| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2008 Mazda CX-9 repairs by problem area
Engine (12%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (21%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)
Other (5%)
Chart based on 265 repairs.
2008 Mazda CX-9 engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (3%)
$500 - $999 (24%)
$100 - $499 (27%)
< $100 (45%)
Chart based on 33 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV
273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 57000 mi US $800 |
Two ignition coil damage and one fuel injector |
| 33000 mi | Two problems. Car running on only 5 cylinders. one cyl not working due to bad Ignition coil. So engine struggles on uphill. Rear blower starts when ignition key is turned off. |
| 37000 mi US $250 |
Ignition coil on the 5th cylinder was not working. Got the Ignition coil from a external source($90 vs $140) and paid for the labor and spark plug. |
| 142000 mi US $300 |
oil change |
| 1000000000 mi US $600 |
Fuel injectors were gunked up. 1 cylinder wasn’t firing because the cable running power to the injector was loose at the connection site |
2008 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV
273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 68050 mi US $50 |
Replaced all 6 spark plugs to address a hesitation issue during acceleration or maintaining speed up inclines. New plugs resolved issue. |
| 80100 mi | engine computer tripped posting 5 check engine codes |
| 82000 mi US $950 |
Spark plug replacement and throttle body cleaning |
| 30300 mi | Motor mount replaced. |
| 43900 mi | Rattle caused by loose bracket. Bracket tightened. |
| 198000 mi US $400 |
oil pressure regulator. |
| 85000 mi US $850 |
Heat shield between drive train and cabin rusted out and had to be replaced. |
| 95000 mi US $865 |
Replaced rear main seal. |
| 101000 mi US $370 |
Replaced serpentine belt and Tensioner |
| 89800 mi US $1500 |
4 coils needed to be replaced |
| 102000 mi US $150 |
Front Muffler rusted, repair shop did not have part, inserted straight pipe. Still has both rear mufflers. Little louder than stock. |
| 110000 mi US $725 |
Replaced front muffler assembly |
| 56000 mi US $130 |
Loose heat shield, louder than normal engine noise due to rattling. |
| 14000 mi US $46 |
Rough Idle, died sometimes when idling. Dealer replaced throttle body, problem solved. |
| 19840 mi | Engine speed surging at hot idle |
| 75820 mi C $500 |
Replaced serpentine belt |
| 89280 mi C $50 |
Heat shield loose. Replaced bolts and reattached |
| 68000 mi US $180 |
Replacing the AC belt, which started to crack as previously inspected. |
| 121500 mi C $200 |
Drive belt and alternator belt replaced |
| 124620 mi | Drive belt was about to fail due to improper installation by dealer. |
| 24000 mi | Ticking sound from engine at 1500rpm under acceleration/load. Dealer found TSB related to problem. Dealer re-flashed computer and issue was gone. |
| 28000 mi | Knocking sound when cold. Unsuccessful, suspected in intake. Goes away when warm and is not heard unless below 40 degrees. |
| 75000 mi | Serpentine belt replaced as it showed signs of aging (cracking) |
| 10000 mi | Intermittant coolant odor present at 40 degrees+ in traffic/ in garage. Unable to find leak or repeatedly find issue, it happens in slow traffic and when fresh air is coming in (not on recirculate) Same issue since new, annoying for such a great car. |
| 36300 mi US $577 |
Spark plugs replaced. |
| 100000 mi US $93 |
Worn drive belts. Replaced 2 belts and belt tensioner. |
| 60400 mi US $200 |
oil leak. Dealer found aftermarket drain plug was ill fitting. Replaced it and leak stopped |
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