WE WERE NOTIFIED ON THE LOWER CONTROL ARM RECALL IN SEPTEMBER. IT'S RIDICULOUS THAT THE REPLACEMENT PARTS HAVE NOT BEEN MADE AVAILABLE. WHY IS MAZDA DRAGGING THEIR FEET ON A SAFETY ISSUE LIKE THIS
2009 Mazda CX-7 suspension problems
moderate 15 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $900
Complaints
15
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$900
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
TAKATA RECALL RECEIVED AIRBAG RECALL IN JULY, WARNING ME NOT TO USE THE PASSENGER SEAT, AS OF DECEMBER 13, 2016 MY VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. IN OCTOBER, I RECEIVED A SECOND SAFETY RECALL FOR A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS FRONT SUSPENSION DEFECT, AGAIN, NO PARTS AVAILABLE TO REPAIR MY CAR. I FEEL THAT MY VEHICLE SHOULD BE MADE SAFE NOW OR I SHOULD BE GIVEN ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION UNTIL IT IS.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MAZDA CX-7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LACKED STABILITY WHEN BEING OPERATED AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND BALL JOINTS WERE DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 17V429000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V593000 (S…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MAZDA CX-7. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V356000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V593000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MAZDA CX-7. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V593000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER (EICH VOLKSWAGEN, 1931 W DIVISION ST, ST CLOUD, MN 56301 (320) 251-1737) INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE PARTS W…
Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2009 Mazda CX-7?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 15 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $900 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
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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