Steering complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power steering, steering column, rack and pinion).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Tl* the contact owned a 2012 Mazda CX-7. While adjusting the heat and driving 20 MPH, the vehicle veered inadvertently and crashed into a concrete wall. The air bags deployed. The contact sustained injuries to the lower back, neck, and chest area. Medical attention was required. A police report was filed. The dealer stated that the suspension system was damaged. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The manufacturer was notified, but would not send a representative to inspect the vehicle. The failure mileage was 50,000.
Takata recall - how long does Mazda have to repair this as they keep saying that parts are not available? I live in florida where humidity is very high. Not being able to use the passenger seat is not ideal. What recall do I have and what can I do if its not safe to drive this car? There is also another recall for the steering on my vehicle and parts are not available per the Mazda website. What recall do I have on this? Doesn't sound like car is very safe with both of these recalls.
Tl* the contact owned a 2011 Mazda CX-7. While driving 40 MPH, the steering wheel turned to the left and failed to maneuver without warning. The vehicle crashed into an embankment, hydroplaned, and crashed into another embankment. The driver's side air bags deployed over the top of the steering wheel and upwards toward the roof of the vehicle. The contact sustained a cracked chest plate, left shoulder ligament damage, a head concussion, and nerve and spinal damage. Medical attention was provided at the hospital. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and deemed a total loss. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and advised the contact to replace the vehicle, but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 108,000.
There was a recall on my vehicle in oct 2016 , I had already lost control of my vehicle and had an accident in sept 2016 and had to pay insurance fees storage fees and lost wages due to accident. Mazda sent me a letter as of March 2018 saying that thet now have the parts to fix it after 6 months..I was driving down the street and lost control of steering and crashed into a parked car. I would like to find out how I can be compensated because I lost control of the vehicle because of defect
Mazda is refusing to fix the recall on my vehicle saying that it's not a safety recall. The last time I checked the lower control arms separating from the ball joints was a safety issue. I have called the dealer and they can't get the part or don't want to they told me the first time it was the brakes popping and now they say nothing is wrong with it at all. Mazda corporate doesn't seem like they care either. They told me it was safe to drive not to worry about it. My vehicle is making popping noises in the front end and they don't want to fix it. They want to pawn it off on another part of the vehicle.
I was notified in July of two recalls on my Mazda(9516e airbag and 9716h lower control arm)the car is unsafe to drivewill Mazda give special rebate to puschase a new car I was notified in July of two recalls (9516e airbag and9716 lower control arm) it ihas been two months with no parts avaible.the car is parked and unsafe to drive,can I get a rebate and purchase a new car on this car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Mazda CX-7. While driving at least 35 MPH, a loud noise was heard coming from the steering column and the vehicle drove roughly. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to lee partyka Chevrolet Mazda Isuzu (200 skiff st, hamden, ct 06518 [phone]) for diagnostic testing, but was informed that the issue was not related to the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V593000 (suspension); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact was informed by the dealer to wait for a second notice when the recall remedy parts become available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that recall remedy parts were not available. …
While I was driving in town hwy the A/C system quick working , smoking coming from the hood and I totally lost the power steering on the car.. Finally after pulling over on a safe place on the side of the hwy I realized the A/C compressor locked and the clutch fell off and the serpentine belt for the steering was broken as well.. What a mess and dangerous situation.. Now de dealer says my car A/C compressor repair isn't covered under the warranty with only 39000 miles on it.. This is ridiculous and dangerous for all the Mazda CX-7 owners .. Please take an action and recall the A/C system on those car before someone get hurt or die buy..
Frequently asked questions
Which Mazda CX-7 years have steering problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2007 (20), 2011 (16), 2010 (10), 2008 (8) and 2009 (5) model years. Steering complaints make up 4% of all complaints for the 2007.
Is there a recall for Mazda CX-7 steering problems?
No. NHTSA lists no steering recall for any Mazda CX-7 model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Mazda CX-7 steering problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 82,000 miles; 18% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the linkages › tie rod assembly (1 mentions).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.