2022 Mazda CX-9 Problems & Complaints

Better than average56% fewer complaints than a typical year of the CX-9 at the same age

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the 2022 Mazda CX-9 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 56% fewer than a typical CX-9 model year at the same age, making the 2022 one of the better CX-9 years. The most reported problem area is the driver assistance (2 complaints).

11complaints
0recalls
1crashes
1fires
2injuries
0deaths

Most common 2022 Mazda CX-9 problems

  • Driver assistance
    218%
  • Lights
    218%
  • Body & structure
    218%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    19%
  • Electrical system
    19%
  • Brakes
    19%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof
    19%
  • A/C & heater~53,000 miles
    19%
  • Steering
    19%
  • Seats
    19%

Share of the 11 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mazda CX-9 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Mazda CX-9. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best CX-9 years: 2015, 2022, 2020. Years to avoid: 2012, 2011, 2018, 2008, 2010. Compare all years →

2022 Mazda CX-9 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.5L 4-cyl turbo6-speed automatic4WD20 / 26 / 23

EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Mazda CX-9 a good car?

Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 CX-9 rates better than average: 56% fewer complaints than a typical year of the CX-9 at the same age. It is one of the best CX-9 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Mazda CX-9?

The driver assistance — 2 complaints, 18% of all complaints for this model year, most often about assist. Next are the lights (2) and body & structure (2).

How many recalls does the 2022 Mazda CX-9 have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2022 Mazda CX-9. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Mazda CX-9?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2015, 2022 and 2020. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2012, 2011, 2018, 2008 and 2010. See the full Mazda CX-9 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2022 Mazda CX-9 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 53,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

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.