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Mazda CX-9 repairs by problem area

Engine (13%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 924 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the Mazda CX-9.

Mazda CX-9 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (12%)

$500 - $999 (18%)

$100 - $499 (31%)

< $100 (37%)

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Chart based on 584 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2019 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
Jun 2021

22 mi
Spider web Crack in multimedia screen ...dealer put in replacement screen under factory warranty (its a known issue) and also had dealer do software update no extra charge 
Mazda CX-9 in Maryland, United States
Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
Jun 2022

6000 mi
Upper right hand corner of nav screen glass cracking - replaced under basic warranty. 
Mazda CX-9 in Minnesota, United States
Nov 2021 - Jun 2022
Apr 2022

36000 mi
The infotainment screen had started to haze over and needed to be replaced. I had to take it back three extra times because they didn't have the part, then told me it was in when it wasn't, then they got the wrong part and finally I got it fixed. 

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2018 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in Virginia, United States
Dec 2020 - Dec 2021
Jun 2020

23000 mi
faulty ECU causing multiple failures. Vehicle would go into a limp mode. Replacing the ECU remedied the issues 
Mazda CX-9 in Oregon, United States
Sep 2017 - May 2021
Jun 2018

4000 mi
Battery died for no known reason. Dealer had to clear a smart key fault after jumping the vehicle. No issue with vehicle while the fault was present. 
Mazda CX-9 in Maryland, United States
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018

200 mi
Second row USB ports inop 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Jan 2018 - Jun 2019
Jun 2018

3000 mi
Computer, software upgrade, reprogram 
Sep 2018

7000 mi
2x all warning and indicator lights,alarms etc,came on during driving. vhe running fine at the time,and all warnings ,alarms etc,were unfounded. dealer along with Mazda,checked all wiring systems, connections ecm etc,tested and drove vhe.see what happens in future?according to dealer and Mazda NOT a common occurrence!? do not know if repair is successful? 
May 2019

14000 mi
same as prior,all alarms and warning lights ...shop checked wiring,connections,and reprogrammed 

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2017 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Oct 2017

4000 mi
minor issue with plastic wheel arch trim 
Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
Jul 2017 - Jun 2022
Feb 2020

36000 mi

US $150
Battery needed replacement and it was close to end of warranty period. 
Mazda CX-9 in Florida, United States
Aug 2017 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018

8100 mi
Infotainment system crashing, rebooting, going unresponsive when Bluetooth devices are connected. Right headlight judders when turning in/out of a curve (car equipped with adaptive “steerable” headlights) Moonroof switch sticks, occasionally requires several pushes to open moonroof Right side headlight not properly aimed after headlight replacement. Returned to adjust aim. Tonight I realized it’s still misaligned. Right side headlight unit was replaced last week. Vehicle returned to me with badly mis-aligned headlight. Returned for adjustment. Came back still out of alignment - worse than before. Tech writer assured me it was the best they could achieve (at 6 feet away from a wall, the headlights were noticeably off axis). New service writer & new tech managed to get it right this time. 
May 2018

12000 mi
On highway, a thump then grinding sound happened. Pulled over and found the lower engine cover had torn away from the front attachpoints and bent backwards, jammed into the engine and dragging the roadway. Could not dislodge on the roadside and had to have it towed. Classic Mazda in Orlando’s solution? Bent the damaged part back into place and drill new holes into it to reattach it! I wish I could say I’m making this up. This is how they delivered it back to me (mind you, this is Mazda’s flagship vehicle... $44,000 sticker price). I refused to accept it in this condition and insisted they replace the part and attach it the way it is supposed to be attached. The vehicle is sitting at the dealership waiting for the parts. Going on 3 days now. A thump/strange noise from the right front wheel area is periodically heard going over uneven pavement, changes in grade, or speed bumps. Lower engine dust shield had been haphazardly repaired by the dealer. Part ordered and replaced 2 days later Returned vehicle to dealer for a complete inspection of this week’s repair, as well as all prior repairs. Car is 8 months old and has had the following major repairs: - Replaced navigation screen and software update due to repeated crashes and reboots - Replaced right headlight unit due to jitter/shutter when hitting bumps or in curves - Lower engine shield/cover fell while on the highway, peeling itself backwards and wedging against the vehicle floorpan - Groan noise from right front wheel when hitting uneven pavement/bumps. Unresolved — “can’t duplicate” 
Mazda CX-9 in Massachusetts, United States
Mar 2017 - Jul 2020
Jan 2018

6000 mi
[tie-rod] was loose needed to be tightened 
Mazda CX-9 in Florida, United States
Jun 2017 - Jul 2018
Nov 2017

8000 mi
System locked up to the point could not turn off the radio or control in any way. Would also reboot while driving. 
Mazda CX-9 in Saskatchewan, Canada
Oct 2020 - Oct 2021
Sep 2020

53630 mi

C $205
OEM battery failed. Replaced with Group 24F AGM battery. 
Mazda CX-9 in Louisiana, United States
Nov 2017 - Jun 2018
May 2018

7000 mi
Ignition coil failed. 
Mazda CX-9 in Manitoba, Canada
Jan 2017 - Oct 2021
Jan 2018

6510 mi
Driver's side mirror would wiggle while driving on highway - dealer replaced mirror assembly that was still under warranty 

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2016 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Oct 2016 - Oct 2019
Aug 2017

17000 mi

US $125
Other car pulled off wheel base trim and had to have it replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Jan 2021 - Jan 2022
Jan 2022

79000 mi

US $1600
PCM software update to fix CEL 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Jul 2016 - Mar 2018
Jun 2017

13000 mi
There was a clunking noise in the rear right suspension and a suspension part had to be replaced. 

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2016 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
Apr 2016 - Aug 2018
Jun 2017

15000 mi
Oil pan drain was damaged by dealer tech. It was replaced by dealer under warranty. Infotainment screen was replaced by dealer under warranty 
Mazda CX-9 in Alberta, Canada
Apr 2018 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018

15190 mi
TSB on right rear springs 
Mazda CX-9 in Rhode Island, United States
Dec 2016 - Jun 2022
Jun 2022

22000 mi

US $100
Replaced the driver seat cable (was squealing when seat was moved) 
Mazda CX-9 in Indiana, United States
Aug 2016 - Nov 2021
Feb 2017

7000 mi
Oil change reminder popped on and would not shut off despite the system showing we still had 3000 miles to go until next service. The Mazda dealer was stumped and found only switching to the flexible intervals 'fixed' the problem. Dealer also updated the system software because of Bluetooth issues 
Jun 2017

13000 mi
Right rear spring started sounding like a old bed at a sketchy motel. Dealer replaced coil spring and rubber protector. Infortainment system was acting glitchy again, with occasional long startup times and occasional reboot while driving. 

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2014 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Jun 2018 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018

32314 mi
Front lower control arms were replaced as part of a factory recall. 
Aug 2020

43000 mi
Front driver side window motor replaced Front passenger window motor replaced 
Jan 2022

52140 mi
Rear driver side window motor replaced Rear passenger side window motor replaced Both rear stabilizer links worn and replaced 

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2014 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
Jun 2018 - Aug 2023
Aug 2023

58500 mi

US $350
Driver power window actuator replacement 
Mazda CX-9 in Minnesota, United States
Jun 2018 - Oct 2021
Jul 2018

71000 mi
PTU Replacement 
Aug 2021

112000 mi

US $300
Replaced Front Wheel Bearing 

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2013 Mazda CX-9

Engine not specified

Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Jun 2017 - Jan 2018
Jan 2018

56000 mi

US $751
Rubbing sound on right left. Replaced brake pads and turned rotors.  Also replace wheel bearing and axel. 

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2013 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda CX-9 in Michigan, United States
Dec 2016 - Apr 2017
Jan 2017

44000 mi

US $450
Noise from right front wheel while braking. Turned out to be backing plate rubbing. Dealer talked wife into new pads even though the pads on the cars were <1 year old. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Aug 2015 - Oct 2017
Oct 2017

74000 mi

US $220
OEM battery not holding charge. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Aug 2015 - Jun 2022
Jun 2016

51000 mi

US $400
Replaced leaking right-front strut. 
Jan 2017 Repaired/replaced left-front bearings 
Oct 2017

75000 mi
The fob sensor that allows the push-button on the driver's side door handle to operate no longer works. Was told cost to fix would be prohibitive. 
Apr 2018

85000 mi

US $100
Factory battery replaced after just two years. Under warranty. 
Oct 2021

130000 mi

US $900
Replaced starter 
Jan 2022

141000 mi

US $400
Replaced torn CV boot 

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2013 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in Georgia, United States
Aug 2015 - Jun 2022
Mar 2016

39000 mi

US $100
Nav system completely stopped working, as if the vehicle didn't even have built in navigation. Dealer reflashed the system and seems to be fine now. 
Apr 2017

57248 mi
AWD transfer case replaced under Mazda extended warranty 
Mazda CX-9 in Nevada, United States
Sep 2016 - May 2018
Sep 2017

35560 mi
Driver's side visor would not stay up Although outside of warranty period, dealer picked up total cost! 
Mar 2018

38000 mi
Transfer case failed. Replaced under warranty and Mazda added 2 yrs to powertrain warranty to cover this part. 
Mazda CX-9 in Ohio, United States
Aug 2015 - Mar 2016
Mar 2016

41000 mi
Drive shaft for all wheel drive to the rear wheels. Seal at the trans case started leaking.. Nothing major and was still under warranty 
Mazda CX-9 in Minnesota, United States
Jun 2021 - Sep 2022
Oct 2021

88000 mi

US $25
Oil bubbling from awd transfer case. Googled issue and found a method to suck out and replace the gear oil. Replaced gear oil. 
Mazda CX-9 in Michigan, United States
Aug 2015 - Mar 2016
Oct 2015

27300 mi
The transfer case was leaking Transfer case replaced 
Feb 2016

29900 mi
Brake booster vacuum leak 
Mazda CX-9 in Iowa, United States
Aug 2015 - Jul 2022
Feb 2016

22000 mi
Heat shield underneath car broke off 
Jan 2018

39000 mi

US $300
Heat shield underneath gas tank came unattached. Shield was removed due to it riding in the driveshaft. Need to take it back in and assess replacement. 
Jul 2022

66000 mi

US $700
Wheel bearing worn an loud, and needed to be replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Kansas, United States
Aug 2015 - Feb 2022
Aug 2016

43000 mi

US $600
Check engine light on. 1st trip replaced fuel cap. 2nd trip replaced cannister valve. 3rd trip replaced fuel cap again 
Feb 2022

87000 mi

US $125
Check engine light was on. Turns out fuel cap is letting gas in. Had changed the entire fuel intake line at the dealership 3 years ago for $1200 but seems like the issue has resurfaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Virginia, United States
Aug 2015 - Mar 2019
Oct 2015

7200 mi
Breaking became soft, surging. During routine oil change, dealer replaced all four rotors and one control arm at no charge. See Mazda Safety Recall 8515G 

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2012 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda CX-9 in Georgia, United States
Oct 2012 - Sep 2022
Dec 2012

2000 mi
Rubber seal surrounding headlight on driver's side was improperly installed; replacement required removal of bumper, grille and headlight assembly (4 hours to complete), loaner car provided 
Aug 2013

13000 mi
Windshield wipers got out of sync and crashed into each other. Driver side wiper arm bent and passenger side wiper arm stripped at base (where it attaches to motor). All parts of both wipers replaced, but one had to ordered. 
Oct 2014

31700 mi

US $80
High beams range and quality had significantly degraded since new. Replaced with Sylvania Ultra bulbs. Tried to replace bulbs myself but could not fit my hand in the tight space to insert and secure bulbs. 
May 2015

42000 mi
Brake booster vacuum leak, brake booster replaced under warranty extension for that part. Had to order part but provided loaner. 
Jul 2015

45000 mi
Started hearing a loud, intermittent metallic rattling sound after last repair trip. Heat shield on exhaust was loose and the entire exhaust system is being replaced per an extended warranty on the parts. Six days and parts not here yet. 
Aug 2015

46200 mi
Repair of exhaust system noted in 7/15 were completed after waiting 22 days for parts. Noticed heat shield rattling when A/C kicked on a few days later and had to return to dealer for repair. 
Feb 2019

95000 mi

US $725
Transmission began shifting into D (from P, R or N) very harshly a few months ago. I located a TSB that identified this issue as "shift shock" and indicated that a TCM re-flash would correct the issue, if TCM could be reflashed. Based on production date/VIN, the TCM itself could require replacement. A new TCM lists for just over $1k! Luckily, my TCM was one that could be re-flashed. The intial charge for this was $159, but I negotiated it down to $75. I have also noticed some odd behavior in the transmission's downshift behavior. It has always been aggressive about downshifting for engine braking, but it had become overly-agressive on an intermittent basis. The dealer traced this to a faulty Throttle Pedal Position Sensor. The price for this repair was around $375. Finally, they were very insistent that new Synthetic ATF was essential to ensure everything worked well. I was fine with the change, but the $349 price tag was a different story. I did some research, we went back and forth a few times and finally I got them to agree to do it for $210. It's still steep, IMO, but it's worth it for the peace of mind. 
Jul 2022

128000 mi

US $920
Front shocks/struts were replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017

55000 mi

US $50
Window Regulators on both front sides stopped working due to worn out gears 
Mazda CX-9 in Virginia, United States
Nov 2016 - Jul 2018
Jun 2017

60000 mi
Drain plug clogged. Water accumulated in vent and sloshing through fan. Easily cleared with shop vac. 

