repaired · 2021 Q1
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
2007 Mazda CX-9Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 86 owner complaints about the 2007 Mazda CX-9, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-429 the manufacturer reports only 44% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 22, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2007 Mazda CX-9 has problems
86 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
37Suspension2 crash/fire/injury
18Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
12Power train
9Steering1 crash/fire/injury
6Electrical system
5Wheels
4Service brakes, hydraulic
4Structure
3Fuel/propulsion system
1710 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 37 | 2 |
| Air bags | 18 | 1 |
| Power train | 12 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 1 |
| Wheels | 5 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 |
| 10 other systems | 17 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2007 Mazda CX-9 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q1
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Control arm: lower arm
Risk. Over time, the ball joint corrosion may result in the front lower control arm separating from the ball joint, causing a loss of steering control and increasing…
Show 1 more recall
no report yet
Wiring: interior/under dash
Risk. DRIVERS WILL EXPERIENCE CERTAIN FUNCTIONS THAT ARE UNCONTROLLABLE WHICH WILL CAUSE SERIOUS DIFFICULTIES IN DRIVING INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mazda.
Mileage at failure
When do suspension problems start?
94kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 27 suspension complaints. 59% were reported before 100,000 miles.
1under 30k miles16under 100k miles11100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2007 vs. every other CX-9 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the CX-9 median. How we score
'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2007 Mazda CX-9 safety ratings
2007 Mazda CX-9 4-DR.w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crashNot rated
Side barrierNot rated
- Rollover: 4 stars (14.3% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2007 Mazda CX-9, and the recalls they led to.
- Lower ball joint separationLed to recall 15V-451
In owners' words
What CX-9 owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Well I was backing up from a parking spot when put out of the blue my vehicle wouldn't move. The drive side wheel is not working and these little around thing where on the ground. Before that happen the driver side tire would become lose to where it would fall off.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 17V457000 (AIR BAGS) AND 15V451000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR…
TODA MI FAMILIA IVAMOS EN EL FREE WAY DE VISITA A UNA CIUDAD QUE SE ENCUNTRA A UNA HORA DE DONDE NOSOTROS RADICAMOS CUANDO DE REEPENTE EMPESO A TEMBLARSE EL MOTOR LO LLEVE CON MI MECNICO ME LO REVISO COMPLETO Y ME DIJO QUE LOS BRAZOS DELANTEROS ESTABAN DAADOS AL POCO TIEMPO LE PRENDI LA LUZ DEL AIR…
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