Jumped a curb and hit a sign. More than $11,000 of damage. The brake is very difficult to depress quickly.

2012 CX-9

I was driving along the highway and traffic began to slow. I pushed the brakes and the car did not stop.

Engine 24% 346 Read

2016 CX-9

Immediately upon making a sharp right turn into a parking spot, the car suddenly accelerated at a very fast pace without me pushing the gas pedal. My immediate reaction was to press on the brake, but it did not stop. The car slammed into a planter in front of me. The car moved so quickly that it was lodged into the bushes and had to be pulled out by a tow truck. I immediately called the dealer service department and told them what happened. The service manager's immediate reaction was to scoff at the idea that the car accelerated on it's own. My husband met me at the dealer and had subsequently found information about a recall of cx-9 models from 2012 for a similar malfunction. He showed it to the same manager who immediately knew the issue of the recall but was quick to mention it was the 2012 model, not the 2016. The dealer kept the car for a few days and told me it was driven twice and also some info from the computer was reviewed with mazda tech support person. No data indicating any kind of malfunction in the car and the service guy did not have a problem with it in two short test drives, so they said come pick it up it's safe to drive. However, i will never drive this car again. This is the fully-loaded signature cx-9 that they feature in all their ads. I loved this car at first sight and drove it over 24000 miles in less than 2 years. This experience scared me to the point that i will never drive this or another mazda again. I have had over a week to process this experience and am just happy my kids weren't in the car or that i didn't hit someone. I have found several other instances of sudden unintended acceleration online and cannot believe that this happens in 2017. I hope that this documentation helps someone else in my shoes feel that they are not crazy and this does happen. Shame on mazda for not fully addressing this issue.

2012 CX-9

I had an incident yesterday resulting in a minor collision. My accelerator stuck, my engine kept revving, and i could not stop. I kept applying the brakes but it felt as if everything locked up. I rearended the person in front of me no damage to their car and only minor to mine. I am now afraid to drive the vehicle. My husband contacted the dealership and they are waiting to hear back from mazda corporate. *tr

2011 CX-9

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 mazda cx-9. While driving 45 mph at night, the contact noticed a flickering light coming from the front end of the vehicle. The contact merged to the side of the road. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that flames engulfed the engine. The fire department extinguished the fire. A police report was filed. Neither the contact nor the passenger sustained any injuries. The cause of the fire was not determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 65,000.

2011 CX-9

While driving on interstate 77, north bound, at 55mph, other motorists informed me that my car was on fire underneath. There were no dashboard warning lights or signals that came on it light up as a warning sign. I pulled over to the side of the road, the fire department and sheriff's office put out the fire and the car was towed. The car is quite new and with very low mileage. Well maintained car. No recent work other than regular oil change. Mazda denies any problems with this car. *tr

2021 CX-9

Car loses oil and coolant rapidly

2021 CX-9

The contact owns a 2021 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that while accelerating quickly and entering the highway, there was no motive power to the vehicle. While crossing the highway in the right lane, driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle in front moved over; there was a parked vehicle. The contact was able to stop the vehicle before causing a crash. The driver was starting to accelerate, but there was no motive power when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The smart brake system malfunction message was displayed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer, who scheduled an appointment. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact to have the vehicle diagnosed. The failure mileage was approximately 53,186.

2021 CX-9

Consumes over 2 quarts of oil between recommended oil changes. The dealer made excuses about needing to use a different oil but it has not improved the problem. The warning light for low oil went off after less than 3000 miles. It was 2 quarts down.

2021 CX-9

I just purchased this vehicle 2 months ago. Yesterday my oil light came on, I pulled over and checked the oil it was completely low. I had to put a quart of oil in it. After that I did some research and learned this seems to be an issue with some 2021 models the cx9 included. There needs to be a recall on this and Mazda needs to fix this issue. These cars cost way to much to have to put a quart of oil every month.

2021 CX-9

Oil light came on, vehicle has ~15,000 miles.

2021 CX-9

the vehicles experience excessive oil consumption because the defective valve stem seals allow engine oil to leak into the combustion chambers. This concern usually occurs when the mileage reaches approximately 2,000 – 3,000 miles (5,000 - 7,500km) and may also occur again after replacing or topping off the engine oil.

Power Train 11% 159 Read

2021 CX-9

I was in a parking lot and came to a stop and placed the car in reverse to back into a parking space. The back-up camera was on and I began to back into the parking space when the car suddenly lurched/jerked forward and accelerated on its own. The car jumped the parking lot median strip and I hit a tree head on. I had my seatbelt on and the airbag deployed. The car then reversed back off the median into the parking lot. I turned off the car. Insurance company will have it inspected. The vehicle is a total loss. I was injured with a large lower abdomen hematoma and airbag burns on arms, wrists, and chest as well as various bruising. I was fortunate to have not hit pedestrians who were walking in the lot or other vehicles that were parked in the lot. There were no warning lights, messages, sounds. The brake assist did not engage. It was frightening.