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2012 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in Ohio, United States
Nov 2015 - Dec 2017
Aug 2015

29000 mi

US $100
Brakes became VERY soft, requiring standing on the pedal to stop. It began while we were on vacation in the mountains, which was obviously not ideal worrying about braking on a windy mountain road. 
Apr 2016

31000 mi

US $100
There was an issue with ignition wiring in one of the cylinders, causing a misfire and obviously poor performance. Oddly, no check engine light. Was covered under extended warranty. Dealer initially quoted replacing wiring for all cylinders, but only replaced wiring for the one cylinder after learning of the warranty. Don't recall total cost quoted, but I think it was ~$800. 
Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
Jan 2015 - Dec 2016
Sep 2015

27000 mi
The brake booster completely failed making braking extremely difficult and dangerous. Brake booster was replaced under warranty. Parts in stock, known problem. 
Mazda CX-9 in Washington, United States
Feb 2016 - Jun 2019
Mar 2016

26000 mi
Transfer case seal failed, transfer case replaced. 
Sep 2017

48000 mi

US $400
Pulsing/vibration coming from rear disc brakes. Rotors and discs had plenty of material life left in them. Replaced discs and pads all around. Issue went away. 
Jun 2018

59000 mi

US $600
Rear passenger axle seal replaced Hard shifting transmission. TSB active for this transmission. Dealer did software update 
Mazda CX-9 in Michigan, United States
Sep 2012 - Jan 2015
Mar 2013

6000 mi
TPMS light came on 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Jul 2015 - Jun 2016
Aug 2015

59000 mi
Boosters Power transfer case 
Mazda CX-9 in Colorado, United States
Sep 2012 - Jun 2022
Jul 2014

49000 mi
The brake booster failed. This possibility was mentioned in an extended warranty notice several months ago, but it was still a dangerous surprise when it happened while driving the car in heavy traffic. The brakes worked, but with a delay and more effort. 
Jun 2017

80000 mi

US $25
Replaced both headlights after one burned out. Sixth replacement in last 20,000 miles (3 years). Dealer knows this is a big problem for the CX-9, but has no suggestions. I have tried several different top quality bulbs, all seem to last about 6 months. 
Oct 2017

74000 mi

US $500
Replacement of warped front rotors, new front brake pads. 
Apr 2022

106000 mi

US $650
Suspension bushings in front of car replaced to tighten steering and remove clunking noises when hitting pot holes. 
Mazda CX-9 in Alberta, Canada
Feb 2013 - Jun 2022
Nov 2015

26660 mi
Suspension/steering recall repair. ball joints and lower control arms replaced under recall. 
Mar 2016

29140 mi
Removed and replaced oil seals on output shaft. Rear axle seals were leaking fluid. 
Jan 2022

76880 mi

C $3400
Rear Dif and/or transfer case, control solenoid, rebuild. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Jan 2013 - Jun 2018
Jul 2013

20700 mi
Hiss or whistle from under dash when brake pressed and held. Pedal mushy but brakes still worked. Diagnosed as a failed vacuum booster for the master cylinder. Replaced by dealer under warranty. 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Jun 2014 - Feb 2015
Nov 2014

35000 mi
Finish flaked off of steering wheel radio satellite controls for radio. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Oct 2012 - Jun 2022
May 2014

14000 mi
Transfer case output seal leaking causing burning oil smell due to proximity to exhaust system. The dealership replaced the seal and all seems fine now. 
Nov 2015

25700 mi
Replaced transfer case for ongoing burning smell when going uphill. Related to previous repair attempt of replacing output seal. 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
May 2013 - Mar 2021
Jun 2013

6000 mi
Driver side mirror vibration 
Oct 2015

30500 mi

US $200
Loose from end 
Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
Sep 2012 - Jun 2015
Mar 2015

43000 mi
front wheel drive system leaking and replaced under warranty 
Mazda CX-9 in Quebec, Canada
Jul 2015 - Mar 2017
Mar 2017

62620 mi

C $800
Power steering hose was leaking and oil was dropping on top the exhaust, we can smell burned oil in the car. Replaced power steering hose. Rear wheel bearing making grounding noise. It was replaced Had to replaced all Rotor and Pads Rattling noise coming from rear back passenger side. Mecanic could not find the source. 
Mazda CX-9 in Quebec, Canada
Apr 2013 - Sep 2021
Jun 2018

26040 mi
Replaced Front Transfer case 
Mazda CX-9 in Connecticut, United States
Sep 2012 - Feb 2016
Feb 2015

44000 mi
4 wheel drive system failed completely and dealer installed brand new(transfer case/transaxle) 
Dec 2015

61000 mi
Failure of valve cover gaskets, front engine seal, multiple engine seals all failed at same time. Emissions controls also failed and were replaced.  They obviously didn't do a good job because the valve cover gaskets and a seal on the side of the engine failed again a week later. I was told that the gaskets were installed improperly due to the lack of room, can't see what you're doing. 
Feb 2016

61000 mi
I had it with this car. The car would constantly stall while driving or in park or whenever. There are 6 codes currently showing on computer and with all the past issues we gave up on this car It's a lemon 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
Jul 2013 - Oct 2019
Apr 2017

71000 mi

US $100
Transmission had to be replaced. It started with a leak in one of the valves that resulted in all the fluid leaking and then the whole transmission failed 
May 2017

75000 mi

US $700
Brake pedal was very soft and emitted a hissing sound when pressed. It was diagnosed as failing master cylinder 
Jun 2017

75000 mi

US $100
brake switch had to be replaced since it was causing a check engine light 
Jul 2018

99000 mi

US $900
Differential, just a fluid change. 
Mazda CX-9 in North Dakota, United States
Sep 2012 - Jun 2018
May 2013

6000 mi
Manual lift plastic gate handle broke off and had to be replaced 
Mar 2014

13000 mi
Differential started to leak. Was replaced with a brand-new unit, which started to leak again. Another replacement of seals in the differential and the car appears fine. Tool altogether 3 trips within the span of a month. 
Aug 2014

15900 mi
Rattling at certain RPM during acceleration. Dealer replaced an exhaust pipe. The noise is still there after the repair. Because it is not a safety issue, this will be addressed during the next PM visit to the dealer. 

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2011 Mazda CX-9

Engine not specified

Mazda CX-9 in Victoria, Australia
Feb 2011 - Apr 2011
Mar 2011

3100 mi
Initially, knocking noise from front right, mainly when turning left (no brakes applied). Ended up happening also when driving slowly and turning steering wheel left to right. Work Done: Replaced right engine mount. Fixed problem. Right drivers window was not tracking correctly and was rattling when when down part way while driving. Action taken: Replaced window motor and readjusted window to align correctly. Rear power tail gate would not lock correctly when closing. Intermitent. Action Taken: Greased, realigned hatch. Now working. 

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2011 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Jul 2011 - Oct 2017
Apr 2016

55000 mi
Brake booster covered under warrantee 
Mazda CX-9 in Arizona, United States
Mar 2011 - Oct 2013
Aug 2011

5700 mi
ABS systen returned a fault code so they replaced it 
Oct 2013

30000 mi
Replace Fuel Sensor Chrome was pealing off the Mazda emblem on the front 
Mazda CX-9 in Delaware, United States
Feb 2011 - Jan 2012
Sep 2011

12000 mi
Loud buzzing metal rattle from underneath vehicle towards firewall when accelerating, low speed to near shift points as engine revs. Sounds like loud exhaust rumble. Could not duplicate when at dealer, but vehicle inspected underneath. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Apr 2012 - Jan 2018
Jun 2013

26000 mi
Somehow the housing for the cabin filter was broken. No one knows how. Maybe the company that did our inspection broke it without telling us. 
Mazda CX-9 in Tennessee, United States
May 2011 - Nov 2011
Nov 2011

8000 mi
11-2-11 A/C - started blowing hot air - had to reprogram - Mazda had a service notice on it but not notifying anyone - just reprogram if owner starts having problem 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Apr 2011 - Jul 2016
Sep 2011

5000 mi
heard a slight ticking noise from the engine under light load and low RPM. dealer could not replicate but advised that Mazda is aware of this common issue and has issued a notice that they are aware of the sound but not to be concerned. 
Feb 2012

9000 mi
Windshield wiper mechanism was grinding, dealer replaced front wiper link Ticking noise coming from engine off idle. 
Mar 2012

10000 mi
brake switch failed and replaced under warranty. 
Apr 2012

11000 mi
dealer agreed to replace engine to resolve the ongoing ticking issue 
Aug 2015

60000 mi
the brake vacuum booster failed (a known issue covered by a recall) 
Mazda CX-9 in Louisiana, United States
Jun 2011 - Apr 2020
Jul 2011 Bracket lose behind driver side dash board. The issue was promptly fixed in 1 day. 
Mar 2015

27000 mi
Broken driver side window motor. 
Mar 2017

47000 mi
Passenger side airbag 
Mar 2018

50000 mi

US $173
Passenger front and passenger rear left window broken. 3 out of 4 windows have failed. 
Mazda CX-9 in Washington, United States
Sep 2011 - Dec 2014
Nov 2011

1000 mi
We've noticed driver side mirror vibration. Problem was reproduced during test drive with a service tech. After that they inspected a mirror for possible tightening issues and decided to order a new one. Dealer installed new mirror, but this didn't fix the problem. 
Dec 2011

1000 mi
Dealer again confirmed problem with vibrating driver side mirror. This time they've contacted Mazda and ordered "some special kit, which will solve the issues". Dealer installed repair kit, but broke the mirror and had to order a new one, which delayed a repair to 5 days total. Rental car was provided at the dealer expense. Unfortunatelly there is no improvement after repair was finished. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Sep 2013 - Apr 2020
Nov 2016

53100 mi
Power braking system was leaking 
Mazda CX-9 in Alabama, United States
Sep 2011 - Jun 2022
Oct 2015

116500 mi

US $350
Driver's side window motor failed. 
Feb 2017

155000 mi

US $360
Passenger side window motor failed. They replaced the motor. 
Nov 2021

209000 mi

US $3000
Leaking shocks, worn out springs. Brake lights not coming on Driver visor spring worn out, the visor had to be replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Sep 2015 - Feb 2022
May 2017

81000 mi

US $500
Replaced brake Rotors and Pads, Serviced the transmission, and replaced fluid. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Aug 2014 - Jun 2018
Sep 2014

44000 mi

US $150
Battery needed to be replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
May 2013 - Dec 2021
Jun 2013

46000 mi

US $375
Dealer mechanic disassembled LF axle assembly and added grease to location recommend by factory TSP. 
Nov 2015

80000 mi

US $150
Driver's door power lock actuator/latch replacement 
Mar 2016

84000 mi

US $200
Replaced howling left wheel bearing/hub assembly 
Oct 2016

94500 mi

US $300
Brake booster failure. A TSB advised of some known defective units, advised free dealer replacement up to 90,000 miles. Mine failed at 91.500. Dealer split cost. 
Mar 2019

123600 mi

US $400
Replace alternator and drive belt 
Jan 2020

131523 mi

US $250
replace starter 
Aug 2021

144000 mi

US $75
Replace thermostat and upper radiator hose 
Mazda CX-9 in North Carolina, United States
Jan 2013 - Feb 2020
Jun 2017

153000 mi

US $525
Failed power brake booster was replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Arizona, United States
Oct 2017 - Feb 2023
Jan 2019

113000 mi
Front brakes worm down to 3mm. Replaced pads and rotors. Back brakes still at 50%. Right front CV joint leaking. Replaced. Replaced original struts and shocks. One strut and one shock leaking. Replaced all four. 
Jun 2020

120000 mi

US $161
Steering sensor ring worn out. This caused the traction control light out to stay on. When vehicle was traveling in a straight line, the sensor showed the wheel turning which affected the traction control / stability control. Part was $ 10 and the dealer only charged me for the basic shop scan, part and replacement. I couldn't believe how little I was charged. 
Sep 2021

128000 mi
Had coolant leak. Found out the drain plug was cracked and almost sheared off. A large rubber washer originally hid the defect. Mechanic replaced the drain plug. As I am a regular customer, there was no charge to replace the plug and top off the coolant. 
Jan 2022

130000 mi

US $175
Oil pressure sending unit had a leak. Was leaking on air compressor which kept oil from leaking on driveway, so only upon oil check light coming on, I was unaware of the leak. Unit was replaced and oil change included. 
Jun 2022

137000 mi

US $300
Replaced rear shocks. 
Feb 2023

140000 mi

US $230
Driver's door handle internal parts broke and fell inside door. Waited for OEM parts for 3 months and used a temporary handle until part arrived. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Jul 2015 - Jun 2022
Sep 2017

79000 mi

US $400
alternator failure 
Mazda CX-9 in Florida, United States
Feb 2014 - Mar 2022
Apr 2015

44200 mi

US $150
Brake booster failure. Fixed under Mazda's extended warranty as it was a known issue for the model year. Passenger side power window motor failure 
Dec 2017

83000 mi

US $250
Broken wheel bearing caused noise in the front left wheel. More pronounced on smooth tarmac as it could be heard above the road noise. 
May 2018

89000 mi

US $1650
Needed to replace driver side front strut. Had to replace in pairs. Was bottoming out and was leading to poor handling. Replaced 4 rotors and brake pads at 88k miles. Used Mazda OEM rotors and pads. 
Jun 2019

106000 mi

US $249
Spark plugs replacement 
Mazda CX-9 in Connecticut, United States
Oct 2015 - Dec 2022
Apr 2018

64788 mi

US $330
The driver's Master door window switch would not lower the rear left window. It did work in the up direction. The entire switch had to be replaced. 
Dec 2018

74000 mi

US $375
Driver's side door [window] motor had to be replaced. Air bag pump replaced due to recall 
Nov 2021

101000 mi

US $40
Replaced passenger side window motor. 

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2011 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in Vermont, United States
Apr 2011 - Jun 2018
Mar 2012

15000 mi
valve body leak 
Nov 2012

23100 mi
In cruise control and 40-55 mph on a slight up slope the transmission will surge about 500 rpm between 1500 & 2000 many many times before it will shift or lock on to a given rpm 
Jun 2016

41000 mi
Surging since car new. Found tsp that addressed the problem called madza got them to look at it. Couldn't make it do it for the factory rep but he agreededto do the latest update to the software. Problem solved 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2016 - Dec 2017
Jul 2017

98000 mi

US $150
Engine ping/knock under load between 2000-3000 rpm. Had extended warranty so tried to get engine serviced before 100,000 miles. First attempt, dealer said they could not reproduce. 6 months later I took the car to a different dealer and drove with a mechanic who heard the noise. They said it was a rattle in the pre-cat. I completely disagree. This is not a rattle, it's a spark knock. It's gotten worse over the past year. Super loud when the engine is cold. Fuel trims look good. I really think it's a timing issue. I've done almost everything short of pulling the heads. 
Nov 2017

112000 mi

US $75
Replaced one failed fuel injector and replaced O-Rings on all injectors while I had the fuel rail off. 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
Apr 2011 - Sep 2014
Jan 2012

13700 mi
Problem with tailgate not locking shut. Update: later went away on its own. 
Mazda CX-9 in Michigan, United States
Mar 2011 - Jul 2019
Feb 2014

55000 mi
The transfer case failed, and when it was removed the tech discovered the transmission was also damaged. They replaced both under warranty. 
Mar 2014

56000 mi
During previous repair, mechanic missed some of the clips holding in the wheel well liners. They came loose, fell down and rubbed against my tires, and had to be replaced. 
Oct 2016

106000 mi
The brake booster failed. It would have been a warranty repair if I'd been under 80,000 miles. 
Mar 2017

115000 mi

US $400
Replaced front brake pads. 
Jun 2017

119000 mi

US $750
Wheel bearings on my rear drivers side wheel went bad - had to be replaced. And now the front drivers side wheel is making noise too. :-/ 
Jan 2018

126000 mi

US $500
Had to replace front drivers side wheel hub 
Mazda CX-9 in Massachusetts, United States
Mar 2013 - Jan 2022
Jul 2016

80700 mi
Replaced failed purge valve 
Jun 2017

94000 mi

US $650
Brake booster replaced due to known design issue resulting in leaks and loss of stopping power. Extended warranty for this design issue ended in 2015. 
Jun 2019

125776 mi

US $1500
Replaced #4 fuel injector and all spark plugs Inner and outer tierod replaced 
Sep 2021

161000 mi

US $635
#5 fuel injector replaced as well as all spark plugs (fouled). 
Mazda CX-9 in Alberta, Canada
Aug 2011 - Jul 2015
Dec 2011

4960 mi

C $54
Hesitates when starting from time to time. Have to let it crake for a while and some times have to turn it off and try again. When taking in for oil change no problem was found, as it started fine each time tried 
Mazda CX-9 in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2011 - Jul 2014
Mar 2014

42780 mi
power steering pump failed dealer still has it pump not in after 10 days in shop,truck is unsafe to drive.email to Mazda they don't care either,shame on you Mazda its a Ford part and I found 6 locally at dealers in Sault Ste.Marie Ontario 
Apr 2014

