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2013 Mazda CX-9 problems
The 2013 Mazda CX-9 has 1 critical safety recall on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 68 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.
The 2013 Mazda CX-9 has 68 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). The most-reported system is brakes at 15 complaints, typically surfacing around 59,575 miles (~$450 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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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.
Buying a used 2013 Mazda CX-9? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
brakes — 15 owner reports
· tends to show around 59,575 mi · ~$450 to fix
engine — 13 owner reports
· tends to show around 91,795 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
airbags — 9 owner reports
· tends to show around 64,813 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
suspension — 9 owner reports
· tends to show around 88,667 mi · ~$900 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: brakes is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 59,575 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 1 active recall on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 7.4/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in
this vehicle's actual NHTSA record, not generic advice.
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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…
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…
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…
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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 should I check before buying a used 2013 Mazda CX-9?
Inspect the brakes first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 15 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 59,575 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2013 Mazda CX-9 a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.4 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 68 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is brakes. Typical failure occurs around 59,575 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
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 4 days 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.
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