Mazda CX9 Problems by Year

We compared every Mazda CX9 model year from 2007–2010 using 52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 1 recall and federal defect investigations. No CX9 year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

2model years
52complaints
1recalls
—worst years
—best years

Complaints by model year

200720101933
Owner complaints per model year, Mazda CX9. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
201033——BrakeLimited data
200719—1SuspensionLimited data

* Complaints compared with the median CX9 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Mazda CX9 problems

  • Brakesworst: 2010
    1529%
  • Air bagsworst: 2007
    1325%
  • Suspensionworst: 2007
    1019%
  • Engine & coolingworst: 2010
    612%
  • Transmission & drivetrainworst: 2007
    36%
  • Other / not specified
    24%
  • Wheels & tiresworst: 2007
    24%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroofworst: 2007
    24%
  • Steeringworst: 2007
    12%
  • Electrical systemworst: 2007
    12%
  • Speed control & accelerationworst: 2010
    12%
  • Lightsworst: 2010
    12%
  • Seat beltsworst: 2010
    12%

Latest Mazda CX9 recalls

Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash

NHTSA recall 09V-066 · Feb 23, 2009 · 30,600 vehicles

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.

Remedy: 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.

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Mazda CX9 should you avoid?

None of the Mazda CX9 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Mazda CX9 problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the brakes (15), air bags (13) and suspension (10). Brake complaints peak in the 2010 model year.

How many recalls has the Mazda CX9 had?

1 recall across 2007–2010. The model year with the most is 2007.

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.