2009 Mazda Cx-9 problems
The Mazda CX-9 is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by Mazda in Japan since 2006 through two generations With three-row seating, it was Mazda's largest passenger vehicle until the arrival of the CX-90.
Despite being built in Japan at Mazda's Ujina #1 plant in Hiroshima Prefecture, the CX-9 was never offered in the Japanese domestic market. The shorter and narrower Mazda CX-8 was offered in Japan instead.
First generation (TB; 2006)
The first generation CX-9 was originally fitted with a 3.5 L Ford V6 engine, but, in 2008, the engine was changed to a 3.7 L unit producing 204 kW (274 hp) and 366 N⋅m (270 lb⋅ft) of torque. The updated engine was introduced in June 2007 and it was now built by Mazda themselves. This engine was coupled with a six speed automatic transmission. The first generation is based on the Ford CD3 platform that is shared with many Ford and Mazda models; the Ford Edge is its close mechanical sibling. It was launched at the 2006 New York International Auto Show.
Standard safety equipment included blind spot monitoring, backup camera, electronic stability control, traction control, roll stability control, front side impact airbags, and three row side curtain airbags.
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Common 2009 Mazda Cx-9 problems
The 2009 Mazda CX-9, a seven-seater SUV, is known for its spaciousness, athletic performance, and quick acceleration
. However, like any vehicle, it has its share of common problems.
One of the most frequently reported issues is the P0451 Check Engine Light, which is often caused by a clogged fuel tank pressure sensor
. This issue tends to appear after the car has been rustproofed, but it is relatively inexpensive to fix as it involves replacing a cheap part.
Front-end repairs are also common in the CX-9. This includes issues with the front suspension, particularly the supports, which may wear out between 20,000 to 50,000 kilometers, causing a creaking or knocking sound
. The steering rack may also need repair or replacement after approximately 100,000 kilometers, and the steering wheel coating may wear out over time, leading to scratches on the silver decorative overlays
Another significant problem is the transfer case failure due to poor lubrication as a result of the oil deteriorating over time.
Additionally, the CX-9's ignition coils may fail, leading to rough idling, a check engine light, and the engine jerking or stuttering, especially when stopped at an idle
. This issue is more common in the six-cylinder model, which has six ignition coils.
Lastly, water damage to the Body Control Module (BCM) may occur, leading to various electrical issues in the vehicle
While these problems may seem daunting, it is essential to note that regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent or mitigate these issues. When purchasing a used Mazda CX-9, it is recommended to check for these common problems and ensure that the vehicle has been well-maintained.
What are the major problems with the Mazda CX-9?
3 Common Mazda CX-9 Problems
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- CX-9 Brake Booster Failure.
How many miles will a 2009 Mazda CX-9 last?
Based on the lifespan, the Mazda CX-9 should be able to last a solid 200,000 miles before serious issues start appearing. Ideally, it'd make it to 250,000 before anything troublesome arises.
Is the Mazda CX-9 a reliable car?
MAZDA CX-9 Reliability
In studies completed by Repair Pal, the Mazda CX-9 achieved a reliability score of 4 out of 5, which ranks first out of 14 full-size SUVs rated. Compared to the average, the Mazda CX-9 was found to have a lower annual repair cost and far less severe repair issues than similar vehicles.
Which year Mazda CX-9 is the best?
Best MAZDA CX-9 Model Years to Buy Pre-Owned
- 2007 - 2009 – First generation.
- 2010 - 2012 – First generation (first facelift)
- 2013 - 2015 – First generation (second facelift)
- 2016 - 2023 – Second generation.
2009 Mazda Cx-9 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mazda Cx-9 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Air bags problems
- Suspension problems
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2009 Mazda Cx-9 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2009 Mazda Cx-9
The NHTSA has received 58 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2009 Mazda Cx-9. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2009 Mazda Cx-9 vehicles.
2024-04-23
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-15
- VIN: JM3TB28A790
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The contact stated the brake pads and rotors were replaced; however, the abnormal sound persisted. The contact called and informed the dealer of the issue however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V451000 (Suspension) as a possible solution for the failure; however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
2022-10-23
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-09
- VIN: JM3TB28V490
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: October 2021 purchase 2 Cooper Evolution H/T All-Season 245/60R18. With less than 8k miles, both tires developed deformities/bulging on upper sidewal/tread,line intersect, causing vehicle to shimmy. The dot #'s of both tires are up83 1LE 1021 . Tires have a 60k warranty. Cooper tires issues two safety recalls due to sidewall deformities on this tire model, same plant, but in a different sizes. February 26, 2021 cooper tires has issued yet another safety recall on this exact model tire but in a different size. The 2 cooper evolution HT tires seem to also have sidewall defects. I feel that the bulging tires are a safety hazard due to manufacturing defects. I would like to have my 245/60r18 cooper evolution as well as all of the other sizes of this model tire made by cooper, futher reviewed to the recall list
2021-09-21
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-19
- VIN: JM3TB28A490
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Mazda CX9. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the hot engine temperature warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over and added coolant to the reservoir and waited for the engine to cool down. The warning light remained illuminated. The contact was concerned that the failure was related to the water pump on the vehicle not working as needed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
2021-02-10
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-03
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING UNDER NORMAL, DRY CONDITIONS ON HIGHWAY 540 IN NORTH CAROLINA, MY RIGHT REAR COPPER CS5 ULTRA TOURING TIRE CATASTROPHICALLY FAILED AND SEPARATED THE TREAD COMPLETELY FROM THE SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE ON MY 2009 MAZDA CX-9.