42780 mi
truck was in shop for 29 days waiting for a new power steering pump to come from Japan WOW a power steering pump from Japan good job Mazda,now I get a notice that advises 4wd transfer cases are bad and warranty is extended to 140k on this!!! 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Feb 2011 - Jun 2016
Feb 2012

8000 mi
Replaced the window regulator on driver side because I thought it made noise :) 
Mazda CX-9 in Oregon, United States
Dec 2012 - Dec 2021
Jul 2021

73000 mi

US $500
new front pads and rotors 
Dec 2021

77000 mi

US $150
replaced battery 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Sep 2013 - Jun 2022
Sep 2017

56000 mi

US $180
Corrosion on exhaust pipe with hole in system. New pipes fabricated and replaced corroded ones. 
Mazda CX-9 in Washington, United States
Mar 2014 - Dec 2016
Oct 2016

59000 mi
The electric hatchback opened and closed fine, but would not latch properly. It needed a shove before it was firmly shut. The dealer replaced the motor, but that did not fix it. They then replaced all the parts with newly designed. 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 2015 - Dec 2021
Jul 2017

96000 mi

US $670
Brake booster failed 
Mazda CX-9 in Minnesota, United States
Sep 2012 - Jul 2022
Nov 2013

19000 mi
Rear axle seals replaced 
Jul 2021

103000 mi
Transfer case was replaced,  as were the rear axle seals. 
Mazda CX-9 in New Zealand
Feb 2018 - Apr 2018
Apr 2018

65100 mi

$560
Symptoms were harsh engagement from neutral to drive, hard downshift into 4th gear and fluctuations in throttle with cruise control on going uphill. TCM replaced to remedy harsh engagement and shifting. Transfer case replaced as oil condition poor and quantity low. Splines also worn. 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 2013 - Sep 2016
May 2014

43000 mi

US $200
Drivers side headlight had water inside the assembly. Had a bad seal. Had to replace entire headlight assembly. 
Apr 2015

59700 mi
Had to replace transfer case. Total cost was under warranty. 
Mazda CX-9 in Massachusetts, United States
Aug 2014 - Aug 2017
Nov 2015

39100 mi
Was an occasional rattle; Mazda dealer found 1 rivet was off on the gas tank shield, so they installed a rivet for $14. Sound came back after a week. Was there getting an inspection stkr & inspecting the front end for the recall; no issue. 
Nov 2016

48800 mi

US $7
Had been making a low frequency "whining" noise when driving around 25-40mph. Mazda dlr said it needed a new power transfer unit, which also started to damage the transmission; both were replaced for free; retail cost: $9K! Free loaner suv. 

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2010 Mazda CX-9

Engine not specified

Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Oct 2010 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010

16000 mi
the right window on the passenger side could not fully come down if I press the button. 
Mazda CX-9 in Saudi Arabia
Jul 2012 - Jan 2014
Sep 2013

22940 mi
Engine light came on. Loss of power and transmission disfunction. Gears not shifting properly. 
Mazda CX-9 in Washington, United States
Jul 2012 - Sep 2012
Aug 2012

66700 mi

US $1300
replaced steering rack assumed new, but used part installed. still too much play in the steering. 

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2010 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Jul 2010 - Jan 2015
Sep 2010

7000 mi
Trim screw in wheel well fell out, replaced by dealer. 
Oct 2010

7800 mi
Leak from damaged oil filter and missing drain plug gasket from poorly performed dealer oil change. Replaced oil filter myself and dealer replaced drain plug/gasket. 
May 2012

32000 mi
Gas cap warning light would come on intermittently. Cap was tested and found to be leaking. Replaced under warranty. 
Jul 2012

34700 mi
Driver's side HID low beam stopped working. Bulb was OK, dealer had to replace HID control unit. Gas cap warning light started coming on again. Fuel tank solenoid valve replaced under warranty. 
Mazda CX-9 in Minnesota, United States
Apr 2013 - Jul 2022
Jun 2015

50000 mi

US $200
Tie rods replaced 
Jun 2018

86000 mi

US $450
Front rotors and pads 
Jul 2021

114000 mi

US $200
Coolant fan relay failed. It was replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Georgia, United States
Aug 2010 - Dec 2013
Oct 2010

11700 mi
Verizon cell phone charger was stuck in power outlet. Dealer said that it was a known problem, and a TSB had been issued. 
Jan 2012

34000 mi
Bad Sunroof Motor  
Mazda CX-9 in Florida, United States
Jul 2011 - Aug 2013
Jun 2012

35000 mi
Motorized tailgate latch began malfunctioning - wouldn't close shut all the way (like something was in the way of the tailgate, but there wasn't). 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Oct 2018 - Oct 2018
Oct 2018

96000 mi

US $750
Check engine light on. Coded for bad injectors on one cylinder. Changed all 6 of them 
Mazda CX-9 in Virginia, United States
Jun 2010 - Sep 2013
Jun 2011

15000 mi
Automatic tailgate would not close. Could not close rear hatch, manually or otherwise. 
Jul 2013

41000 mi

US $600
Had to replace rear driver side wheel bearings 
Mazda CX-9 in Tennessee, United States
Oct 2012 - Nov 2012
Nov 2012

26000 mi

US $390
Very noticable grindingperiodic noise from the front end. Dealer checked the bearings, brake pad and rotor, rotate tires but the same noise from front end still there. Dealer claimed it is the tires make the "noise". 
Mazda CX-9 in North Carolina, United States
Sep 2010 - Jul 2011
Oct 2010

16000 mi
TCS Off(Traction Control System) and the symbol were lit a couple of times in the initial weeks of purchase as Certified Pre-Owned. Took to service as a preemptive measure. The codes came up okay and was told to forget about them. 
Mazda CX-9 in Florida, United States
Jul 2014 - Aug 2015
Jul 2014

57000 mi

US $800
Master cylinder, booster. 
Jun 2015

64000 mi
brake cylinder 
Mazda CX-9 in Florida, United States
Jan 2011 - Apr 2012
Jun 2011

15000 mi
DOME LIGHT BUT THE CAR HAS TO BE IN THE SHOP ALL DAY SINCE THEY HAVE TO TAKE THE HEADLINER OFF, NO BIGGIE GOT A LOANER FOR A DAY 
Mazda CX-9 in Guanajuato, Mexico
Oct 2010 - Jan 2022
Sep 2017

56420 mi

$300
The brake booster and brake master cylinder had to be replaced. The guys from the warranty department covered around 40% of the cost. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Jul 2016 - Sep 2016
Aug 2016

76500 mi

US $330
Had to replace driver's side rear wheel bearing. 
Mazda CX-9 in Arizona, United States
Nov 2010 - Nov 2017
May 2012

31800 mi
A/C condensate drain line became clogged and water built up in reservoir behind glove box. 
Mazda CX-9 in Florida, United States
Oct 2010 - Nov 2011
Nov 2011

28000 mi
check engine lite came on. stopped by dealer. light reset. lite came back on again IN THREE DAYS. went back to dealer. diagnosed as bad fuel pressure sensor. part ordered. will install next week.....all warranty! 
Mazda CX-9 in Ohio, United States
May 2014 - Jun 2018
Dec 2014

55000 mi
Whine noise at low rpm at 40-50mph. Transmission replaced under warranty 
Oct 2015

68200 mi
throttle body replacement front lower arms two days later 
Sep 2017

91000 mi

US $100
break vacuum booster replaced (extended warranty) 

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2010 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Dec 2012 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013

36000 mi

US $900
Leak in master cylinder caused problem with vacuum in booster brake. Both have had to be replaced. Very premature and a problem reported for 2008 model but not recall. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Dec 2011 - Sep 2014
Mar 2011

8000 mi
replace abs module and reflash TCS 
Jan 2014

US $15
Replaced front/rear blower relay (part L1Y1-67-730) because AC/heater blower came on when taking key out of ignition. 
Mazda CX-9 in Kentucky, United States
Jun 2010 - Mar 2015
Jan 2012

25000 mi
Accessory outlet - blown Fuse. Also light bulb driver side map light, took less than ten minutes to change. Clunking sound applying and releasing brakes 
Mazda CX-9 in Indiana, United States
Apr 2014 - Jul 2017
Jun 2014

40000 mi
leaking transfer case 
Mazda CX-9 in Oregon, United States
Sep 2013 - Jun 2016
Apr 2014

20700 mi
Car to dealer 6 times (start 6/2013) for toxic smell from engine entering cabin. Nothing found and disregard of Mazda. Car FAILS in 03/2014. Took to shop. Transfer case failure and smell was caused by it. Transfer case changed. 9 months lost 
Mazda CX-9 in Massachusetts, United States
Dec 2011 - Oct 2016
Mar 2012

34000 mi

US $70
Car would not start in the morning. I had thought something was draining the battery at night, but after taking the car to a dealer (they said the battery was fine), the second dealer replaced the battery. 
Dec 2013

67000 mi

US $1400
Noise when accelerating from transmission. Replaced transfer case. Not covered under warranty, as my car is over 60k miles and no longer covered under powertrain warranty. 
May 2015

93000 mi

US $180
TPMS sensor on the rear left wheel no longer working. The tire pressure light went on. When I took the tire pressure on the left rear wheel, the valve blew in, and the air pressure leaked. 
Jan 2016

73700 mi

US $400
Tire pressure valve blew out on front right tire and caused tire to blow out. Plastic key knob broke off. 
Mar 2016

107000 mi

US $200
Control arm recall. Outer right front tie rod replaced. 4 external bulbs needed to be replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Jun 2010 - Dec 2020
Dec 2010

10500 mi
Experienced a severe sulfur/burning smell once the car was warmed up and on the road. Dealer could not replicate; we were told it was normal and provided a TSB for several different Mazda models regarding the catalytic converters. Sulfur smell was caused by a bad AWD transfer case; the smell was the oil inside burning up. Dealer replaced the transfer case under warranty; problem is resolved. Replaced bad AWD transfer case under warranty. We experienced a bad sulfur smell for several weeks, which was finally diagnosed as the oil in the transfer case burning up. 
Sep 2012

29000 mi
Experienced hesitation under light load, and manual shifting was not working. Bad driveshaft identified; did not fix the problem. Dealer replaced the driveshaft, transmission, and ignition coils under warranty. 
Dec 2013

42000 mi
Passenger side front axle came unseated under hard acceleration. Dealer re-seated. Did not require replacement this time but might if it reoccurs. 
Jul 2017

72000 mi

US $100
Vacuum booster had torn membrane and was not reliably holding pressure. This was a known issue and Mazda had extended the warranty for that part. Our vehicle was ~6 months beyond the warranty, but the dealer worked with us an charged us only $100 for the repair, which otherwise would have been ~$700. 
Mazda CX-9 in Indiana, United States
May 2013 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013

35000 mi
Torque convert was not coming out of lockup properly. Dealer changed transmission fluid under warranty and problem seems to be gone. 
Mazda CX-9 in Georgia, United States
Feb 2015 - Apr 2020
Apr 2016

102200 mi

US $1100
Left Front Brake Caliper was sticking, had to be replaced. Rear Wheel bearing failed, entire hub assembly had to be replaced. 
Jun 2016

108000 mi
A/C drain line became clogged. Used shop vac and attachment to suck out obstruction. Appears build up of water may have affected blower fan. 
Feb 2018

157000 mi

US $650
Alignment attempted by dealership. Broke bolt and back toe adjuster was seized so needed to be replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Washington, United States
Aug 2013 - Dec 2016
Aug 2016

55000 mi

US $350
Torque convertor hesitation 
Dec 2016

57000 mi
Torque Convertor was failing requiring a new transmission and torque convertor. 
Mazda CX-9 in Connecticut, United States
Jan 2013 - Jun 2015
Feb 2013

48800 mi
all wheel drive not operating. in snow car will not move only front tires spin and truck seems to lose power and go nowhere dealer says computer firmware needed or bad transfer case will be taking car back to dealer 2/21/2013 keep you posted 
Mazda CX-9 in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2011 - Apr 2013
Mar 2013

37820 mi
required new transfer case 
Mazda CX-9 in Connecticut, United States
Jun 2010 - Sep 2017
Aug 2016

69400 mi
Driver's window is off track for the second time and needs a costly repair which we are currently considering. 
Sep 2017

80000 mi

US $3100
AWD Transfer case failed and also damaged transmission. Very disappointed to say the least. 
Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
Jan 2011 - Sep 2017
Mar 2012

74000 mi

US $200
Removed rusted bolts from heat shield and put in new ones Removed rusted bolts from heat shield and put in new ones 
May 2012

82300 mi

US $735
new computer for locking system, module under the dash was bad 
Oct 2012

104500 mi

US $1700
transfer case went bad replaced with new one 
Jul 2015

266200 mi

US $600
Needed new wheel bearings 
Mar 2016

297000 mi

US $1000
New struts ,cv joints and brakes over a period pf three trips !!! And yes we are still driving it! I gave it to my son who lives in Chicago I dont expcet it to last terribly long now. We do keep oil changed but.. 
Mazda CX-9 in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2014 - Jun 2016
Mar 2014

50220 mi

C $150
Engine light came on for second time in 3 months. First issue said to be fuel pressure sensor. This time was ignition coil and spark plug for cylinder # 4. After both repairs, car ran fine. 
Jul 2014

54440 mi

C $350
Tire light came on, due to slow leak. Had to replace TPMS for affected tire as it was corroded and leakef air. 
Jan 2015

61380 mi

C $200
Fuel tank sensor replaced. Was told by dealer that the sensor was "gummed up" by the coating used at Krown rustproofing. Have not yet gone back to Krown to ask them if possible. 
Apr 2015

63640 mi

C $400
TPMS replaced in one tire 
Jun 2016

78120 mi

C $500
Cracked wheel bearing replaced. Leaking water pump replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Washington, United States
Jul 2011 - Jun 2018
Mar 2017

55000 mi

US $220
TCS system switch failed, and needed to be replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Massachusetts, United States
Jul 2010 - Jun 2015
Oct 2013

47500 mi
Transfer case failed. Able to drive to dealer. 4 hour repair. 
Mazda CX-9 in Virginia, United States
Sep 2013 - Mar 2014
Mar 2014

116000 mi
The front axle was rusted and broke. The vehicle was totaled. 
Mazda CX-9 in New Hampshire, United States
Jul 2010 - Mar 2016
Jun 2013

58000 mi
Wheel Bearings 
Jul 2015

84500 mi

US $1050
Leak, wouldn't hold AC coolant. Major repair, several hours to replace worn parts. Wheel bearing, driver front 
Mazda CX-9 in Michigan, United States
Apr 2011 - Jun 2014
Aug 2011

6500 mi
Minor leak from rear differential oil seal (right side). Oil seal replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Connecticut, United States
Dec 2010 - May 2017
Aug 2014

67000 mi
Transfer case failing - covered by Mazda up to 100k miles per recent mfg letter 
Mazda CX-9 in Massachusetts, United States
Jun 2014 - Oct 2021
Dec 2014

58000 mi

US $600
Rear suspension gave out Power transfer unit cracked and needed to be replaced 
Aug 2016

68400 mi

US $500
Back calipers were stuck 
Feb 2018

79000 mi

US $100
Needed a relay replaced 
Dec 2020

109000 mi

US $600
Both rear wheel bearings needed replacing 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Sep 2013 - Jun 2018
Sep 2013

