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2013 · Mazda

Mazda CX-9 problems

1 critical safety recall on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 68 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.

Reliability score

7.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Severe

Moderate

Should you avoid this 2013 CX-9?

Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average
1 recall campaign on file

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.

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Top trouble spots 6 categories with 3+ complaints

brakes

15 reports · fails ~59,575 mi · avg $450

severe

engine

13 reports · fails ~91,795 mi · avg $3,100

moderate

airbags

9 reports · fails ~64,813 mi · avg $1,100

severe

suspension

9 reports · fails ~88,667 mi · avg $900

moderate

powertrain

5 reports · fails ~56,500 mi · avg $2,500

severe

body

3 reports · fails ~20,000 mi · avg $1,500

severe

Buyer's checklist

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Generated from this 2013 CX-9's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.

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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2013 CX-9?

We pulled the math: risk-weighted exposure, typical contract cost, and our verdict on whether coverage pencils out for this specific vehicle.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2013 CX-9 · suspension

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Mazda cx-9. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v451000 (suspension) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…

12/09/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10809215.0 · see suspension pattern →

2013 CX-9 · suspension

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Mazda cx-9. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v451000 (suspension) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…

11/27/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10807180.0 · see suspension pattern →

2013 CX-9 · engine

Water pump caused antifreeze to mix with motor oil causing the engine to have to be replace on three occasions within 6 months

11/19/2019 · at 88,950 mi · NHTSA ODI #11280993.0 · see engine pattern →

2013 CX-9 · powertrain

Purchased this car new, went to have oil change and there was oil underneath. The right pion seal was out. Had car towed and I contacted the dealership I found out the transfer case is out. Prior to this I smelled something like burning oil, but when I contacted the…

11/19/2013 · at 11,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10552858.0 · see powertrain pattern →

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critical NHTSA 18V018000 January 9, 2018

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2013 Mazda6 and CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F.

Common questions

Is the 2013 Mazda CX-9 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 68 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 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 2013 Mazda CX-9?

The 2013 Mazda CX-9 is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. 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 2013 Mazda CX-9?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 15 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 59,575 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 59,575 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 2013 Mazda CX-9?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 68 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, 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.

Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 7 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Mazda/CX-9. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Mazda. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.

Mazda CX-9 problems

Top trouble spots 6 categories with 3+ complaints

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

Estimate your repair exposure

Active recalls showing 1 of 1

Common questions

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