2007 Mazda CX-9 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Mazda CX-9.

< older2008
Complaints
98
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
4

Worst 2007 Mazda CX-9 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#129 complaints

Suspension Failures

Avg mileage:96,284 mi
Crash-related:2
#211 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:78,000 mi
#310 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:123,891 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Mazda CX-9.

Suspension Failures
29
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
96,284
Airbags
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
78,000
Transmission / Drivetrain
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
123,891
Steering Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
77,782
Hydraulic Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wiring & Fuses
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Trailer Hitches
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2007 Mazda CX-9

4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~548,142 vehicles.

19V782000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~69,879 affected

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2007-2012 CX-7, CX-9, and 2009-2012 Maza6 vehicles. These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

17V457000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~79,402 affected

Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2012 CX-7, CX-9 and Mazda6 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.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Mazda is recalling certain 2009 CX-7, CX-9 and Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Mazda is recalling certain 2007-2008 CX-7 and CX-9 sold, or ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

17V429000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~205,377 affected

Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Mazda6, and 2007-2011 CX-7 and CX-9 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

15V451000Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint · Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm
~193,484 affected

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 CX-9 vehicles manufactured October 24, 2006, to December 28, 2013. The affected vehicles have front suspension ball joints that may corrode from water leaking into the fitting.

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2007 Mazda CX-9 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2007 Mazda CX-9 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2007 Mazda CX-9 has 98 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Suspension Failures with 29 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Mazda CX-9?
Top reported problems: Suspension Failures (29 complaints, avg 96,284 mi); Airbags (11 complaints, avg 78,000 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (10 complaints, avg 123,891 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Mazda CX-9?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 95,024 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2007 Mazda CX-9?
NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Mazda CX-9 include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2007 Mazda CX-9 have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 548,142 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2007 Mazda CX-9?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mazda CX-9 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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