2016 CX-9

Driver stopped vehicle in a driveway with minimal slope, shifted the vehicle in park, turned off the vehicle and exited. Driver proceeded to rear passenger door to retrieve 1 year old from car seat. After retrieving child from car seat, driver felt rear passenger door pushing into her leg, back and head. Vehicle proceeds to roll out of the driveway backward while in park. Driver and child escape vehicle's rear passenger side door, which is pushing them along in the vehicle's path toward residential street. Vehicle continues rolling in park backward down residential street, through a 3-way stop intersection, up a curb, through a yard and into a bush on a private property. A witness who helped retrieve the vehicle on behalf of the driver noted the vehicle was still in park when he tried to remove it from the bush. No one was severely injured but driver has sustained bruising on leg and severe emotional distress.

2014 CX-9

We were on a city road uphill and driving to a friends home. Our mazda cx-9 grand touring made a rattling noise, released a lot of white smoke, and lost acceleration. I immediately pulled the car on the shoulder and a by passer stopped his car on opposite shoulder and analyzed the situation and shouted move your family out and move from the car since its on fire underneath. We immediately moved out and by passer called 911. All the time while we waited and fire department arrived the car was dripping fire.

2013 CX-9

I was driving down the interstate and my mazda cx9 caught fire! I didn't realize it since it was under the car and the car beside informed me of it. This was due to the transfer case issues that mazda had to extend the warranty on them because of so many issues with them. They are covered for 90 thousand miles or 7 years. My transfer case was already replaced once and do to issues and now since my car is past the 7 years but only has 60 thousand miles they will not pay for it. Even though the transfer case they replaced a few years ago should still be under warranty. This situation could of been a lot worse and thank goodness my children were not in the car with me.

2012 CX-9

I've purchased 2012 mazda cx-9 awd it late november of 2011.recently i've been experiencing multiple unexpected loss of power-assisted brakes failure incident .i was in a minor fender bendeer. Thank god the driver infront was very nice and didnt file any claim against my insurance. When i brought my vehicle into mazda services department to get it resolve. Instead of taking unexpected loss of power-assisted brakes as an urgent matter. They told me that my car is drivable and it still break. I can drive my mazda in the meanwhile, until they have an open appointment for my mazda to be seen. After speaking to multiple personel at the services department. They were able to take my mazda and fixed the unexpected loss of power-assisted brakes. Now im experiencing speed control and power train. I was at a stop light and my mazda stalled in the middle of a left turning lane, in addtion to the stall incident, i was also experiencing the traction control light came on and the tire pressure monitor light began to flash. It felt like car had downshifted a couple of gears. I lost forward power in all gears. My sons and i came close to multiple rear-ended incident because of the mechanical issue of our mazda cx9. Please becareful when deciding to purchased your mazda vehicle. *tr

2011 CX-9

2011 mazda cx-9. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle fire caused by transmission/transfer case failure. *smd the consumer stated the bottom of the vehicle caught on fire, it was put out before any excessive damage was done. The consumer stated prior to the fire, the vehicle started vibrating and when she attempted to drive, it would not move.

2010 CX-9

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mazda cx-9. While driving unknown speeds, a smoke odor entered the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transfer case bearing was burnt due to sludge. The contact called mazda of milford at 866-981-2838 and was informed to bring the vehicle in for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 137,000. *tt *tr

2010 CX-9

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mazda cx-9. While accelerating from a traffic light, there was an abnormal burning odor coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was notified that the transfer case had a leak. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 77,200. *cn

2010 CX-9

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mazda cx9. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited an overpowering burning odor from the vents. In addition, a loud knocking sound came from under the hood. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the transfer case needed to be replaced. The dealer test drove the vehicle and the engine seized. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage and current mileages were 26,900. *tr

2010 CX-9

I was driving on a street with a 25 mph speed limit when all of a sudden the car hesitated and made some weird noises. I continued to pull over to get out of the way when there was a huge bang and the car came to an sudden stop. I was able to get to the side of the road. Smoke was coming out of the engine area and the car smelled terrible. I jumped out, got my dog out and called 911. The fire department and police came. Found metal parts all over the road. Smoke was mainly due to oil that was all over the engine and bottom of car. Right now the initial diagnosis is that the transfer casing blew along with a variety of other parts. Thank goodness i was not on the freeway. Additionally, i was lucky that the large parts that blew off the car did not put a hole in the bottom of my car or damage someone else's car. *tr

Suspension 11% 156 Read

2016 CX-9

I was t-boned on passenger side of my mazda cx9 air bags did not work on my mazda.other vehicle air bags did go off.i was traveling about 45 mph when other car plowed into mine.