47000 mi
Wheel hub bearing was replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Minnesota, United States
Nov 2010 - Jul 2022
Jan 2011

36000 mi
Seat heaters for both seats, recalled but mine had already failed. 
Mar 2016

41000 mi

US $400
Control rod bushing. 
Mar 2017

43000 mi
Control arm recall due to possible rusting and failure. 
Jan 2019

55000 mi

US $1100
Rear wheel bearings. 
Jul 2022

70000 mi

US $1150
Tie rod and control arm. 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
Sep 2011 - Sep 2018
Dec 2017

127000 mi

US $500
Needed to replace the ballast on the HID headlights. 
May 2018

134000 mi

US $5500
Replaced with a used engine with 64 K miles and the water pump. A time up was also done. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Nov 2010 - Oct 2016
Sep 2015

51000 mi
Hissing noise when brake pedal pressed. Brake booster replaced part of the warranty campaign 
Mazda CX-9 in Washington, United States
Sep 2013 - Jun 2022
Jun 2022

123000 mi

US $2000
Inner tie rod replaced on one side. All four differential mounting bushings (rubber) were badly deteriorated and replaced. The rear two are a difficult and costly repair. 
Mazda CX-9 in Wisconsin, United States
Jul 2010 - Aug 2011
Sep 2010

3000 mi
Scratches/Dents caused by dealer delivery, plus painted door for poor paint issue from manufacturer 

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2009 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda CX-9 in Hawaii, United States
Jun 2014 - Nov 2014
Jun 2014

29000 mi
Engine trouble light, gas cap light and other warning coming on. Dealer said it needed new sensors - cost over $1,000. I disconnected battery and waited 30 minutes then re=connected battery. Now all lights are off and no trouble now. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Feb 2014 - Apr 2017
Apr 2014

89800 mi

US $250
Abs controller went bad 
Oct 2016

118500 mi

US $1500
This is an AWD car and the transfer case went bad. There was a whining sound that started at 30mph. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Dec 2016 - Feb 2017
Jan 2017

73000 mi
Passenger side front window stopped rolling up. Would only go down. Dealer replaced actuator and it was under warranty so it didn't cost me anything. 
Mazda CX-9 in Alabama, United States
Jun 2014 - Sep 2018
Oct 2015

107700 mi

US $900
Regulator-motor issue on driver door 
Jan 2018

137000 mi

US $1450
Brakes, rotors, calipers Replace radiator coolant 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Dec 2011 - Jun 2018
Dec 2016

112000 mi

US $400
The window motor needed to be replaced in the front, passenger window 
Aug 2017

126000 mi

US $480
Alernator was overcharging. It was rebuilt. 
Sep 2017

127000 mi

US $400
Radiator was leaking from a crack in the inlet by the upper hose. Radiator had to be replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Washington, United States
Mar 2009 - May 2010
Aug 2009

1300 mi
Rear right window fell off track. This was from inproper assembly at plant, a known issue for 2009 CX9. No new parts, just a reassembly of existing. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Nov 2009 - Jan 2022
Jun 2014

43000 mi

US $622
Blower motor shorted due to water backing up in AC drain line. 
Sep 2017

78000 mi

US $1000
Leak in evaporator coil 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
May 2009 - Jun 2017
Jun 2013

68000 mi

US $504
The passenger side window failed to operate. Gears sounded stripped. The Driver side is sounding the same - near repair also. 
Sep 2016

112000 mi
control arm recall. 
Mazda CX-9 in Alabama, United States
Apr 2015 - Jun 2018
May 2016

95300 mi
Heard water gurgling. Google search indicated a plugged AC drain. Used vacuum to clear drain underneath car and half gallon of water poured out. 
Oct 2016

101500 mi

US $124
Battery suddenly died. 
Mazda CX-9 in Tennessee, United States
Feb 2013 - Jan 2022
Apr 2013

29000 mi

US $150
Low A/C charge, added freon. OK now Electric window motor failed. Replaced. OK Now. 
Jul 2013

30000 mi

US $150
Electric window motor failed. Both front window motors have now failed. 
Sep 2014

36000 mi

US $105
Water leak into front passenger foot well. Problem was plugged sun roof drain. Dealer blew out drain with air hose. Fixed now. 
Sep 2016

53000 mi

US $190
Smart key failed 
Jan 2017

53000 mi
Blind side monitoring working intermittently. Did not repair. 
Aug 2017

59500 mi

US $65
Sun roof vent clogged. Rain water on floor. Cleared drain line 
Mar 2018

65000 mi

US $100
brake caliper froze, brakes failed 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Jan 2010 - Sep 2013
Nov 2012

80400 mi

US $140
Engine had been turning over much slower than usual. 
Feb 2013

82200 mi
The "SMART CARD" ignition key stopped working. Changed battery but still won't work. 

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2009 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in Maryland, United States
May 2012 - Jun 2018
Aug 2013

59000 mi

US $425
Four Bad TPMS 
Nov 2013

61000 mi

US $672
Replaced inner and outer front tie rods (both left and right) 
Aug 2015

70000 mi

US $20
Second row passenger seat belt buckle broke. Cable connecting DVD player screen to actual DVD player snapped. Known issue for CX-9s with DVD players; dealers want a fortune to fix. 
Oct 2015

71200 mi

US $78
Front and rear blower motor relays for HVAC shot; Mazda TSB 07003/11 instructs dealers to replace both 
Jun 2017

79000 mi

US $492
Replaced front right wheel bearing 
Nov 2017

83000 mi

US $800
Left rear hub assembly replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Washington, United States
Dec 2013 - Sep 2014
Aug 2014

69600 mi

US $600
The front passenger wheel bearing went out. 
Mazda CX-9 in Wisconsin, United States
Jan 2016 - Mar 2017
Apr 2016

70000 mi

US $150
Bad tie rod end link, also replaced lower control arms under factory recall program 
Mazda CX-9 in Washington, United States
Jun 2009 - Jun 2013
Dec 2012

23000 mi
Leaky transfer case replaced under powertrain warranty. 
Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
Nov 2011 - Jun 2016
Jan 2015

58700 mi

US $1800
replaced tie rods. 
Jul 2015

78000 mi

US $168
fender plastic wheel well came apart and weather stripping liner on right came undone. 
Nov 2015

80600 mi

US $600
and tie rod repair 
Mazda CX-9 in Manitoba, Canada
Apr 2010 - Oct 2016
Mar 2014

32860 mi

C $585
Both main and return steering wheel hoses were leaking pretty bad, also clamp (holding the hose) broken. 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
May 2010 - Mar 2017
Jun 2012

51000 mi

US $325
REPLACED 2 REAR SHOCKS, 1 WAS LEAKING 
Jun 2013

61000 mi

US $150
inner tie rod worn 
Mazda CX-9 in Maryland, United States
Jun 2014 - Jun 2014
Jun 2014

84000 mi

US $400
Brake caliper problem 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
Apr 2011 - May 2018
Jun 2011

42000 mi

US $180
Droning noise from under car. Dealer said propeller shaft needs replacing. Actually it was the wheel hubs. 
May 2013

88000 mi

US $800
Wheel hubs were making a grinding noise dust shield near rotors were warped 
Jan 2014

132000 mi

US $732
Change both tie rod ends that were worn... 
Jul 2014

117000 mi

US $500
Trunk locking mechanism was frozen. Had to replace the whole lock part. 
Dec 2014

121000 mi

US $800
frozen caliper 
Apr 2016

137700 mi
Keyless entry not functioning. Have to use emergency key to get the car started. 
Aug 2016

143300 mi

US $900
Transfer case was leaking badly. 
Apr 2017

153000 mi

US $1000
change both calipers Starter was failing 
Dec 2017

166000 mi

US $550
rusty suspension parts were changed 
Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
Aug 2012 - Sep 2017
Oct 2012

66300 mi
Air cond fan in front of car was very loud. Looked this up and found that it may be due to clog in condenser drain which leaked onto front passenger floor. After draining the fan motor stopped working. We now need to take it to repair shop. 
Feb 2013

68700 mi

US $1628
Right rear tire deflated due to bad valve stem. Heard warning beep, but didn't know what it was. Replaced all 4 tires, oil changed. Replaced tire sensor on right rear, alignment, install remote start. Clunking noise turned out to be worn left side control arm. Dealer recommends replace both left and right. 
Oct 2013

73300 mi

US $802
Front lower control arms replaced (both sides) 
Nov 2013

73900 mi
Tires needed replacement but also the TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system) looked at. It seems no matter if I have old or new tires within weeks the TPMS light and buzzer seems to go off. These systems are more trouble than they're worth 
May 2014

78500 mi

US $1729
Replaced Lower Right Control Arm for the second time ($948) Leaking left rear axle (397) and leaking transfer case ($384) 
Oct 2014

82000 mi
Tire pressure sensor. 
Oct 2015

89000 mi

US $150
Clogged ac caused water on front passenger floor and ac/heat to not function at full capacity. This is the second time this has happened in 3 years. The first time we fixed it ourselves. Front lower control arms needed replacement again. Now this is a recall by Mazda so we were not required to pay for it. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Mar 2013 - Sep 2014
Jan 2014

105000 mi

US $105
Lug bolts were loosened and was not aware, drove the CX9 and wheel came off while driving. lugs bolts were replaced on left rear vehicle, no other damage. 
Mazda CX-9 in Iowa, United States
Dec 2011 - Feb 2022
Jan 2016

40000 mi
Vehicle would vibrate on acceleration at about 30 mph, but would stop when foot was taken from gas. Upon inspection, bushings were completely rotted, causing rear subframe to make contact. 
Mar 2016

50000 mi

US $2998
Repaired rotted bushings. Dealer was also unable to loosen bolts to replace rear subframe that was damaged. Had to cut control arms and other parts. 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
Feb 2010 - Feb 2017
May 2010

11000 mi
Scratched interior trim panels replaced. Scratches were from normal wear and tear. After replacing with new ones, they're scratched again. These are the silver painted ones. The 2010 models have a fabric type which I would prefer.  
Sep 2013

46000 mi

US $125
Replaced MAF sensor. 
Apr 2014

51300 mi
Leveling motor for front lights do not work. Disconnected the electrical connection. 
Mar 2016

67000 mi

US $200
replace inner and outer control tie-rod ends 
Mazda CX-9 in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2015 - Jul 2018
Nov 2015

92960 mi

C $550
Rear passenger side wheel bearing/hub assembly replaced. 
Feb 2016

95140 mi
Car pulls to the right. 
Sep 2017

109740 mi

C $717
Replaced both front wheel bearings and 1 ABS sensor. Oil change. Rear wiper blade replaced. 
Jun 2018

114700 mi

C $600
Replaced rear brake rotors and pads. Service parking brake. Parking brake was not working prior to service. 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Jul 2009 - Jun 2016
Dec 2011

22000 mi
Dsc, tcs off and break light on 
Jun 2016

60000 mi
Booster damaged. Replaced under warranty. 
Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
Jan 2011 - Jun 2018
Jun 2011

32000 mi
clunk from transmission when shifting from park, more prevalent on incline. Tech cleaned and lubed dirty shift linkage.  
Feb 2016

83100 mi

US $500
Battery failed load test 
Nov 2016

90400 mi

US $350
Ignition coil on back cylinder Front right wheel bearing replaced 
Dec 2017

102000 mi
Recall on airbag sensor 
Mazda CX-9 in Tennessee, United States
Apr 2011 - Dec 2014
May 2011

31000 mi
Loud road noise from left side only 
Jul 2011

33000 mi
Loud road noise and popping sounds Replaced links 
Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
Sep 2009 - Jun 2018
Sep 2010

24000 mi
Check engine light came on, reset gas cap and drove, light stayed on. Went to dealership 8:00 a.m. with no appointment, gas cap replaced and computer reflashed in 90 minutes. 
Sep 2012

78000 mi

US $875
Heat shield loose at rear of car, making noise. 
Oct 2015

114700 mi

US $110
Original battery failed to start car. Replaced with new battery from dealership, installed it myself. 
Feb 2016

119700 mi

US $350
Replaced rear shocks after one started leaking oil 
Dec 2016

126000 mi

US $1900
Increased body motion and recovery time on bumpy roads. Original front struts replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
Aug 2009 - Mar 2016
Sep 2011

35000 mi
Bad bearing at front right wheel...rubbing sound heard under most conditions. Both front bearings replaced under warranty. 
Apr 2014

79000 mi

US $100
Broken seatbelt receiver. 
Jun 2015

101000 mi

US $100
AM radio stopped working. All other audio was fine. Dealer replaced Bose radio. Covered under extended warranty but $100 deductible. 
Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
Oct 2009 - Jun 2016
Mar 2010

7000 mi
Air bag sensor in the front bumper failed and sent signal to the dashboard. never deployed accidently, Mazda repaired at no cost, even provided a rental car, as the repair took 2 days. 
Mazda CX-9 in Colorado, United States
May 2016 - Jun 2018
Jun 2016

45000 mi

US $950
Front right hub warped 
Mazda CX-9 in Colorado, United States
Dec 2014 - Dec 2020
Mar 2015

98000 mi

US $350
Plugs and a bad coil on cylinder 1, forced a check engine code. Was coming up several times and couldn't be diagnosed by dealer 
Jul 2015

107000 mi

US $100
Light harness failed...needed to be replaced. Passenger side. 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
Jul 2011 - Mar 2014
Mar 2014

60000 mi

US $186
Rear wind shield water jet clogged up + wiper blade needed to be replaces 
Mazda CX-9 in Missouri, United States
Nov 2009 - Apr 2017
Nov 2013

88000 mi

US $200
Right inner tie rod replaced 
Dec 2016

174000 mi

US $500
Replace alternator Replace driver rear bearing a week later 
Feb 2017

185000 mi

US $1700
Transfer case replacement. 
Mazda CX-9 in New Hampshire, United States
Jun 2012 - Dec 2012
Jul 2012

57200 mi
Valve stem corrosion caused flat 
Mazda CX-9 in Utah, United States
Mar 2015 - Jun 2017
Dec 2016

105000 mi

US $200
Wheel bearing was making loud vibrating noise at high speeds Front Passenger wheel bearing 

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Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
May 2008 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008 rattling sound when drive over 30 miles/hour. A screw in the driveshaft was misplaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Netherlands
Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
Jan 2012 There was a power leak that caused the battery to run out of power. I had 3 companies check the problem, but non could find the cause. That’s why I sold my CX-9. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Jan 2015 - Apr 2017
Apr 2017

130000 mi

US $300
Shocks and struts 

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2008 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda CX-9 in Kansas, United States
Jan 2008 - Jun 2022
Aug 2008

8000 mi
REAR POWER LIFT GATE WOULD NOT CLOSE WHEN POWER BUTTON WAS PRESSED, INTERMITTANT PROBLEM. THE SHOP COULD NOT FIND THE PROBLEM AND IT HAS BEEN WORKING FINE EVERY SINCE. 
Dec 2008

14000 mi
Silver paint peeling from armrest garnish. 
Feb 2009

16000 mi
Replace silver garnish on two front doors. 
Mar 2015

91000 mi

US $200
front tire rod replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Apr 2011 - Jan 2013
Jul 2011

