Mazda CX-9 complaints by model year
1,489 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 39 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 53 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2018 | 128 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 106 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | 35 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 | 54 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 2013 | 68 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| 2012 | 221 | 9 | 0 | 4 |
| 2011 | 170 | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| 2010 | 195 | 7 | 5 | 6 |
| 2009 | 59 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| 2008 | 172 | 10 | 0 | 5 |
| 2007 | 86 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2014–2023. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 17 | 67 | 43 | 76 | 23 | 5 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 9 | 9 | 6 | 9 | 19 | 14 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 | 14 | 2 | 15 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Power train | 7 | 3 | 9 | 4 | 13 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Suspension | 5 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Mazda CX-9 recalls (13)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one CX-9 model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V875000 | Nov 12, 2021 | Fuel Pump May Fail | 2018, 2019 | 86.5% |
| 21V750000 | Sep 27, 2021 | Seat May Slide Forward in a Crash/FMVSS 210 | 2020, 2021 | 92.3% |
| 19V782000 | Oct 31, 2019 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2007–2012 | 67.9% |
| 19V770000 | Oct 28, 2019 | Tire Tread Can Detach | 2019 | 98.6% |
| 19V403000 | May 30, 2019 | Weak Retention Force of Wiring Harness Connectors | 2018 | 87.6% |
| 18V717000 | Oct 12, 2018 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2010–2015 | 76.9% |
| 18V018000 | Jan 9, 2018 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2009, 2010, 2013 | 72.2% |
| 17V457000 | Jul 18, 2017 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture | 2007–2012 | 62.3% |
| 17V429000 | Jun 29, 2017 | Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture | 2007–2011 | 44.4% |
| 16V203000 | Apr 11, 2016 | Insufficient Bolt Torque may Cause Steering Loss | 2013, 2014, 2015 | 79.4% |
| 15V451000 | Jul 20, 2015 | Corrosion of Front Suspension Ball Joint | 2007–2014 | 70.6% |
| 10V051000 | Feb 19, 2010 | SEAT HEATER CONTROL SYSTEM | 2010 | — |
| 09V066000 | Feb 23, 2009 | POWER ADJUSTABLE SEAT POSITION MEMORY FUNCTION | 2007, 2008, 2009 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
| 2022 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2014 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2013 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Mazda CX-9 FAQ
How many recalls has the Mazda CX-9 had?
NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns that cover at least one Mazda CX-9 model year from 2007 to 2023. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Mazda CX-9 year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2012 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (221) and the 2020 the fewest (19). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Mazda CX-9 problems?
Across the 2014–2023 model years, owners most often name the engine, unknown or other, electrical system in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Mazda CX-9 get?
EPA rates the 2023 Mazda CX-9 at 23 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.