2012 CX-9

The contact owns a 2012 Mazda CX9. The contact stated that the vehicle had previously been involved in a crash due to a fractured passenger's side lower control arm. The dealer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the vehicle had been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V451000 (Suspension). The dealer referred the contact to the manufacturer for assistance. An independent mechanic replaced the passenger's side lower control arm; however, the contact stated that after the repair was performed, the engine rattled and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was then taken back to the independent mechanic, who determined that the driver's side lower control arm spacers were missing and that the front and rear axles, brakes, and rear shocks needed to be replaced. Additionally, the cage bolts needed to be retightened. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

2008 CX-9

Lost control brakes failing and steering and wheel lc about to fall off dealerships saying recall was completed but it's definitely not

2008 CX-9

On tuesday may 31, 2016 i took my mazda cx9 to mazda dealership for the recall, reference ##15v451000. I told the service representative that i was glad to be bringing the car in as it was making noises in the driver front and that the steering seemed loose. I was told that my car was inspected, did not require the recall and that all suspension parts were in good working order. On sunday, june 5, 2016 while entering the highway while driving my 2 children and elderly mother, my ball joint and lower control arm broke causing an accident on the highway on ramp. I was informed by police that i was lucky this had not occurred moments later (at high speed) as it was likely to have caused a severe or possibly fatal accident. The car was not drive able and required me tow my vehicle and find alternative transportation.

2008 CX-9

Tl* the contact owned a 2008 mazda cx-9. While driving at various speeds, the contact lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle jumped a curb and struck a tree. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to an independent mechanic. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v451000 (suspension) after the failure occurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

2008 CX-9

While driving vehicle on road at approximatley 20 mph the wheel detached from the axle on the front passenger side of the vehicle resulting in damage to the vehicle.

2008 CX-9

While driving went to make right turn to have car serviced for unknown clicking when i would only make right turns. When turning into parking lot i heard a loud bang and auto was immobile at that point. I exited and found left front tire turned sideways. I had various damage to left front wheel area having to replace ball joint, lower control arm, bent axle and rim damage. I was also inform from irwin mazda that right ball joint had issues and i also had that replaced.

2007 CX-9

Was driving my car with children in it when the wheel fell off and axel cracked. It caused front end damage i couldn't get out of the driver side door because it wouldn't open. Had to pay to get all of that fixed. I just receive recall 8515g. My issue with this is that the recall does not correct the issue. The reason for the recall is that water get leak into the suspension and cause corrosion. Replacing just the control arms and ball joints does not prevent this from happening again. Water can still leak into the suspension and the new parts could could corrode, become loose and cause the same thing to happen again but this time it could result in more dire consequences. We were lucky i was traveling at a low rate of speed the first time it happened. This is forcing us to buy a new car when we still owe $8000 on the mazdaz we want to be reimbursed for this and the accident we had and the risk it out the lives of me and my children in. Furthermore mazda said there is a shortage of parts which means they won't replace if there is no sign of looseness. This is rediculous as my crash occurred a few months after being inspected. They are endangering lives

2007 CX-9

On november 5, 2014 i had an accident in my mazda cx-9. The left front tire broke free from the car while i was entering the highway on an on-ramp. I was going about 50-55 mph and about to merge into the first highway lane when the left front ball joint failed without warning and resulted in thousands of dollars in damage to my car. An insurance claim was files and the damage was repaired. I could have dies since i lost control of the car while entering the highway. Thankfully there were no other vehicles coming at the moment. I have pictures and insurance documentation.

2021 CX-9

The contact owns a 2021 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and turning, there was a popping sound coming from the front end of the vehicle. The front-end popping sound also occurred while driving over bumps in the roadway. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 68,811.

Air Bags 10% 146 Read

2015 CX-9

While stopped in traffic i was hit from behind by a car at minimum going 40mph while propelled my car into the vehicle in front of me. The entire front and back ends of my car are smashed in/hanging on and my air bags did not deploy. Autobody shop indicated the air bags should have gone off with that much damage. *tr

2012 CX-9

Takata recall" this is in relation to curtain airbags deploying without warning or impact to the vehicle. There was no accident involved. Traveling down the freeway and the curtain airbags deployed.

2010 CX-9

Air bags did not deployed and we [xxx] [xxx] people on back of driver seats at the time of the accident....[xxx] had a surgery face wa open 7/3 of and inch on face [xxx] had a tbi to hematoma surgery of the brain ect will send you paper work on both surgerys information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2016 CX-9

I was t-boned on passenger side of my mazda cx9 air bags did not work on my mazda.other vehicle air bags did go off.i was traveling about 45 mph when other car plowed into mine.