2020-08-14
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-23
- VIN: JM3TB38V590
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE PULLING A SMALL TRAILER THE CAR STOPPED UNABLE TO DRIVE THE CAR ACCORDING TO THE MECHANIC THE TRANSFER CASE SHATTERED INTO PIECES
2020-07-11
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-26
- VIN: JM3TB28V090
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY BRAKES STARTED FEELING SPONGY BUT HARD TO PUSH WHEN I WOULD TRY TO COME TO A STOP. IT FELT AT TIMES LIKE MY CAR WASN'T GOING TO STOP. I STOPPED DRIVING IT AND THE BRAKE BOOSTER WAS REPLACED. AT THAT TIME, I LOST BRAKES COMPLETELY. THE BRAKE PEDDLE GOES ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WHEN PRESSED. HOPEFULLY THE BOOSTER IS A BAD ONE.
2020-03-16
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-28
- VIN: JM3TB28A090
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH. IT WORKS FOR AWHILE AND THEN STOPS WORKING. WHEN I PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL THE BRAKE LIGHT MAY OR MY NOT COME ON AND THAT IS WHILE SITTING STILL OR WHILE THE CAR IS MOVING. I HAVE REPLACED THE SWITCH SEVERAL TIMES.
2020-02-17
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-13
- VIN: JM3TB28A690
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I WAS TAKING MY DAUGHTER TO HIGH SCHOOL IN THE MORNING WITH MY SON IN THE CAR AS WELL. IN THE PARKING LOT OF THE HIGH SCHOOL, I APPLIED THE BRAKES BUT THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK. MY FOOT WAS ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WHEN THEY FINALLY CAUGHT BUT I WAS OUT IN THE LINE OF TRAFFIC AND LUCKILY NO ONE HIT ME AND INJURED MY SON OR MYSELF. AFTER REPLACING THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS THAT DID NOT FIX THE SITUATION, I HAVE SINCE LEARNED THAT THE BRAKE BOOSTER HAS BEEN AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH MAZDA CX-9 THAT WAS EVEN INVESTIGATED BY THE NHTSA WITHOUT HAVING A RECALL. HOW DOES SOMETHING SO CRITICAL IN THE SAFETY OF LIVES DOES NOT GENERATE A RECALL THAT THE NHTSA HAS SEEN REPEATED COMPLAINTS OF THE SAME ISSUE WITHOUT ADVISING OR CARING ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THE CONSUMERS AND OTHER DRIVERS. IT IS AN ONGOING ISSUE THAT MAZDA HAS NOT ADDRESSED OR CORRECTED.
2020-01-22
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-22
- VIN: JM3TB38V990
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: OIL AND COOLANT MIXED TOGETHER AND CAUSE ENGINE TO DIE WITH A SERVICE CODE OF P0016 WHICH MEANS PER THE DEALER THAT THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. I BOUGHT THIS CAR BRAND NEW AND HAD IT SERVICE BY MAZDA DEALERSHIP CONSISTENTLY. THIS IS COMMON ISSUE AND MAZDA MANUFACTURER SHOULD BE COVER THIS ISSUE FOR CUSTOMERS.
2019-09-12
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-01
- VIN: JM3TB38A890
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: HISSING SOUND WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS PRESSED. PEDAL GETS REALLY HARD TO PUSH THEN IT GOES TO THE FLOOR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE. IN A PANIC STOP IT FEELS THAT THE CAR WILL NOT BE ABLE TO STOP. I AM TOLD THAT THE BRAKE BOOSTER HAS FAILED. THE MILEAGE ON THE VEHICLE IS APPROXIMATELY 138,000 MILES.
2019-03-25
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-01
- VIN: JM3TB2DA5B0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL, I CALLED MAZDA AMERICA ON OR AROUND MARCH 1, 2019 ABOUT THIS RECALL, I EXPLAINED I WOULD NEED A VEHICLE TO USE AS THEY FIXED IT, THE LADY ON THE PHONE EXPLAINED THAT THERE DEALER IN HUNTERSVILLE NC WOULD NOT HAVE A VEHICLE TO LOAN FOR THREE OR FOUR DAY AND THAT THE DEALERSHIP WOULD CALL ME, ITS NOT THE 25TH OF MARCH AND NO PHONE CALLS FRON MAZDA OR THERE DEALER!