36200 mi
Back A/C on after engine turned off. A/C relay replacement fixed the problem. 
Dec 2011

42000 mi

US $200
Leaf and debris blocked evaporator housing outlet. Water is trapped. When turning, water get into interior. 
Mazda CX-9 in Puerto Rico
Jan 2014 - Jan 2015
Sep 2014

57000 mi

US $800
Two ignition coil damage and one fuel injector 
Mazda CX-9 in Virginia, United States
Dec 2007 - Nov 2010
Jun 2008

10000 mi
sirius radio not functioning properly 
Mar 2009

27000 mi
 
Jun 2009

33000 mi
Broken tire pressure monitoring sensor, Goodyear repair shop broke it while replacing tires. 
Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
May 2008 - Jun 2022
Dec 2010

28000 mi

US $20
The small parking yellow bulb blew. 
Sep 2011

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. 
Mar 2012

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. 
Aug 2017

91500 mi

US $600
As my observation goes, my CX9 shows brake wear irregularly around 30,000 miles. It becomes unbearable at 45,000 miles. First time, I got the rotor turned and new brake shoes. this time I got the whole set, and got good discount. 
Mazda CX-9 in Florida, United States
Jun 2010 - Nov 2010
Jul 2010

34000 mi
Front AC blower remained on after turning engine off. R&R relay under original warranty. 
Mazda CX-9 in Mississippi, United States
Aug 2012 - Jun 2019
Apr 2014

101500 mi

US $85
AC drain tube was blocked. Water was dripping down into both front floorboards. Cleared blockage so water would drain correctly. 
Aug 2015

125900 mi

US $150
Seat switch that controls the tilt of the seat stopped working. Bought switch at recommendation of shop, only to learn that the problem is with the control module, and don't want to spend any more fixing this. 
Jun 2018

162000 mi

US $50
AC drain tube was blocked. Water was dripping down into both front floorboards. Cleared blockage so water would drain correctly. Second time. 
Jun 2019

178372 mi

US $680
Replaced master cylinder and brake booster. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Nov 2011 - May 2013
Jan 2012

US $400
Wheel bearing went out on front driver's side. When ignition is turned off, rear air blower comes on at full blast. This is a known and common issue for the CX-9. Dealer knew exactly how to replace the relay to fix. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Dec 2015 - Jan 2018
Dec 2015

100000 mi

US $600
Replaced rear shocks. Replaced gasket and cover. 
Mazda CX-9 in Georgia, United States
Aug 2007 - Mar 2010
Oct 2007

1000 mi
Internal transmission failure on day 4 of ownership at 180 miles. Originally diagnosed as software problem but at 5 day in the shop they determined that the transmission was internally defective. A new transmission (not rebuilt) was ordered and installe 
Mazda CX-9 in Tennessee, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017

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 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Aug 2008 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008

350 mi
Rattle coming from driver's side door caused by loose hinge. Loose interior panel on driver's side B pillar 
Feb 2009

4000 mi
Faulty clock was losing 30 seconds every week. 
Mazda CX-9 in Florida, United States
Nov 2007 - Sep 2013
Dec 2009

31000 mi
driver side shoulder harness locked unexpectedly 
Mar 2010

33000 mi
drivers seat frame loose, noisy. Replaced drivers seat frame, TSB on noisy leather seats (creeking) 
Dec 2012

75000 mi

US $500
Drivers electric door actuator failed Replaced with new. Part was 180 rest was labor 
Mazda CX-9 in Nevada, United States
Sep 2011 - Dec 2016
Sep 2012

56000 mi

US $30
a/c wouldn't turn off with car. replaced relay. 
Jun 2013

65000 mi
Replace passenger wheel bearing under warranty. 
Mazda CX-9 in Kentucky, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Jan 2018

142000 mi

US $300
oil change 
Mazda CX-9 in North Carolina, United States
Jul 2008 - Jun 2011
Jul 2009

17000 mi
Bluetooth hands-free system did not work. Factory installed incorrect wiring harness for upgraded sound system. Dealership replaced with correct harness and system now works flawlessly. 

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2008 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2012 - Apr 2017
Jun 2013

66340 mi

C $150
During normal maintenance, the left tie-rod was found moving end up and down. 
Feb 2014

72540 mi
Front seatbelts not retracting automatically. 
Jun 2014

75640 mi

C $300
Replaced tie-rod end right 
Mar 2016

96720 mi
Replaced front lower control arms. 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
Aug 2009 - Apr 2015
Oct 2009

12000 mi
paint failure on door trim panels. lower door gaskets had to be replaced both drivers and passenger side. 
Jul 2011

23000 mi
Replaced blower motor Replaced blower motor 
Jan 2013

34000 mi

US $350
Drivers door electric lock did not work required new actuators. 
Jul 2013

46300 mi

US $300
A/C motor burned out due to condensate drain being blocked and overflowed into motor. dealer wanted 910.00 to repair. Got recycled assembly on line for 200.00. took longer to clear drain than to replace motor. also changed 2 fan relays. 
Apr 2015

64000 mi

US $1100
passenger side calipers. front rotors again , pads 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
May 2011 - May 2012
May 2012

56000 mi

US $130
Slight shuddering while braking. Right Tie rod end was replaced. Loose heat shield, louder than normal engine noise due to rattling. 
Mazda CX-9 in Maryland, United States
Mar 2009 - Aug 2017
Jan 2009

13000 mi
Rear window would not do down the entire way. A piece of stryofoam had come loose inside the door and prevented the window from descending completely. Repaired under warranty. 
Dec 2009

27500 mi
Rear tailgate interior light switch was repaired (connections tightened), as this only worked occasionally when the tailgate was opened. Rear hatch light (when tailgate opened) only worked occasionally. Dealer tightened the connections for the bulb. Working fine now. 
Apr 2012

49000 mi

US $125
Interior ventilation fan would turn on, even if the system was off, when you shut off the engine. Apparently a well known problem at Mazda as the dealer knew right away that an electrical part needed to be replaced. Ventilation fan would not turn off, even when the engine was off. Electronic control was replaced. Dealer knew right away of this problem, so must be common. 
Aug 2014

75000 mi
Serpentine belt replaced as it showed signs of aging (cracking) 
Sep 2016

96000 mi

US $250
Condensation drain was plugged, resulting in water on the passenger floor foot-well. Cleaned the drain and the fan motor replaced, as it sat in a pool of water (due to poor draining of condensate) and would only work sporadically. 
Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009

8000 mi
bad connection between remote starter and ignition switch 
Mazda CX-9 in Utah, United States
Feb 2015 - Aug 2017
Feb 2015

75000 mi

US $150
transfer case oil, supposed to be life time, but fluid was spent beyond its life, 75w-140 had turned to a greasy paste not oil any more, requiring 4 fill up and drains, no drain plug fluid is supposed to be lifetime, known failure area 
Aug 2015

80100 mi
engine computer tripped posting 5 check engine codes 
Dec 2015

83000 mi

US $900
driveline went bad, u joints failing and carrier bearings failed, not serviceable at all, had to replace entire driveshaft assembly 
Jan 2017

91000 mi

US $5000
transfercase, a common problem with these, complete failure 
Mazda CX-9 in Minnesota, United States
Nov 2008 - Aug 2013
Jan 2009

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. 
Mazda CX-9 in Washington, United States
Nov 2008 - Jun 2018
Nov 2009

14900 mi
TSB 03-006/08 Excessive Vibration From Propeller Shaft. Propeller shaft was replaced. 
Mar 2010

17000 mi
Remote start control unit needed replacement. Emergency brake pedal rubber pad broke apart and needed replacement. 
Apr 2012

39000 mi

US $169
TCS light came on. Repairs showed that it was the way the dealer installed a remote start system and did not replace a wiring bundle into the correct position. 
Jan 2016

46300 mi

US $577
Right rear axle seal and axle replaced. Battery was dead and replaced. Spark plugs replaced. 
Jul 2016

89500 mi
Needed another new battery. 
Jun 2018

100000 mi

US $93
Worn drive belts. Replaced 2 belts and belt tensioner. 
Mazda CX-9 in Missouri, United States
Apr 2013 - Aug 2016
Jul 2014

77500 mi

US $700
could hear the wheel bearings grinding 
Dec 2014

88000 mi

US $100
door lock failure. 
Mar 2016

110000 mi

US $300
exterior electric switch for lock in the driver door. 
Aug 2016

112000 mi

US $300
bearings replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Ohio, United States
Sep 2011 - Apr 2015
Oct 2013

77000 mi

US $85
Faulty TPS sensor. 
Mazda CX-9 in Virginia, United States
Jun 2015 - Jun 2016
Jul 2015

78000 mi

US $500
Too much play/separation on ball joints. Had to have front lower control arms, swaybar links and swaybar bushings replaced. Also had broken rear differential mount. Had 2 lower differential mounts replaced. Tire sensor broke and right rear tire deflated. Car was also shaking at high speeds when brakes were pressed. Went to dealer. Front rotors were very rusty and warped. Got new rotors and new tire valve. 
Jan 2016

US $1000
Both credit card style keys for the car have problems. One is not recognized by the car at all, and will not start the car even with the inserted manual key. The other cannot maintain contact with the battery, so only works part-time. Right front brake caliper was sticking. Noticed sluggishness and felt slight roar at higher speeds. Required new brake pads, new right caliper and rotor (replaced in 2015), and new brake lines/hoses. 
Mazda CX-9 in Michigan, United States
Sep 2007 - Feb 2018
Mar 2008

6000 mi
I discovered rust on my CX9 a couple of weeks ago, just above the license plate, the color matched/chrome insert that fits into the tailgate. Rust is starting in the joint area between the insert and the tailgate at several locations. I took it to the ... 
Mar 2009

16000 mi
Paint repair for rust around trim piece above license plate, similar to repair last year. Dealer stated he received recent service bulletin to isolate trim piece from body to prevent vibration causing rubbing of paint and rust development.  
Apr 2012

50000 mi
Right rear wheel bearing 
Sep 2015

82000 mi

US $500
Both outer tie rods needed replacement. 
Feb 2016

87000 mi
Lower control arms were replaced, due to wear and recall notice. 
May 2016

89000 mi

US $1600
Drivers front and rear wheel bearings,  Passenger front mid-shaft bearing. The associated hub and shaft were replaced. AC blowing warm on drivers side, colder on passengers side. Diagnosis, low on freon, leak check did not identify leak. Added freon now working correctly. 
Feb 2017

98000 mi

US $125
Diagnosis- Passenger side HID headlight stopped working. Control module failure. Dealer quoted an additional $800 to repair but did not have part in stock. Owner purchased part on line and made repairs 
Jul 2017

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. 
Nov 2017

110000 mi

US $725
Replaced front muffler assembly 
Dec 2017

110000 mi
Recall air bag inflator - no charge 
Mazda CX-9 in Michigan, United States
Aug 2015 - May 2017
Feb 2016

56300 mi
Problem with traction control. Tech found grease on wiring around turn signal. 
Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
Jul 2012 - Oct 2012
Aug 2012

60800 mi

US $890
Air conditioner would not stop after engine shut off. Shocks went bad. 
Oct 2012

65000 mi
Shocks went bad again 
Mazda CX-9 in Michigan, United States
Apr 2010 - Sep 2010
May 2010

36000 mi
Rusting tailgate 2nd repair. 
Mazda CX-9 in Connecticut, United States
Jun 2009 - Jun 2013
Jul 2010

33000 mi
A rubber strip around the passenger door was loose. The dealer replaced the strip on the passenger door and the driver door. He said Mazda was aware of "some" problem with them allowing too much noise in. 
Mazda CX-9 in Maryland, United States
Jan 2011 - Jun 2022
Jul 2012

26500 mi

US $250
Window trim was warping. It was not covered under our extended warranty. 
Jul 2016

65700 mi

US $450
Rear differential gasket leaking. 
Feb 2018

85000 mi

US $850
Heat shield between drive train and cabin rusted out and had to be replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Oregon, United States
May 2012 - Jun 2016
Jul 2013

41200 mi

US $200
Right front axle seal leaking. 
Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
Feb 2011 - Apr 2011
Apr 2011

36000 mi
Rear AC unit not responding to rear inputs, could only be controled thru the front panel. rear sending board was replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Massachusetts, United States
Oct 2011 - Sep 2015
Sep 2013

67000 mi

US $951
Ball joint and lower control arm were replaced. Window seal on driver's door replaced. 
Jun 2014

74000 mi

US $834
AC condensate drain plugged. Reservoir filled with water destroying the blower motor 
Mar 2015

86000 mi

US $750
inner tie rods and sway bar links worn out 
Jul 2015

89800 mi

US $1500
4 coils needed to be replaced 
Sep 2015

94000 mi

US $234
outer tie rod ends replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Maryland, United States
Sep 2014 - Jun 2022
Mar 2015

24000 mi
Right front caliper stuck/frozen "on" ,required new caliper and rotor(heat damage). Voluntarily replaced LF rotor at same time. Pads were almost new-not replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
Apr 2008 - Mar 2014
Jan 2012

98700 mi

US $220
Air Bag Connector 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Apr 2015 - Apr 2017
Apr 2017

82000 mi

US $950
Spark plug replacement and throttle body cleaning 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
Dec 2016

84000 mi

US $300
Recall for bushings. A-arms were rusted badly, needed to be cut out. New a-arms provided by warranty coverage. Torque converter failure imminent. Lock/unlock BADLY during steady-state driving. Can be defeated by selecting "Manual" shift mode on transmission. Tech determined bad TC. Cannot replace; integral to transmission. Not replaced. 
May 2018

106000 mi

US $1300
Wheel bearing and hub assy replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
Aug 2011 - Sep 2011
Sep 2011

44000 mi
The fuel gauge was not reporting the correct amount of fuel remaining in tank and I ran out of gas. Fuel gauge was faulty. Replaced by dealer no charge. 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
Oct 2010 - Mar 2012
Dec 2011

36000 mi

US $400
worn tie-rod 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 2010 - May 2012
Feb 2012

37300 mi

US $300
Driver side strut replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Nebraska, United States
Jun 2014 - Apr 2021
Jun 2015

101000 mi

US $1700
replace ball joints and tie rod ends 
Oct 2016

132700 mi
front ball joints were replaced again as a warranty item. Am awaiting a reimbursement for previous ball joint repair before recall was issued. 
Sep 2020

198000 mi

US $6000
New front differential and drive shaft 
Mazda CX-9 in New South Wales, Australia
Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010

17360 mi

A $360
ABS inadvertently activating for no reason, rare occurrence only happening at less than 20kph, usually on an angle and making right hand turn. 
Mazda CX-9 in Indiana, United States
Feb 2014 - Sep 2015
Aug 2014

92000 mi

US $199
Sunroof leaking, replaced seal 
May 2015

103000 mi

US $2045
Relaxed 3 wheel bearing hubs, one control arm one sensor. 
Jun 2015

104000 mi

US $215
Door handle broke 
Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
Feb 2011 - Jul 2016
Dec 2012

49000 mi

US $850
Blind spot monitoring module on the left side failed and needed to be replaced. 
Nov 2015

99000 mi

US $400
Uneven tire wear. Recall on lower control arm ball joints which were replaced. As a result of the ball joint problems, outer tie rods also needed to be replaced, but Mazda didn't pay for these. Transfer Case leaking and replaced under warranty 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Oct 2007 - Nov 2015
Dec 2010