2011 CX-9

I own a 2011 mazda cx-9. Another vehicle crashed head on into my vehicle while it was idling stoped at a stop sign when impact accursed . The air bags failed to deploy and both front passenger seat belts did not retract. There were injuries and a police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to an autobody shop for repair; however, a diagnostic test was not performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was invalid. The failure mileage was 104,585

2018 CX-9

Takata recall - was in a head on collision with 3 other cars involved, all cars were totaled and all of the other cars' airbags deployed with the exception of mine and i was injured as a result.

2013 CX-9

Lost control of vehicle coming down a ramp in a parking garage, causing me to strike pole in garage, or would have careened over 6th fl railing down 6 stories to street. Vehicle in motion.

2012 CX-9

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 mazda cx-9. The contact stated that while driving over a speed bump at approximately 5 mph both the front and rear driver side and passenger side curtain airbags had erroneously deployed with out any impact occurring to the vehicle. During the incident both the front and passenger side seat belts had also activated and deployed to secure the occupants. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer joe maus mazda located at 6735 e independence blvd, charlotte, nc who replaced the airbags and seat belts. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The front passenger and driver both sustained minor neck and back injuries during the incident. The failure mileage was 126,417.

2010 CX-9

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 mazda cx9. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v356000 (air bags); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the vehicle's indicators showed that all systems were functioning correctly; however, the air bags and seat belts were malfunctioning. While driving approximately 65 mph, the contact struck a barrel and the front end of the vehicle became detached. The contact struck the steering wheel and dashboard. The air bags did not deploy. The contact received injuries to the head and chest, but did not require medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the air bag repair was not provided due to parts unavailability. The approximate failure mileage was 18,000. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Electrical System 6% 85 Read

2022 CX-9

The contact owns a 2022 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that the vehicle was being operated with the front driver's side seat warmer activated to the highest heat level. After driving for several hours, the vehicle was parked. While exiting the vehicle, the contact experienced pain in the rear thigh area of each leg. Upon inspect the contact discovered that the rear thigh area of both legs had sustained burning and blistering despite having pants on as a barrier during the failure. During the injuries, the contact was wearing pants. The contact was later treated at the local urgent care center for first-degree burns and blistering caused by excessive heat from the seat warmer. The manufacturer was notified of the injuries and advised to have the vehicle examined by the local dealer. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to detect a failure in the operation of the seat warmer, and no problem was found. The contact inquired about the temperature of the seat warmer and what its highest temperature level is; however, that information was not provided, and the manufacturer stated that it is the temperature at which the occupant felt comforable with. No further information was available. The failure mileage was 53,000.

2018 CX-9

Passenger seat heater either had a grounding issue or shorted out, causing to seat to start smoldering and catching fire, destroying the seat. There has been recalls and lawsuits for this specific issue on this model in other years, but not for this model year.

2016 CX-9

My seat warmer caught fire and burnt a hole through the seat.

2016 CX-9

2011 CX-9

2007 CX-9

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda cx9. While driving 55 mph, a burning wire odor emitted in and outside the rear of the vehicle. The contact noticed that the rear windshield wiper motor was burning. The contact disconnected the motor for the windshield wipers. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.

2023 CX-9

Starting [XXX], through [XXX], we began receiving multiple "Critical Vehicle Malfunction" alerts (46 alert messages)via the Mazda app, including "Parking Brake Malfunction" and "Electric Parking Brake Malfunction." During this time, the vehicle experienced delayed starts and eventually required a jump-start. We brought it to the dealership multiple times to show the messages, before our 3-year/36,000-mile B2B warranty expired, but the issues were dismissed until the battery was finally replaced. At just over 36,000 miles (currently 39,646), a new issue emerged a “thud” sound from the steering wheel. The dealer diagnosed it as a failed u-joint shaft, which was deemed non-serviceable and not covered under warranty. I inquired about potential causes or prevention—no clear answer was known. I found relevant NHTSA TSBs (06-001/20 & 06-001/24) related to steering issues and escalated to Mazda USA. Mazda agreed to cover 50% as a goodwill gesture, leaving me to pay about $500. Two weeks later, the part arrived and was installed—but it did not fix the issue. The dealership now says it’s a failed bearing within the Electric Power Steering (EPS) unit, which requires complete replacement at a cost of over $2,000. Only one part is available in the U.S., with another two-week wait. The original (misdiagnosed) part was already sent back to Mazda. My out-of-pocket cost is now $1,151 and rising. Given the early warning alerts, misdiagnoses, and the fact that EPS controls several safety-critical functions (steering, cruise, lane assist, etc.), I believe this is a fundamental system failure that should be fully covered under warranty or as a safety-related goodwill repair. I respectfully request that Mazda assume full financial responsibility for the replacement and any related work. Thank you for your consideration. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

2022 CX-9

While driving on the highway, my car was struck by lightning. Please see attached PDF for details.

2021 CX-9

The oil light keeps coming on before your initial oil change. Also, the oil is actually low. They have already changed it and I'm having the same problem in less than 2 months.

