Complaints
140
Crashes
6
Fires
2
Injuries
8
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2016 Mazda CX-9 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#163 complaints
Engine Problems
Avg mileage:53,933 mi
Crash-related:1
#214 complaints
Electrical Faults
Avg mileage:29,494 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#311 complaints
Brakes
Avg mileage:32,443 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Mazda CX-9.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 63 | 1 | — | 53,933 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 14 | 1 | 1 | 29,494 mi | |
| Brakes | 11 | — | — | 32,443 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 9 | — | — | 13,850 mi | |
| Fuel System | 7 | — | — | 29,952 mi | |
| Body Structure | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel Pump | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
Engine Problems
63
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
53,933
Electrical Faults
14
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
29,494
Brakes
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
32,443
Transmission / Drivetrain
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
13,850
Fuel System
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
29,952
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2016 Mazda CX-9 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2016 Mazda CX-9 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2016 Mazda CX-9 has 140 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 63 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2016 Mazda CX-9?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (63 complaints, avg 53,933 mi); Electrical Faults (14 complaints, avg 29,494 mi); Brakes (11 complaints, avg 32,443 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 2016 Mazda CX-9?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 43,287 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2016 Mazda CX-9?
NHTSA complaints for the 2016 Mazda CX-9 include 6 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 8 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 2016 Mazda CX-9 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2016 Mazda CX-9 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2016 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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