32000 mi
bushings replaced 
Sep 2011

38000 mi
wheel bearings on front L wheel were worn and scraping 
Jul 2012

46300 mi
Grinding bearings 
Aug 2013

60400 mi

US $200
oil leak. Dealer found aftermarket drain plug was ill fitting. Replaced it and leak stopped 
Dec 2014

72000 mi

US $400
worn wheel bearing 
Mazda CX-9 in Ohio, United States
Jul 2010 - Aug 2011
Mar 2011

20000 mi
Auto climate controls going crazy in cold weather. Rust on rear hatch Paint flaking off all 4 wheels. 
Apr 2011

20800 mi
A/C fan coming on when car parked (bad relay) 
Mazda CX-9 in Montana, United States
Oct 2010 - Aug 2020
Aug 2012

52800 mi

US $50
Replaced front driver-side wheel bearing. 
Jun 2016

86000 mi
Leaking windshield - resealed 
Sep 2016

88000 mi

US $23
Replaced front and rear blower relays 
Oct 2017

95000 mi

US $865
Replaced rear main seal. 
Apr 2018

101000 mi

US $370
Replaced serpentine belt and Tensioner 
Mazda CX-9 in Massachusetts, United States
Oct 2007 - Nov 2019
Jul 2010

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. 
Oct 2014

129200 mi

US $221
Very slight leak at oil pan gasket. This should have been identified and repaired under Warranty a long time ago, but the dealership said nothing was wrong. Independent shop replaced RTV seal - no more leaks. 
Dec 2015

134000 mi

US $1046
"White Powder" being released into the ventilation system from a deteriorating evaporator core, and blowing out of the vents into the vehicle. This was possibly the result of an earlier clog in the evaporator drain line. 
Mar 2018

142000 mi

US $15
Replaced blower fan relays (front and rear) due to ventilation fan staying on for up to a minute after vehicle was turned off. Known issue for this model. 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 2009 - Apr 2012
Jan 2011

39900 mi
Knocking sound when cold. Unsuccessful, suspected in intake. Goes away when warm and is not heard unless below 40 degrees. 
Mazda CX-9 in Minnesota, United States
Nov 2008 - Oct 2011
Apr 2010

18000 mi
Driver side painted plastic arm rest was peeling. Found in TSB. Repaired by dealer. 
Oct 2010

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. 
Mazda CX-9 in Colorado, United States
Sep 2013 - Jun 2015
Oct 2013

151000 mi

US $1300
Replaced rack 
Oct 2014

164700 mi

US $25
Rear differential drain plug was leaking. Replaced plug. Probably cross-threaded. 
Mazda CX-9 in Idaho, United States
Aug 2008 - Apr 2011
Sep 2008 I went in for my scheduled 2 week checkup and reported an exterior trim problem. Two parts were ordered. 
Oct 2008

1000 mi
Exterior trim on rt. side mirror was loose. part ordered and installed 
Feb 2009

5000 mi
Sunroof was leaking when large amounts of water hit the roof, such as automatic car wash or heavy rain. Leakage was far in excess of acceptable level. Dealer replaced sunroof window glass and seal kit. Problem resolved. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Feb 2008 - Dec 2020
Jan 2009

9000 mi
The chrome trim pieces on all four doors and the center console were easily scratched. Mazda released some newer parts that have more protection against minor scatches. Dealer replaced all pieces under warranty. 
Jul 2009

12000 mi
One of the smart keys would lock/unlock the car but would not start the car. Replaced the battery and the problem persisted. Dealer replaced the defective smart key. 
Dec 2015

68000 mi

US $180
Replacing the AC belt, which started to crack as previously inspected. 
Sep 2017

78000 mi

US $1650
AWD Transfer Case was leaking and the entire unit has to be replaced 
Mar 2018

82675 mi

US $1277
Replace four shocks and perform wheel alignments. Shocks showed some wear and tear as the car leaned during cornering 
Mazda CX-9 in North Dakota, United States
Jul 2008 - Jul 2022
May 2014

30000 mi

US $150
Transfer case seeping around output seals, known issue with pressure release valve that was replaced to prevent more seepage Bad rack and pinion system, one arm is loose but still operates. Bad bushings on rear stablalizer bar 
Sep 2015

38000 mi
Ball ends replaced for recall 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Apr 2008 - Jun 2011
Mar 2009

17000 mi
The sunglass holder broke. 
Mazda CX-9 in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2011 - Dec 2016
Feb 2016

111420 mi

C $300
Rear wheel bearing was about to fail 
Jul 2016

117780 mi

C $1300
Replaced ball tie rod ends as well as all four struts 
Oct 2016

121500 mi

C $200
Drive belt and alternator belt replaced 
Dec 2016

124620 mi
Drive belt was about to fail due to improper installation by dealer. 
Mazda CX-9 in Alaska, United States
Mar 2008 - Jun 2014
Oct 2008

5000 mi
Parking lights did not illuminate when vehicle was remotely started. Dealer repaired broken wire. 
Mar 2009

8000 mi

US $68
Climate controls were inactive when vehicle was remote-started. Replaced wiring harness. 
May 2009

10000 mi
Scratches on driver and passenger door trim. TSB indicates bad paint used on the original batch of these parts. Dealer ordered new door trim. 
Jun 2009

10000 mi
Replaced scratched door trim on both front doors. 
Feb 2010

17000 mi
Replace leaking differential side seal. Repaired loose wire in Mazda remote start wiring harness. 
Mar 2010

17000 mi
Dealer forgot to initialize remote start remotes at last visit. 
May 2010

19000 mi

US $1
Replaced leaking left rear axle seal 
Jun 2010

20000 mi
Remote start not working. Dealer unable to duplicate, started working without any repairs. 
Jul 2010

21000 mi
Replace rear right shock 
May 2011

27000 mi

US $93
Leaking sunroof. Dealer ordered new seal. New sunroof seal installed. 
Jul 2011

29000 mi

US $393
Flaking paint on hatch trim piece. Ordered new trim piece. Replaced the hatch trim piece due to flaking paint. 
Dec 2011

33000 mi

US $26
Rubber trim piece at bottom of driver's side of car was coming loose. Dealer replaced part, did not charge labor. 
Jan 2013

43100 mi

US $250
Heater fan making a ticking sound. Fan replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2008 - Mar 2015
Mar 2008

620 mi
Rattle in centre console. 
Aug 2009

22320 mi
surface rust on tailgate and roof 
Nov 2010

42340 mi

C $500
Check door straps ordered. Noisy. TSB. Key fobs ordered. 
Mar 2011

46500 mi
Navigation/Rear View camera screen resolution completely washes out during daylight. Dealer admitted that it appears to be a problem and promised to look into a warranty replacement. 
Jul 2011

52080 mi
New navigation unit ordered by dealer. Seems to be difficult to obtain. Rust on tailgate has returned, coming from under paint due to a plastic insert in the tailgate rubbing against the metal. Previously repaired under warranty. 
Dec 2011

58280 mi

C $700
Dealer advised tie rod had excessive play and recommended replacement. Agreed and repair completed while in for 96,000km service. 
Aug 2012

65960 mi

C $1000
Replaced worn tie rod 
Sep 2013

81220 mi
Rust bubbles re-appeared on tailgate. Previously repaired under warranty in 2010. Mazda agreed to pay for the repair as it was originally reported while under warranty. 
Mar 2014

89280 mi

C $50
Heat shield loose. Replaced bolts and reattached 
Mazda CX-9 in Alberta, Canada
Mar 2008 - Jul 2018
Jun 2009

19840 mi
Engine speed surging at hot idle TSB 09-033/08 Paint peeling from interior armrest garnish 
Jul 2009

20460 mi
TSB 09-033/08 Paint peeling from interior armrest garnish 
Sep 2010

38440 mi
Small rust spot through paint right beside Mazda badge on rear lift gate. Re-painted under warranty. 
Aug 2013

75820 mi

C $500
Replaced serpentine belt Replaced outer tie rod ends 
Jun 2016

110360 mi

C $950
Left front wheel came off the vehicle during driving. Wheel lug nuts came loose. Replaced brake rotor, wheel rim, wheel alignment, complete suspension inspection 
Mazda CX-9 in Ohio, United States
Dec 2012 - Jun 2015
Apr 2014

86700 mi

US $2000
Power transfer unit was going out. Symptom was leaking thick grease in garage. Tie rods replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Iowa, United States
Apr 2011 - Mar 2018
Sep 2011

43000 mi

US $90
HVAC fan relay replaced. Known problem on CX-9. 
Nov 2011

46000 mi

US $32
HVAC fan relay failed 
Dec 2013

63000 mi

US $350
Torn CV boot. Needed new CV joint. 
Sep 2014

75000 mi

US $200
Siezed brake caliper from corrosion. Replaced and system was bled. 
Mar 2015

78000 mi

US $200
New front caliper and pads. Old caliper had corroded pistons. 
Jun 2016

98000 mi

US $120
Sway bar link became separated. Need to be reimbursed from Mazda since this part was replaced as part of the recall. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Apr 2015 - Jun 2016
Apr 2015

56000 mi

US $60
Air filter and blower clogged with dust causing condensation to pool and overflow into passenger footwell. cleaned out dust. blower shorted, replaced blower 
Mazda CX-9 in North Carolina, United States
Jan 2009 - Oct 2021
Mar 2010

29000 mi

US $1100
Replaced tires and did 30000 mile services. Also replaced interior trim. 
Jun 2010

35000 mi

US $60
rear passenger door lock does not work. motor needed replacement 
Apr 2012

75000 mi

US $140
AC line froze, needed to be cleaned out due to the cabin air filter needing to be replaced 
May 2014

118300 mi

US $1700
front diff had to be replaced, made a terrible grinding noise 
Jun 2015

143000 mi

US $1200
air intake clogged water built up in engine wall,shorted out AC compressor,solenoid and other electrical functions of AC. 
Sep 2015

145000 mi

US $1700
coil leaking along with gaskets and others 
Apr 2016

162200 mi

US $1700
condenser and several other parts need to be replaced. coil replaced last year 
Dec 2016

182000 mi

US $1250
Driver side headlight replacement 
Sep 2017

198000 mi

US $400
oil pressure regulator. 
Jun 2018

215000 mi

US $2700
Alternator failed due to power steering pump dripping fluid on top of it. Power steering pump failed and leaked fluid 
May 2019

232000 mi

US $3000
entire AC system replacement. 
Mazda CX-9 in Alabama, United States
Nov 2017 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017

136000 mi

US $60
BCM replaced due to water damage. Glass company finally determined water leaking from sunroof and repaired. Dealer paid for replacement parts and leak repair. 
Mazda CX-9 in Utah, United States
Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009

10000 mi
I have had a rattle in the area of the cd in the dash for sometime. It only occurs on uneven roads. I think I will insist that the remove the console and replace it, hopefully they can alleviate the problem. 
Mazda CX-9 in Tennessee, United States
Nov 2011 - May 2015
Apr 2012

30300 mi
Motor mount replaced. 
Nov 2012

43900 mi
Rattle caused by loose bracket. Bracket tightened. 
Sep 2013

65000 mi
Rear differential leaking oil. 
Aug 2014

85000 mi

US $150
Driver's seat belt buckle would not latch. Replaced buckle. 
Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
Aug 2008 - May 2011
Dec 2008

15000 mi

US $64
Defrost did not work on remote start. 
Mazda CX-9 in Ohio, United States
Feb 2010 - Sep 2011
Sep 2011

59000 mi

US $40
Front left wheel bearing replaced under warranty 
Mazda CX-9 in Minnesota, United States
Nov 2008 - Apr 2017
Oct 2013

73300 mi

US $60
Replaced worn drivers outer tie rod end. 
Jun 2015

102000 mi

US $112
One of the two front rotor pistons seized on drivers side causing brake to stick. 
Oct 2015

108300 mi

US $800
Replaced left rear wheel bearing due to loud roaring noise over 30 mph. 
Nov 2015

109000 mi

US $478
Lower Control Arm recall, had to replace both lower control arms but parts were not available. Polar Chev and Mazda said car was too dangerous to drive and gave us a loaner car until ours could be repaired. Right front wheel bearing was worn out and making noise. 
Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
Jul 2008 - Mar 2010
Dec 2008

7000 mi

US $54
Paint peeling on the silver trim on the front doors Sunroof cover rattles when car is warm. Since the weather was very cold, dealer could not replicate the problem. They made some adjustments and agreed to look at it again when the weather is warmer and the problem is more apparent.  
Jul 2009

14000 mi

US $46
Rough Idle, died sometimes when idling. Dealer replaced throttle body, problem solved.  
Mazda CX-9 in New Mexico, United States
Nov 2007 - Nov 2010
Dec 2007

1000 mi
Paint missing from passenger side rear door edge. 
Mar 2009

13000 mi
TSB - repaired power driver seat wiring harness. TSB - faulty ABS warning light Broken gas cap tether. 
Apr 2009

15000 mi
TSB - faulty ABS warning light Broken gas cap tether. 
Oct 2009

19000 mi
Chrome trim piece fell off. Dealer ordered and installed new piece. 
Mazda CX-9 in Arizona, United States
Jun 2012 - Apr 2018
Jul 2012

34200 mi
Dealer replaced flaking silver trim, common issue for this model 
Dec 2015

74000 mi

US $50
Replaced front passenger power window regulator. 
Jan 2018

94000 mi

US $50
Aux port died and needed to be replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Colorado, United States
Aug 2012 - Oct 2020
Mar 2016

67000 mi

US $1405
Transfer case not operating properly. Leaking from the top of the transfer case. Technicians were able to troubleshoot problem to the transfer case and needed to replace. 
Dec 2017

78000 mi
Drivers window no longer working. Needed new motor. Working after repair, but auto up or down no longer working. CV boot needed to be replaced on passenger front wheel. Front struts both needed to be replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Alberta, Canada
Jun 2011 - Jun 2016
May 2015

82460 mi

C $600
Car had a slight shimmy at speeds between 55-65 kph. Tie rod ends replaced and wheel alignment. 
Dec 2015

88040 mi

C $5000
Problem was a slight vibration in drivetrain at 50-60 Kph. Diagnosis was torque converter problem caused by poor shifting by transmission. They ended up replacing both as well as the transaxle. 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2009 - Nov 2019
Apr 2011

24500 mi
Frt left window motor was loose in door causing rattle and periodic closing problem. Replaced relays that caused AC to run when ignition was turned off. 

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2008 Mazda CX-9 4-door

6-cylinder automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in Maryland, United States
Jan 2008 - Mar 2010
Feb 2008

1000 mi
Computer chip "brain" not working; drain battery continously; unable to start/need to jump CX9 in the morning; been in shop for 20 days; still waiting for part on back order;"it's a new car.....we don't have the part ....." Never buy a Mazda.  auto climate control not working properly, vehicle would not heat up; need to manual override to heat the car. "we don't see any problem" ...... wish they drive the car when it's cold with kids... then again....we have not.....since the dealer.. 
Mar 2008

1000 mi
Smart key does not work again; cannot start nor open/close door with remote. Mazda refused to toll vehicle to dealer near my home.... DON'T GET A MAZDA 

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2008 Mazda CX-9 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
May 2008 - May 2011
Dec 2010

32000 mi
Rear passenger window sticking due to loose internal foam part. Door disassembled and part reattached. 