Steering 4% 61 Read

2008 CX-9

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 mazda cx9. The contact was driving approximately 15 mph when the steering wheel became extremely stiff. The contact was unable to maintain control of the vehicle and was involved in a crash with another vehicle. The driver was injured. A police report was available. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair facility where repairs were made to the body damage. Prior to the crash, the contact was advised by an authorized dealer that the vehicle exhibited a power steering fluid leak. The dealer was unable to make repairs because the parts needed were not readily available and on back order. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 33,000 and the current mileage was unknown.

2023 CX-9

The contact owns a 2023 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH, the steering wheel was seized and the brake pedal stiffened. The contact stated as a result of the failure, the vehicle crashed into a ditch and crashed into a tree. The contact stated that the air bags did not deploy. The contact stated that his wife was a passenger in the vehicle and was seated in the front passenger seat. There were no injuries sustained. The front driver's side of the vehicle was damaged during the crash. No police or fire report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's vacation home in Wisconsin. The contact stated that the vehicle had previously been serviced by the dealer on four occasions due to a failed software update. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 12,100.

2021 CX-9

2012 CX-9

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 mazda cx-9. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle jerked to the left without warning and crashed into a tree. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries sustained. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a dealer to be repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 17,804.

2008 CX-9

Lost control brakes failing and steering and wheel lc about to fall off dealerships saying recall was completed but it's definitely not

2007 CX-9

2023 CX-9

2019 CX-9

My 2019 Mazda CX9 when you turn the steering wheel it makes a clicking noise. I brought car to a mechanic and was told there is a loose bolt in steering column. Mazda has a TSB bulletin on this issue TSB# 06-001/24 dated 01/23/2024. When I brought car to Palisades Mazda two other customers on line with me have the same issue. I looked on internet and found alot of people are having the same issue. Mazda is aware of this problem and it is a defect. Mazda is fixing this problem for cars under warranty but charging customers past warranty to replace the complete steering column to fix a loose bolt,

2019 CX-9

Tl* the contact owns a 2019 mazda cx-9. While driving in reverse in order to parallel park the vehicle, the front axle fractured and caused the front driver's side tire to bend inwardly. The vehicle was towed to garden city mazda (located at 209 north franklin st, hempstead, ny 11550, 516-292-7827) where it was diagnosed that the tie rod failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided case number: 1/239794329. The approximate failure mileage was 10,600.

2018 CX-9

Steering makes knocking noises when turning. It happened suddenly with no damage to car to cause it. It was fine prior to parking, when the car was restarted and the wheel was turned knocking noise started. Mechanic found there is a tsb for this problem but no recall.

Wheels 3% 38 Read

2008 CX-9

Lost control brakes failing and steering and wheel lc about to fall off dealerships saying recall was completed but it's definitely not

2008 CX-9

While driving vehicle on road at approximatley 20 mph the wheel detached from the axle on the front passenger side of the vehicle resulting in damage to the vehicle.

2021 CX-9

I was driving approximately 75-80 mph (speed limit for I-90 is 80 mph) on I-90 Eastbound in South Dakota (approximately 5-8 miles from Sioux Falls, SD) in the left-hand lane (passing lane with a minimal shoulder) when I heard a terrible noise that sounded like I had a flat tire and the car began to pull to the left. I immediately slowed down and steered the vehicle onto the small shoulder on the left-hand side of the interstate. It was at this point I looked out my window (driver's window) and saw the entire left front wheel (not just the rubber tire) rolling by (west in the grassy median of I-90). The vehicle did not roll over, hit another vehicle, or get hit by another vehicle. After coming to a safe stop, I got out of the vehicle and saw that the left front (driver's side) wheel (not just the rubber tire) was gone. There were two (2) other passengers in the vehicle at the time that the wheel fell off who exited the vehicle out of danger of passing cars/trucks/semi tractor trailers on I-90. The vehicle was towed and to my knowledge has not been inspected by the manufacturer. The Hertz rental vehicle was only "inspected" by PurCo claims specialist via pictures as they did not have the vehicle in their possession. There were no warning messages, lamps, lights, or other symptoms prior to the wheel falling off. The wheel fell off on 7/8/2023 on Interstate 90 in South Dakota. After the wheel fell off, it rolled down the median of I-90 bounced up onto the westbound lane of I-90 and struck another vehicle causing that vehicle's airbags to deploy. There were four (4) occupants in that vehicle.

