Mazda CX-9 problems
86 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 7 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
The passenger front wheel disconnected from the lower control arm, resulting in immediate loss of control of the vehicle. Fortunately the vehicle was being driven thru a residential area at a low speed. Two months prior to the failure, the car had a front-wheel alignment, and…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mazda cx-9. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 17v457000 (air bags) and 15v451000 (suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…
My husband had just left our home and luckily were still in our neighborhood when our Mazda cx9 started to stutter and shake and become un-drivable. It rode very rough. It happened with absolutely no warning. We took it to the local repair shop and was told that the check engine…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mazda cx-9. While the vehicle was being repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 15v451000 (suspension), it was brought to the contact's attention that the tread on the two front tires was worn due to the failure of the lower control arms and ball joints.…
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Mazda CX-9 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 86 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Mazda CX-9 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Mazda CX-9?
On the NHTSA data, the 2007 Mazda CX-9 does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Mazda CX-9?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is suspension, with 31 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 97,609 miles. Average repair cost runs about $900 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The suspension is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $900 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 97,609 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Mazda CX-9 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Mazda CX-9?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 86 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $900, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.