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2007 Mazda CX-9

Engine not specified

Mazda CX-9 in Connecticut, United States
Mar 2010 - Feb 2011
Feb 2011

45000 mi

US $80
Had oil leak almost the entire time I had it. I paid $80 for them to tell me that I didn't have leak. Sold with leak. Bad strut when sold. 

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2007 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda CX-9 in North Carolina, United States
Apr 2011 - Oct 2015
Oct 2013

79500 mi

US $3850
Overheating, loss of power. Excessive noise. 
Jun 2015

89000 mi

US $2350
Camshaft 
Mazda CX-9 in Florida, United States
Mar 2007 - May 2010
Jun 2007

5000 mi
interior door handle on drivers door clicking. both wireless headphones for the RES system physically broken. Replaced as goodwill to customer 
Jan 2008

14000 mi
Door handle clicked pulled to open door. Both front door handles were replaced. Head phones replaced as goodwill to customer, but TSB came out after they were replaced. 
May 2008

19000 mi
Drivers seat belt buckle squeaking. Replaced drivers seat belt buckle. Rattles in both rear doors. Can barely hear rattle now. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Jun 2015 - Jul 2016
May 2016

146400 mi

US $375
Front wheel bearings squeaking/creeking when turning. 
Jun 2016

149000 mi

US $6000
Original radiator had slow leak caused overheating of engine. Oil water mixed. Instead of head gasket fix, I decided on engine swap to hopefully last another 3-5 years... 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Sep 2012 - Dec 2016
Sep 2015

193000 mi

US $2500
Struts, tierod ends, 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Mar 2011 - Jan 2012
Jan 2012

US $4500
Transmission was failing did not want to spend 4500.00 to repair the transmission. 
Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
Apr 2007 - Mar 2010
Oct 2007

5000 mi
Sat radio ant has an internal failure according to the repair report. 
Mazda CX-9 in Ohio, United States
Jan 2011 - Jan 2018
Jul 2011

54000 mi

US $13
Hvac fan would turn on full blast when car was turned off. Happened intermittently. Googled issue and found a TSB stating the relays need to be replaced. Dealer just charged me cost of parts as it only took them 2 minutes to install. 
Jul 2013

86800 mi

US $1030
Ball joint on front passenger side was bad. Also had to replace control arms. Cost included oil change as well as a brake job on the front. Rotors and pads replaced. 
Jul 2015

116800 mi

US $820
Ball joint and control arm replaced on driver side. Wheel was coming loose. 
Aug 2015

119100 mi

US $45
Front blower fan stopped working. Bought 3rd party fan and repaired myself. 
Nov 2016

135000 mi

US $1100
Had all shocks and struts replaced 
Sep 2017

144000 mi

US $650
Front brakes replaced for wear and tear 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Jun 2014 - Feb 2016
Nov 2015

136100 mi

US $515
Replaced front drivers side wheel bearing. 
Feb 2016

139000 mi
Transmission making a whine noise in 6th gear 
Mazda CX-9 in Virginia, United States
Nov 2009 - Jul 2011
Dec 2009

37000 mi

US $414
Front passenger wheel bearing was making an extremely loud rumble when in motion. Vehicle was 40 miles out of warranty (36,040 miles) and the dealer made me pay. I called Mazda customer service and they reimbursed me the entire amount ($414). 
Jun 2011

59000 mi
Airbag spontaneously deployed while driving! Major safety issue! Engr from Japan flown in to investigate. Replaced steering wheel, airbag, clock spring, and airbag module SAS unit. Mazda covered expenses. Had family in car. Frightening. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Mar 2008 - Apr 2018
Apr 2008

11000 mi
Rear armrest rattle TSB. 
Jul 2009

30000 mi
Clock ran slow. Don't know if it is fixed yet. auto headlights sometimes stay on after leaving garage when daylight and sometimes go out immediately. Smart key - sometimes steering column will not turn to start car. Happens about once a month. Tried both fobs and car has wheels straight. After a few minutes there is a click in the steering column and you can turn it to start. Key shows recognized. Read about transmission sensor causing CX9 to go into shut down when ascending long hills. They said that while they would not repair unless it actually happened first, that my vehicle was not equipped with the faulty sensor. 
Nov 2009

34300 mi
Grinding noise from front suspension when driving from a stop. 
Dec 2009

36000 mi
Rear blower would not turn off. Had to replace a relay Even though smart key fob recognized could not turn egnition switch Squealing ac fan motor. 
Jan 2011

38800 mi
headlight leveling does not work 
Apr 2015

88500 mi

US $280
Blue tooth quit working. Called Mazda Blue Tooth support. They stepped me through diagnostics. Called two dealers and was told the Blue Tooth module needed replacing at an insane cost of around $700. Disconnected battery and problem solved AC drain stopped up 
Aug 2016

102900 mi
stopped up drain 
Mazda CX-9 in Alberta, Canada
Mar 2009 - Mar 2010
Apr 2009

13640 mi
Front right scrunching noise evident from 1000kms. Many different bushings, lubed and replaced. Steering locking mechanism adjusted ? Problem still prevails. Been to two different mazda dealers to correct the problem. Still dont know how to fix it. Rear wheel bearings were replaced. Who ever heard of rear wheel bearings going at 20,000kms? The shop replaced the filter for the air conditioner which has smelled since day one and still smells, but after it was replaces my fan in my heater/air conditioner sounded like it was taking off in a plane. Clock lost time...replaced clock. It seems to be keeping time now. car windows creak as you drive with windows down. visor cracked and was replaced. I noticed it on the way home from a repair trip but, could say who was responsible for the damage. 
Sep 2009

17360 mi
car made sounds when brake was applied but only once every time the car went from reverse to drive or drive to reverse...It was caused by different mazda dealer than the one that did the original work. 
Mazda CX-9 in Florida, United States
Feb 2009 - May 2011
Jul 2010

35500 mi
replaced the door stop on the drivers door 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Aug 2007 - Mar 2018
Jul 2011

44000 mi

US $25
Leaking ac evap into cabin. Cleaned line. Fixed. 
Mar 2014

69000 mi

US $1100
Coil codes due to faulty PCM. 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Jun 2010 - Jan 2011
Nov 2010

38500 mi

US $65
terrible brake squeal when in reverse. Mazda dealership would do nothing. Personal mechanic cut rotors, sanded pads, squeal gone. Chassis squeaks and rattles. Again Mazda did nothing. Personal mechanic lubed with lithium, problem solved. 
Mazda CX-9 in South Carolina, United States
Aug 2011 - Apr 2018
Jul 2012

90000 mi
Hole in condensor (may have been from a rock), condesor replaced at Firestone The controls in the rear no longer work properly. Air still flows, but the fan control does not work. A part fell off and I cannot locate it (spring). Since the air still flows when the controls are off (front control), I leave it be. 
Jun 2013

111000 mi

US $75
Blower motor failed... probably due to water backup from a clogged drain a few months ago. Changed out the blower and all is good. Easy job also. 
Oct 2013

117000 mi

US $100
Failed/Melted coil pack (probably since I had not changed the plugs). Replaced coil and plugs (and intake plenum gaskets) 
Nov 2013

118000 mi

US $700
As described before, replacement of the coil did not fix my issue (melted coil). These engines can have PCM failure resulting in melted coil(s). I sent the PCM off to be repaired, all new coils and plugs... running perfect again. As described before, replacement of the coil did not fix my issue (melted coil). These engines can have PCM failure resulting in melted coil(s). I sent the PCM off to be repaired, all new coils and plugs... running perfect again. 
Apr 2014

121500 mi

US $70
I replaced all six coils with the previous repair, one coil failed. I replaced the coil and it seems to be running fine again. The coil was an aftermarket part. 
Dec 2017

152000 mi

US $50
Needed a new battery. Also, check engine light come on and off. One of the catalytic converter needs to be replaced soon. 
Mar 2018

155000 mi

US $50
Coil failed, replaced and good to go 
Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
Sep 2007 - Jan 2016
Oct 2007

1000 mi
Clear Coat had white spots. Body shop repaired the issue at Mazda's expense. 
Apr 2012

101500 mi

US $700
Throttle position sensor failed replaced front bearing 
Jan 2016

96000 mi

US $2000
Faulty ECU 
Mazda CX-9 in Massachusetts, United States
Jan 2014 - Nov 2016
Sep 2014

67000 mi

US $400
Bluetooth failure 
Nov 2014

67300 mi

US $175
Bluetooth module failed. Had to be completely replaced climate control sensor relays blown. Blowers were coming on when vehicle was turned off. 
Oct 2015

73000 mi

US $982
Replaced right front tie rod end Front lower control arms replaced Reattach gas tank. Bolt holes rotted out Transmission fluid flush 
Aug 2016

78000 mi

US $400
Filters replaced and boxes cleaned out Hole in exhaust pipe at hanger 
Mazda CX-9 in Arizona, United States
Jun 2007 - Oct 2011
Oct 2007

6000 mi
Battery in "smart card" was replaced remote-start fob never worked--replaced clock "lost" time, module replaced vehicle pulled to left, serviced per TSB 
Nov 2007

9000 mi
Faulty remote start fob replaced. Paid for using Mazda-issued voucher. Dealer would not replace under warrantee. Replacement clock still loses time--about 1 minute/month. Car still pulls, dealer says "take to tire dealer and have all tires adjusted 
Dec 2007

12000 mi
Car "pulls" to left. Dealer claims to have checked alignment and blamed problem on tires--told us to take it to a tire store and have the whole set "adjusted" Yeah right! Clock will "lose" time, eventually being two minutes off. Dealer replaced clock module one time and said they can't do anything else until Mazda issues a TSB. 
Feb 2008

15000 mi
Front end parts (hood, fenders, bumper cover)had severe (approx 50-60 chips through to primer) paint chipping problem. Mazda authorized a complete repaint of the front of the vehicle. Due to severe paint chipping (down to the primer in 20-30 places) on the front bumper cover, hood, and fenders; Mazda authorized a repaint of these parts after the zone manager compared our vehicle to their identical one with more highway miles and no vis 
Jun 2008

25000 mi
Took car in for a second radio/clock display since first replacement has also not been able to maintain accurate time. Doubtful that is will work, think it's "throwing parts" at the problem. Also had new gas cap installed as the lanyard had broken. 
Jul 2008

26000 mi
The clock/radio display was replaced for a second time. This time it seems to be keeping accurate time. Also the fuel filler cap was replaced as the tether had broken. 
Sep 2008

29000 mi
CD player jammed. Would not play CDs, would not eject CDs. All other audio functions normal. New CD player ordered. Will be swapped out and original sent to Bose to retrieve CDs stuck inside. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Apr 2010 - Dec 2011
Aug 2010

38000 mi

US $100
Trans made metallic clicking noise when first moving from a dead stop, forward or reverse. Lubed transaxle linkage, under powertrain warranty. Rear HVAC blower would continue to run after car was turned off (key was taken out). Dealer replaced unit. Covered under extended WTY. Trans made metallic clicking noise when first moving from a dead stop, forward or reverse. Lubed transaxle linkage, under powertrain warranty. Rear HVAC blower would continue to run after car was turned off (key was taken out). Dealer replaced unit. Covered under extended WTY.0 

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2007 Mazda CX-9 4dr SUV

263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mazda CX-9 in Michigan, United States
Oct 2016 - Dec 2016
Dec 2016

243000 mi

US $850
Transfer case needed replacing. Bought new one and replaced. Changed rear differential fluids when at it. 
Mazda CX-9 in British Columbia, Canada
Feb 2013 - Jun 2018
Mar 2015

58900 mi

C $1100
Replaced left rear wheel hub assembly pls flushed the transmission, differential and power steering fluid. 
Feb 2016

74760 mi

C $300
Replaced front pads and rotors. Replaced right front caliper assembly. Changed engine oil and filter and battery. 
May 2017

96720 mi
Replaced and flushed cooling system. 
May 2018

114080 mi

C $400
Replaced front brake pads and passenger front calipers. Flushed brake lines. 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Sep 2010 - Jun 2022
Jan 2014

80300 mi
Bluetooth stopped working. Bluetooth failed to connect with phones (any) and stay connected. Pairing would fail or take a very long time. Once connected, it would not stay connected. 
Jul 2014

61200 mi
Radiator sprung a leak in the upper part of the radiator. I smelled the anti freeze and say dried pale green powder on the front grill work. We have an extended warranty that covered the cost of the repair. 
Dec 2021

149000 mi

US $1200
Also fluid added to transfer case and ECU removed and repaired and reinstalled. 
Mazda CX-9 in Ohio, United States
Jan 2014 - Jul 2022
Jan 2014

123000 mi

US $200
Tie rod end loose, probably from driving over Cleveland's potholes - repaired. 
Dec 2014

148000 mi

US $800
Left front wheel bearing, $350. Both inner/outer front tie rod ends, $450. Sway bar links were preserved, reused. 
Sep 2015

161000 mi

US $300
Worn front right wheel bearing 
Apr 2016

170200 mi
Bad ball joints, noticed from a noise and a feeling of resistance, covered by front control arms recall. 
May 2016

172900 mi

US $50
left headlight 
Jun 2016

178000 mi

US $1000
This quarter I replaced left front and rear wheel bearings, and right front ball joints 
Jul 2016

171000 mi

US $1350
Replaced transmission take off unit, $1350 symptoms were a whining engine. Replaced transmission take off unit, $1350 symptoms were a whining engine 
May 2017

195000 mi

US $1214
a/c compressor (after-market) plus filter, compressor oil, recharge and leak test 
Jun 2017

200000 mi

US $50
Loose heat shield near gas tank re-attached. These heat shields seem to come loose on a semi-regular basis. 
Sep 2017

202000 mi
Recall for air bag, potential for shrapnel Headlights replaced - one was out 
Nov 2017

209000 mi

US $570
front calipers replaced along with disk rotation and pads 
May 2018

215000 mi

US $700
Rear drive not engaging - our AWD is currently a front-wheel drive. Had a grinding noise but has not worsened so we left it alone for now. 
Jul 2022

230000 mi

US $1000
A/C compressor replacement during which radiator fell apart. Both replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2012 - May 2013
May 2013

65720 mi

C $800
Replaced condenser unit. Had a leak. Arm used to open and close trunk became loose and detached itself Fans blowing when car is turned off. 
Mazda CX-9 in Connecticut, United States
Jan 2010 - May 2018
Oct 2013

79000 mi

US $1300
Replaced PTU after seal leaked. Replaced PTU after seal leaked. 
Mar 2015

101000 mi

US $910
Lower ball joints needed replacement, worn out. Installation required front end alignment upon completion. 
Aug 2016

120600 mi

US $275
Replaced front, right tie rod arm. 
Oct 2017

137000 mi

US $120
Engine light came on, diagnosis inconclusive of crankshaft position correlation, but nothing was found. After reset, engine light came on again a few days later, another service appointment is scheduled. 
Nov 2017

140000 mi

US $520
Replaced the Oil Pressure Sensor. Engine light still on after repair. Everything else checks out fine, so running it with the engine light on until something else appears. 
May 2018