2017 CX-9

I bought a used 2017 mazda cx-9 from west shore honda in tampa in july of 2020. They screwed me financially and i'll handle that separately. There has been an ongoing issue since the first few days after buying the car. I've complained multiple times via email and phone. I've been trying the service department countless times. They keep stating it's a tire issue. To the point they have replaced the tires 3 times. After the second time i had already decided it's not tires. The car has a very rough ride when i'm motion. Once you got 80 it wobbles. After several weeks the wobble can be felt at lower speeds of 55/60. The check engine light comes on but i'm told there's no codes when they diagnostic the reading. I've expressed that when i pull into my garage within 30 seconds to a minute there's a loud pop it's when the car is not in motion when it's been parked and turned off is when i noticed it. I brought it to my personal mechanic just to look at and drive and he's pretty certain it's a powertrain bearing or something of those sorts. Brought it back to westshore and they put another set of tires on it. This is been going on now for 9 months and after doing research online and some of the nhtsa ids this is a problem and i do not feel safe. And it needs to be handled the amount of complaints in times that i visited that dealership to fix this problem and all they do is put new tires on it is asinine. I have tons of documentation the same documentation that's at the dealership i do everything via email for that reason.

2017 CX-9

Body paint is very thin and is chipping. Wheels coating is peeling off and chipping. And the seat heaters are very hot, almost burning even on the lowest setting.

2016 CX-9

The vehicle has tire pressure monitoring system malfunction warnings and parking brake malfunction warnings even after taking to dealership to be fixed. Was told it’s a known problem by Mazda, should be recalled, but there were not any current recalls for the issue.

2016 CX-9

Rear wheel trim partially detached from car while driving, safety risk of large plastic part being caught in rear wheel. Did not hit any debris but heard a loud noise as the part detached. Part is supposed to be held in place by 12 clips but multiple owners of Mazda CX-5 and CX-9 models report this problem. Mazda dealers deny there is a problem even when some new cars have only 3 clips installed. When I called Mazda USA to report, and asked them specifically for a federal government contact to report safety issues, they said calling them was the ONLY way to report an issue, which was not correct. Was told I would have to pay for the repair of this safety issue. See this website for the experience of other owners and a description of the problem: https://mazdas247.com/forum/t/2016-cx-9-wheel-well-trim-became-detached.123861160/ I also personally know another Mazda owner who had the same issue with the part falling off while driving.

2016 CX-9

I heard a pinging sound coming from one of the wheels. When i got out and looked, i discovered the wheels are beginning to flake and degrade. I contacted mazda customer service and was told i would have to cover the cost of replacement as the vehicle is out of warranty.

2014 CX-9

Vehicle had a loud grinding/growing sound took it to the dealer in october 2018 replaced right front wheel bearing, same issue took to dealer replaced left front wheel bearing in may 2019, same issue replaced left front wheel bearing again december of 2019, same issue replaced right rear wheel bearing march 2020

2013 CX-9

My vehicle seemed as if the transmission was slipping between gears on the highway it would take forever to switch into higher gears for higher speeds then when slowing down it would jerk and then finally stop or if i was in traffic where i didn't need to make a complete stop it would jerk to slow down and skip gears and jerk to speed back up while on the high way traveling at normal speed with cruise control set it went from 6th gear to 4th gear for no reason at all! Then it started making noises sounding like both the front and back end first you would only hear them when turning right or left then started hearing them in reverse then you heard them while driving all the time on the highway back roads and parking sounded as if my tires were going to fall off! I contacted carmax because that's where i purchased the car in march of 2017 it's now agust 2017 and told them what was happening they lied from the initial phone call but that's besides the point they had my vehicle for a week saying they were looking at it thoroughly to make sure what they found in the rear differential was the issue they assured me it was told me if i heard the noise bring it back asap as i was driving the vehicle home it was still experiencing the same issues we tried to call them immediately but they were closed we called them that monday and couldn't get anybody on the phone so we left a message we continue to call them for two weeks before they finally gave us an appointment to bring the car and i could not drive my car for the two weeks that i had it in my possession because i was told through my extended warrantee that driving my vehicle while it was still damaged would void my warranty the day after we drop my car off back at carmax i was called and told that the date it was pulled out of the garage on the original repair date 3 weeks prior that the tech noted to bring to mazda

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.

Mazda CX-9 specifications & dimensions

The 2026 Mazda CX-9. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Mazda CX-9 window sticker.

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How the CX-9's size changed by generation:

Years	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight
2017–2023	200″	78″	68″	115″	4,341 lb
2014	201″	76″	68″	113″	4,546 lb
2011	200″	76″	68″	113″	4,533 lb
2007–2008	200″	76″	68″	113″	4,312 lb

Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.

Mazda CX-9 cargo space, seating & interior room

How much the CX-9 holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.

Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.

Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

Mazda CX-9 tire size, oil type & owner specs

The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.

Wheels & tires

Wheel sizeby VIN

Tire sizeby VIN

Bolt patternby trim

Tire pressure32–36 PSI

Engine oil

Oil typeFull synthetic

Gradeon oil cap

Capacityby engine

Battery

Main battery12V · group by trim

Key-fob cellCR2032

Wiper blades

Front bladesby generation

Rear bladeif equipped

Fuses

Fuse boxeshood + dash

Diagramon box lid

Light bulbs

Headlightby trim

Tail / brakeby trim

Fogif equipped

Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.

