TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V451000 (SUSPENSION) AND 16V356000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER DID NOT GIVE A SPECIFIC DATE FOR WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER COULD NOT PROVIDE AN ESTIMATED DATE FOR WHEN TH…
2008 Mazda CX-9 suspension problems
severe 44 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $900
Complaints
44
Recalls
0
Crashes
4
Avg fix
$900
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
MY COMPLAINT IS MAZDA REJECTED MY REIMBURSEMENT CLAIM BASED ON THEIR "POLICY" OF HAVING ONLY A MAZDA DEALER PERFORM THE REPAIRS. I DO NOT ACCEPT THE REJECTION. WE TRIED TO SCHEDULE WITH MAZDA. NO CHANCE. THEY ARE TOO BOOKED. MY WIFE IS A SCHOOL TEACHER. WE MUST HAVE THE VEHICLE. A LONG STORY SHORT, ATTACHED ARE (3) ITEMS: THE RECALL NOTICE FROM MAZDA, THE RECEIPT FROM MY EXCELLENT MECHANIC…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL, A RATTLING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE FAILURE OCCURRED RANDOMLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V451000 (SUSPENSION). THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECA…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THERE WAS A NOTICEABLE SHAKE AND THE STEERING WHEEL FELT LOOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FAILURE COULD BE RELATED TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V451000 (SUSPENSION). THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION; HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFAC…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V451000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER DECLINED TO REMEDY THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED BY THE MANUFACTURER THAT THE VEHICLE HAD NOT REACHED THE INSPECTION THRESHOLD FOR IMMEDIATE REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENC…
Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2008 Mazda CX-9?
It's a meaningful issue. 44 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $900.
At what mileage does the suspension typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $900 for suspension repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to suspension?
No active recalls currently cover suspension issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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