144000 mi
Antifreeze mixed with engine oil. Either water pump leaking into engine or one of the head gaskets. Decided not to invest the money into the vehicle and sold it. 
Mazda CX-9 in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2008 - Mar 2016
Jun 2009

10540 mi
Vehicle lost power on steep hills.. TSB issued 2008 May (only for certain vehicles withing a block of vins). Most consumers unaware of issue. My dealershp was surprised! TCM module updated with most recent software.. Vehicle runs like a charm! 
Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
May 2015 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015

82000 mi

US $2600
bank of coils failed and shorted the computer. Coils(6) and computer were replaced 
Mazda CX-9 in Virginia, United States
May 2010 - Jun 2022
May 2011

49300 mi

US $100
Rotors were warped. Rotors were re-ground. They did not replace them this time because car is no longer under warranty. 
Apr 2012

58500 mi
Heat shield above the drive train had 2 pop rivets fall out 
Mar 2013

72000 mi

US $174
Bad Fuel injector. I had an extended warranty that paid the majority of the cost. 
Oct 2014

90500 mi

US $1162
Replace rear shock absorbers. Replace right and left control arms Sunroof drain clogged. Interior totally soaked. Carpets need to be cleaned. Padding underneath needs replacement 
Aug 2015

98400 mi

US $700
Replace right and left control arms and realign car received recall notice after the repair. Waiting for Mazda to reimburse me. 
Sep 2015

100000 mi

US $697
Right front tie-rod Front left wheel bearing 
Sep 2016

107000 mi
Sunroof drain clogs and has to be blown out every couple of months. If not it leaks into the driver side floor and thoroughly soaks it. Horrible design! 
Jan 2017

96500 mi

US $250
Replace cracked serpentine belt 
Apr 2017

114000 mi

US $762
New front rotors and pads 
Aug 2017

117000 mi
Front control arms 
Oct 2017

120000 mi

US $2000
Replaced the full exhaust system 
Jul 2018

126000 mi
Sunroof drain clogged and leaking into drivers side of car. The sunroof drain has to be blown out every 4-5 months....the worst design flow of the CX-9! 
Dec 2020

151000 mi

US $2500
replace drive axle, radiator and flush brake fluid 
Jun 2022

157000 mi

US $800
Right rear hub again! 3rd time having to replace this 
Mazda CX-9 in Colorado, United States
May 2014 - Dec 2015
Nov 2014

111000 mi

US $1800
Power rack replaced d/t leak 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Jul 2011 - Mar 2016
Jan 2016 Lower Ball Joint broke, also causing the axle, tie rod, wheel and transfer case to break. dealer replaced all except transfer case under recall 
Mazda CX-9 in Ohio, United States
Sep 2011 - Apr 2015
Oct 2012

82500 mi

US $70
Driver Window seal leaked air 
Jan 2014

88200 mi

US $1700
Transfer case had slow leak. Gear lube dried out, transfer case failed. Rear wheel drive cannot engage during low traction, 4wd dashboard light flashes when rears should be turning. 
Dec 2014

125000 mi

US $1500
Purchased tires at TireDiscounters, they did not report worn ball joint. Joint separated while driving immediately out of shop driveway. Broke cv joint, stabilizer end link and various body parts in process. Shop refused liability insuance 
Apr 2015

130000 mi
Remote start failed, horn would honk continually, car would not start. Removed fuse from remote start to disable, that was the last straw and the reason I sold it. Transfer case still had a slow leak. 
Mazda CX-9 in Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Feb 2015 - Mar 2015
Feb 2015

55800 mi

A $1000
Brake master cylinder failure 
Mazda CX-9 in California, United States
Jan 2021 - Feb 2022
Feb 2022

195000 mi

US $2000
Front struts and associated parts replaced plus wheel alignment 
Mazda CX-9 in Virginia, United States
Jan 2012 - Apr 2013
Oct 2012

141500 mi

US $617
Shimmy. Replaced both outer tie rod ends. 
Mazda CX-9 in Minnesota, United States
Aug 2007 - Jul 2018
Jan 2008

4000 mi
AWD system not working. No power was going to the rear wheels. Dealer determined that PTU/transfer case had failed and replaced it. AWD not working - no power going to rear wheels. Dealer replaced transfer case. 
Jul 2011

23000 mi

US $169
Replaced A/C-heater fan relays per TSB 07-005/10. Replaced rear A/C-heater control panel due to failed fan control. Replaced A/C-heater fan relays per TSB 07-005/10. Replaced rear A/C-heater control panel due to failed fan control. 
Oct 2011

25500 mi
Rear differential oil seals leaking. Both left and right output shaft seals replace. Vehicle still under drive train warranty. Duplicate entry. Rear differential oil seals leaking. Both left and right output shaft seals replace. Vehicle still under drive train warranty.  
Aug 2015

47000 mi

US $108
Original OEM rear shock absorbers both leaking fluid. Removed and replaced with aftermarket units. I did repairs myself due to quoted cost by repair shop. 
Nov 2017

64000 mi

US $537
Cylinder 3 fuel injector failed causing a miss and engine check light. 
Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Sep 2007 - Sep 2014
Jan 2009

34000 mi
Installed a new transfer case. 
Oct 2012

104000 mi

US $300
Front left wheel bearing went out. Had to be replaced. 
Jul 2014

142300 mi

US $900
Full AC replacement 
Mazda CX-9 in Oregon, United States
Apr 2007 - Mar 2012
Jun 2008

14000 mi
Crunching noise on front suspension. Replaced control arm assembly, fixed part of the noise. Contacted Mazda and they instructed to install additional cushioning around springs, which removed remainder of the noise. 
Nov 2008

19000 mi
Crunching noise in driver side suspension when going over bumps. Most evident over speed bumps.  Same issue. Replaced bushings, did not fix the problem. Replaced rubber bumper on top of strut mount. Sound was from the rubber bumper sliding up and down the shaft. Lubricated also really helped the noise. Haven't noticed in 3 weeks. TSB issues for squeaking from front and rear brakes. I noticed the sound and reported it to dealer at time of service. They searched and found TSB's and ordered parts for both front and rear and replaced both. 
Sep 2009

31000 mi
Lots of wind noise from driver side door. Ordered new weather-stripping. Clinking noise when transmission engages. TSB was issued for this problem. Sanded down some part in the axle and resolved the problem. Installed new weatherstripping. 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Jul 2007 - Dec 2011
Aug 2007

1000 mi
Broken switch for interior light. Driver side exterior mirror vibrates during driving. 
Mazda CX-9 in Colorado, United States
Jun 2007 - Jan 2016
Dec 2007

4000 mi
The problem was a rattle in front of the driver seat position when accelerating under load. Most prominent at 2,000 RPM. The dealer didn't recognize the problem on the first visit to the shop, so a second trip was required. After recognizing the rattle during the second trip, the dealer added insulation and tied up loose cables and clips behind the dash. This didn't resolve the issue, so a new instrument cluster was ordered. 
Jan 2008

5000 mi
New instrument cluster installed to resolve rattle in dash. 
Mar 2010

21000 mi
Replaced faulty smart card key. 
Mazda CX-9 in Connecticut, United States
May 2007 - Jun 2018
Jun 2007

4000 mi
When driving at higher speeds 55+, hard pulling to the left. Found a service bulletin online regarding the problem. 
Sep 2007

6000 mi
Door openers - the braces that hold the front doors to car overextend. Can be due to heavy wind or rough teenagers. A recall notice was received on this several days after the problem was noticed. 
Jun 2008

17000 mi
Airbags stopped working - indicator lights came on - TSB 08-003/08 - parts installed, modifications made, retested, sucessful repair 
Jun 2014

118000 mi

US $2500
Jammed calipers 
Jul 2015

133200 mi

US $1100
wheel bearing and struts 
Sep 2016

139000 mi

US $120
slipping in 6th gear at 50mph, sometimes 5th gear - but only at 50mph. Replaced transmission fluid to attempt to fix. June 2017 update - not transmission, fuel injectors, improvement with adding fuel injector cleaner 
Jun 2017

145000 mi

US $600
Replaced BCM. (due to sunroof drain clogging, water leaked on BCM) 
Jun 2018

160000 mi

US $150
clogged AC evap drain, caused leaking into passenger side floor 
Mazda CX-9 in New York, United States
Apr 2007 - Oct 2010
Dec 2009

43000 mi

US $400
Fine white particles throughout car when using HVAC. Fine white particles continued to be blown throughout cabin - part replaced to fix problem. 
Mazda CX-9 in Colorado, United States
Jun 2007 - Jul 2022
Feb 2008

5000 mi
Light switch on front overhead door broke at time of delivery - 8/2007. Finally got the part in and fixed in 2/2008. 
Oct 2008

13000 mi
Rear Door Checkers replaced because wouldn't stay open when open door. 
Jul 2015

88800 mi

US $650
2nd time Wheel bearing on front left tire has gone out. 
Nov 2015

93000 mi
Replaced power brake unit and bled system. 
Feb 2016

95000 mi
Rod for rear hatch auto lift bent and jammed so couldn't open rear hatch. Service was kind enough to do a quick fix for me by straightening so it works for the time being. $850 to replace, so it was very helpful! 
Aug 2017

107000 mi

US $1300
Bearings went out in front - both sides 
Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
Mar 2007 - Mar 2012
Jan 2009

41000 mi
Transmission control module failed. Vehicle would not shift gears and could only be driven in reverse or 2nd gear. 
Mar 2009

45000 mi
Airbag warning light special service program 78 - wiring of accessory sockets may cause airbag control module warning. 
Apr 2009

46000 mi
Rear hatch keyless entry sensor failed. Replaced failed keyless remote sensor 
Sep 2009

59000 mi

US $637
Gas cap strap broken. Gas cap and strap replaced. Driver side lower front door seal pulled away from body. Price quoted was too high, so continued with duct tape holding it in place. Rear axle seals leaking. Seals replaced. 
Apr 2010

75000 mi

US $355
Rear axle seals leaking - replaced. 
Dec 2010

92000 mi

US $100
RR wheel bearing worn and causing noise. Bearing replaced. Total cost $584. Owner paid $100, Extended warranty paid $484. 
Apr 2011

99000 mi

US $130
Front strut bearings replaced - making noise in turns Rear differential pan cover leaking - resealed Front timing cover leaking oil - reseal 
May 2011

100500 mi

US $1500
AWD differential completely failed 
Feb 2012

119500 mi

US $200
Heat shield under vehicle corroded at mounting points. Shield then dropped onto driveshaft. Heatshield was replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2011 - May 2014
Dec 2012

67000 mi

US $482
Main cylinder was not working properly, pedal would go half way to the floor intermittently before engaging 
May 2014

82000 mi

US $940
The right front caliper seized up and destroyed pads and rotor. Replaced both cailipers, pads and rotors 
Mazda CX-9 in Washington, United States
Nov 2007 - Dec 2017
Jan 2008

1000 mi
Doors would not lock. 
Feb 2010

37000 mi

US $56
Electric door lock on rear door inoperable. Wire had come loose. 
Jan 2017

131000 mi

US $500
Rats had chewed through the wiring harness for the fuel injectors. Wires were spliced 
Mazda CX-9 in Illinois, United States
May 2007 - Sep 2017
Feb 2008

4000 mi
Engine oil sending unit. 
Jun 2015

27000 mi

US $1400
Replace both rear wheel bearings. 
Dec 2016

49000 mi

US $823
Diagnostics and repair of HID control unit. HID control unit $588.22. OUTRAGEOUS FOR ONE ELECTRICAL PART. 
Mazda CX-9 in Massachusetts, United States
May 2007 - May 2016
Jan 2009

29000 mi

US $270
They turned the roters and added some parts that were part of a TSB re rear brake noise. To have it covered by warranty, you had to complain during first 12 months. I did not get the noise until after the 20,000 mile service. 
Jun 2011

56000 mi

US $500
High pitched noise from rear brake. Caliper not working correctly. Calipers replaced. (pads rotor also) 
Aug 2013

89000 mi

US $15
Had to replace headlights 
May 2014

100000 mi

US $550
Rear shock absorbers replaced 
Jun 2014

104000 mi

US $25
Strange noise that was related to car movement. Turned out to be a heat shield on muffler hitting drive shaft. Solution was to bend it. 
Dec 2015

126000 mi

US $600
Tie rods and ball joints rear stabilizer Some covered by recall 
Mazda CX-9 in Maryland, United States
Aug 2007 - Jun 2022
Sep 2007

1000 mi
Repainted scratch that was on the car from the dealership. 
Dec 2007

5000 mi
Left drivers side mirror was shaking at speed's over 30 mph, making it very difficult to see. Navigation would become very dark making almost unreadable, randomly. May be problem with light sensor. 
Jan 2008

6000 mi
A new side view mirror was ordered and installed, mirror still rattles. 
Mar 2008

11000 mi
Navigation still sporadically goes dark, dealer replaced front windshield and light-sensor. 
Mar 2009

21000 mi
Cracked wheel bearing replaced. 
Mazda CX-9 in Connecticut, United States
Oct 2007 - Jan 2012
Nov 2007

9800 mi
Front windows and skylight open when vehicle parked and shut off. I was walking into a store and looked back at the vehicle only to see the windows and moonroof opening all by themselves. Not a bad thing in the summer but it was pouring out and everything 
Apr 2010

63000 mi

US $400
New rotors and calipers 
Jun 2010

67000 mi

US $400
Replaced right rear shock as it was leaking. Also new rear rotors and pads 
Sep 2010

75000 mi
steering rack went bad clock and display kept malfunctioning door checker broke allowing driver door to slam against fender. Dealer recall but they wouldnt fix the fender.....damm 4 wheel drive pto replaced bad window motors 
Oct 2010

76000 mi
front control arm bushings were shot 
Mazda CX-9 in Alabama, United States
Sep 2008 - Oct 2011
Mar 2009

60000 mi
Rear temperature control knob broken. Had to replace the circuit board with it, and this would have been expensive if not for the extended warranty. 
Dec 2009

75000 mi
Noticed rear differential leaking, took to dealer. They found the seal had worn the differential housing, so the entire housing had to be replaced. Luckily extended warranty paid the $3,800. 
Sep 2010

93000 mi

US $250
Rear wheel bearing. Warranty. Replaced entire driver door seal to fix bad wind noise. Not warranty. 
Mazda CX-9 in Utah, United States
Sep 2007 - Apr 2011
Jan 2008

11000 mi
Support mounting and rear caliper holder. 
Feb 2008

12000 mi
Squeaky brakes. Technician lubed all parts that could be lubed. Problem solved. 
Aug 2008

18000 mi
RPM FLUCTUATED WITH A/C ON. 
Sep 2008

19000 mi
Throttle body successfully replaced. 

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2007 Mazda CX-9 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Mazda CX-9 in Texas, United States
Mar 2007 - Mar 2010
Mazda CX-9 in New Jersey, United States
Jun 2007 - Jun 2011
Jun 2009

35000 mi
AC exhaust fan. 
Mar 2010

48000 mi
Repaired fuse for remote start where AC and wipers did not work because of the winter. 

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2007 Mazda CX-9 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Mazda CX-9 in Alabama, United States
Dec 2007 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010

34000 mi

US $80
Clogged air conditioning. Water filled up in the engine as a result, and the A/C couldn't function. Cost to repair was $80. 

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