Brakes failed while driving. Mazda dealer did not fix this known defect under recall SSP93
2013 Mazda CX-9 brakes problems
severe 15 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450 · see brakes across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
15
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
1crash
When does it fail?
Of the 15 brakes complaints filed for the 2013 Mazda CX-9, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Brakes accounts for 22% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 6 categories tracked.
No new NHTSA brakes complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 4 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Mazda cx-9. While driving 40 MPH, the brakes made a hissing sound when engaged. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was 32,885.
Brake pedal became very difficult to depress, with hissing sound. Had to fully depress pedal to be able to stop from moderate speeds of 20-30mph. Research indicates the cx-9 has experienced brake booster failure with this symptom in previous model years.
Had brakes trouble with your 2013 Mazda CX-9?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2013 Mazda CX-9?
It's a meaningful issue. 15 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Across the 13 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most brakes failures cluster between 34,000 and 70,000 miles, with the median around 66,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 34,000; a quarter make it past 70,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes 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 brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Mazda/CX-9.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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