What MPG does the Mazda CX-9 get?

The Mazda CX-9 returns up to 26 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine. Pick an engine to see its city / highway / combined rating by year:

FIG.04a

Year	City	Highway	Combined	Engine
2007 CX-9	16	22	18	3.5L 6-cyl
2008 CX-9	16	22	18	3.7L 6-cyl
2009 CX-9	16	22	18	3.7L 6-cyl
2010 CX-9	16	22	18	3.7L 6-cyl
2011 CX-9	17	24	19	3.7L 6-cyl
2012 CX-9	17	24	19	3.7L 6-cyl
2013 CX-9	17	24	19	3.7L 6-cyl
2014 CX-9	17	24	19	3.7L 6-cyl
2015 CX-9	17	24	19	3.7L 6-cyl

ROWS 9·SOURCE EPA fueleconomy.gov

FIG.04b

Year	City	Highway	Combined	Engine
2016 CX-9	22	28	24	2.5L 4-cyl
2017 CX-9	22	28	24	2.5L 4-cyl
2018 CX-9	22	28	24	2.5L 4-cyl
2019 CX-9	22	28	24	2.5L 4-cyl
2020 CX-9	22	28	24	2.5L 4-cyl
2021 CX-9	22	28	24	2.5L 4-cyl
2022 CX-9	20	26	23	2.5L 4-cyl
2023 CX-9	20	26	23	2.5L 4-cyl

ROWS 8·SOURCE EPA fueleconomy.gov

FIG.04c

Year	City	Highway	Combined	Engine
2024 CX-9	24	28	25	3.3L 6-cyl Hybrid
2025 CX-9	24	28	25	3.3L 6-cyl Hybrid
2026 CX-9	24	28	26	2.5L 4-cyl Hybrid

ROWS 3·SOURCE EPA fueleconomy.gov

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov — best combined rating per engine & year. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.

What engines does the Mazda CX-9 have? Power & range

The Mazda CX-9 is offered with 3 powertrains — 3.7L 6-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl Hybrid. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.

FIG.05

Engine	Displacement	Transmission	Drive	Fuel
V6	3.7L · 6-cyl	Automatic (S6)	FWD	Regular
4-cyl	2.5L · 4-cyl	Automatic (S6)	4WD	Regular
Hybrid	2.5L · 4-cyl	Automatic (S8)	4WD	Premium and Electricity

ROWS 3·SOURCE EPA + NHTSA vPIC

500 mi

Electric range

2 hrs

Charge · 240V

MPGe combined

Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

Can a Mazda CX-9 tow? Towing & payload

As an SUV, the Mazda CX-9 is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.

What sets your CX-9's tow & payload rating:

Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.

Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.

How much does a Mazda CX-9 cost to own?

A Mazda CX-9 holds its value well. A typical example keeps roughly 56% of its value after five years — losing about 44% to depreciation. Check what a used CX-9 is worth today or browse current used-market prices before you buy or sell. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.

84%

Value @ 1 yr

68%

Value @ 3 yrs

56%

Value @ 5 yrs

$14,750

Est. 5-yr fuel

FIG.06

Estimate resale value — enter what you paid (or the MSRP):

Age	Value retained	Est. resale value	Lost to depreciation
Year 1	84%	$25,200	−$4,800
Year 2	76%	$22,800	−$7,200
Year 3	68%	$20,400	−$9,600
Year 4	61%	$18,300	−$11,700
Year 5	56%	$16,800	−$13,200

ROWS 5·SOURCE ForCar estimate

What goes into the five-year cost to own:

Depreciation — the biggest cost: this CX-9 loses about 44% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
Fuel — ≈ $14,750 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the CX-9 ages.
Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.

Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.

How much is a Mazda CX-9 to insure?

A Mazda CX-9 costs about $1,334 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 7% below the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (93, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.

FIG.07

$1,334/yr

estimate · typical driver · full coverage · US average

$1,334

Est. / year

-7%

vs average car

$1,134–1,534

Typical range

HLDI loss index

CheaperAveragePricier

Where the money goes · full coverage

Liability (BI + PD)$640

Collision$374

Comprehensive$160

Other (UM / PIP)$160

LOSS INDEX 93·UNIT est. $/yr·SOURCE HLDI × NAIC

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Estimate = US-average premium × the CX-9's HLDI loss index. See Mazda insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.

Is the Mazda CX-9 safe?

The Mazda CX-9 earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall safety — real government crash-test data. Ratings by year:

FIG.08

Year	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover
2023 CX-9	★★★★★	★★★★☆	★★★★★	★★★★☆
2022 CX-9	★★★★★	★★★★☆	★★★★★	★★★★☆
2021 CX-9	★★★★★	★★★★☆	★★★★★	★★★★☆
2020 CX-9	★★★★★	★★★★☆	★★★★★	★★★★☆
2019 CX-9	★★★★★	★★★★☆	★★★★★	★★★★☆
2018 CX-9	★★★★★	★★★★☆	★★★★★	★★★★☆
2017 CX-9	☆☆☆☆☆	☆☆☆☆☆	☆☆☆☆☆	☆☆☆☆☆
2015 CX-9	★★★★☆	★★★☆☆	★★★★★	★★★★☆
2014 CX-9	★★★★☆	★★★☆☆	★★★★★	★★★★☆
2013 CX-9	★★★★☆	★★★☆☆	★★★★★	★★★★☆
2012 CX-9	☆☆☆☆☆	☆☆☆☆☆	☆☆☆☆☆	★★★★☆
2011 CX-9	☆☆☆☆☆	☆☆☆☆☆	☆☆☆☆☆	★★★★☆

ROWS 12·SOURCE NHTSA NCAP

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested model years.

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How many miles does a Mazda CX-9 last?

A well-maintained Mazda CX-9 typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.

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All Mazda CX-9 model years

A year-by-year snapshot of the Mazda CX-9 — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.

FIG.09

Year	Recalls	Best MPG	Safety
2026 CX-9	0	26 mpg	—
2025 CX-9	0	25 mpg	—
2024 CX-9	0	25 mpg	—
2023 CX-9	0	23 mpg	★★★★★
2022 CX-9	0	23 mpg	★★★★★
2021 CX-9	1 recall	24 mpg	★★★★★
2020 CX-9	1 recall	24 mpg	★★★★★
2019 CX-9	2 recalls	24 mpg	★★★★★
2018 CX-9	2 recalls	24 mpg	★★★★★
2017 CX-9	0	24 mpg	—
2016 CX-9	0	24 mpg	—
2015 CX-9	2 recalls	19 mpg	★★★★☆
2014 CX-9	3 recalls	19 mpg	★★★★☆
2013 CX-9	4 recalls	19 mpg	★★★★☆
2012 CX-9	4 recalls	19 mpg	—
2011 CX-9	4 recalls	19 mpg	—
2010 CX-9	6 recalls	18 mpg	—
2009 CX-9	7 recalls	18 mpg	—
2008 CX-9	6 recalls	18 mpg	—
2007 CX-9	5 recalls	18 mpg	—

ROWS 20·SOURCE NHTSA + EPA

Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).

Frequently asked questions

What are the worst years for the CX-9?

By owner-complaint volume, 2012, 2010, 2008 drew the most reports. 2024, 2025, 2026 have the cleanest records.

How many recalls does the CX-9 have?

47 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2007–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.

What MPG does the CX-9 get?

Up to 26 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.

Is the CX-9 safe?

The CX-9 earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall crash-test safety; ratings vary by model year.

How many miles does a CX-9 last?

A well-maintained CX-9 typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.

Is the CX-9 reliable?

Our ForCar Reliability Score for the CX-9 is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.

What's the Mazda CX-9 warranty?

New Mazda models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Mazda dealer.

Where is the Mazda CX-9 made?

The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your CX-9's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Mazda may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.

How much ground clearance does the CX-9 have?

Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.

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Data sourced from NHTSA (recalls, complaints, safety ratings) and EPA fueleconomy.gov (MPG). Best/worst-year analysis is ForCar's own aggregation of complaint volume. Last updated Jul 2026. — ForCar Editorial Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.

Mazda CX-9 — Recalls, Reliability, Specs & VIN Decoder

Overview

How to read a Mazda CX-9 VIN — every digit explained

Model-year code (10th digit)

Where to find your CX-9 VIN

How many recalls does the Mazda CX-9 have?

2021 Mazda CX-9 recalls 1

2020 Mazda CX-9 recalls 1

2019 Mazda CX-9 recalls 2

2018 Mazda CX-9 recalls 2

2015 Mazda CX-9 recalls 2

2014 Mazda CX-9 recalls 3

2013 Mazda CX-9 recalls 4

2012 Mazda CX-9 recalls 4

2011 Mazda CX-9 recalls 4

2010 Mazda CX-9 recalls 6

2009 Mazda CX-9 recalls 7

2008 Mazda CX-9 recalls 6

2007 Mazda CX-9 recalls 5

Best and worst years for the Mazda CX-9

What are the most common Mazda CX-9 problems?

Mazda CX-9 specifications & dimensions

Mazda CX-9 cargo space, seating & interior room

Mazda CX-9 tire size, oil type & owner specs

What MPG does the Mazda CX-9 get?

What engines does the Mazda CX-9 have? Power & range

Can a Mazda CX-9 tow? Towing & payload

How much does a Mazda CX-9 cost to own?

How much is a Mazda CX-9 to insure?

Is the Mazda CX-9 safe?

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