2019-03-07
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-14
- VIN: JM3TB3BA6B0
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES WERE FAULTY. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO SLIDE AS THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL WITH FORCE. THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR WAS ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED KERRY MAZDA (1020 BURLINGTON PIKE, FLORENCE, KY 41042, (844) 327-8391) AND WAS ADVISED TO CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER. AN UNKNOWN RECALL WAS ISSUED SOON AFTER THE VEHICLE'S WARRANTY EXPIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO CALL NHTSA TO FILE A COMPLAINT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 113,000.
2018-07-19
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-14
- VIN: JM3TB38V890
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST ACCELERATION AND A RATTLING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE CONTACT HAD TO COAST THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE ROAD SHOULDER TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSFER CASE WAS FRACTURED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 125,000.
2018-07-13
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-13
- VIN: JM3TB38AX90
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL VIN: [XXX] I HAVE REPEATEDLY CALLED THE DEALERSHIP (SUBURBAN AUTO COLLECTION OF TROY - MICHIGAN) SUBURBAN MAZDA OF TROY FOR THE PAST 1-2 YEARS ASKING THEM TO CHECK AND SEE IF OUR VEHICLE IS ON THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL LIST AND THEY HAVE CONFIRMED EVERYTIME THAT IT WAS NOT. I CHECKED THE NHTSA WEBSITE AND CONFIRMED THAT THEIR IS AN ACTIVE RECALL ON THE AIRBAG FOR OUR CX-9. WE WERE NOT CALLED OR INFORMED (AS THEY SAID THEY WOULD DO). WE DID NOT RECEIVE THE PROPER NOTIFICATION FROM TAKATA OR THE MAZDA DEALERSHIP. OUR VEHICLE WAS EITHER APART OF THE RECALL FROM THE START OR IT WAS ADDED LATER WHEN THE RECALL WAS EXPANDED, HOWEVER WE NEVER RECEIVED ANYTHING TELLING US TO HAVE THE AIRBAG INFLATOR REPLACED. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2018-02-08
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-01
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MAZDA CX9 BREAK BOOSTER DIAPHRAGM LEAKAGE. I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2009 MAZDA CX9 THAT ALMOST GOT ME KILLED. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WITH MY FAMILY IN THE CAR WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I HAD TO SLOW DOWN BECAUSE THE CAR AHEAD OF ME ABRUPTLY SLOWED DOWN. I PRESSED MY BREAKS TO SLOW DOWN AND IT FELT AS HARD AS A ROCK PROMPTING ME TO MAKE SHARP MANEUVER INTO THE OTHER LANE, THANKFULLY NO OTHER CARS WERE COMING ON THAT LANE. UPON MAKING HOME I WENT ON THE COMPUTER AND RESEARCH THE ISSUE. I FOUND OUT THAT THE PROBLEM IS DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECTS WITH THE BREAK BOOSTERS IN THE CX9 AND MAZDA IS AWARE OF THE ISSUE. I TOOK THE CAR TO A MAZDA DEALERSHIP WHERE I WAS TOLD TO PAY $680 TO HAVE THE ISSUE FIXED BECAUSE I MISSED THE 2015 DEADLINE SET BY MAZDA TO HAVE THE BREAK BOOSTER FIXED. I WAS SO UPSET, I CALLED MAZDA USA WHERE I WAS TOLD THAT THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO ABOUT THE ISSUE. TO ROB SALT IN THE WOUND THE LADY I SPOKE TO ON THE PHONE ADVISED MY TO MAKE SURE THAT I SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE LOCAL MAZDA DEALERSHIP FOR THE OPEN RECALL ON THE AIRBAGS ISSUE. (WHICH I INTERPRETED AS "IF YOUR BREAKS FAIL AND YOU DIE, THE AIRBAG WILL PROTECT FACE SHOULD IN CASE YOUR FAMILY WANTS TO DO AN OPEN CASKET AT YOUR FUNERAL"). I BELIEVE IT IS UNFAIR FOR MAZDA TO AVOID FIXING A KNOWN DEFECTS IN THE MOST IMPORTANT SAFETY SYSTEM IN A CAR ( THE BREAKS) BY PASSING IT OFF AS A WARRANTY PROGRAM. I AM GLAD TO BE ALIVE TO FILE THIS COMPLAINT. PLEASE THINK ABOUT PEOPLES SAFETY AND NOT THE INTEREST OF THE MANUFACTURERS AND DO THE RIGHT THING.
2017-10-24
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-01
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JM3TB28A990
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: HI THERE ... WE GOT REAR ENDED LAST YEAR ... I HAVE HAD NO LUCK GETTING OUR MAZDA REPAIRED FOR THE LAST COUPLE OF MONTHS ... MAZDA HAS NOT CALLED ME BACK FOR REPAIR
2017-09-29
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-01
- VIN: JM3TB28V190
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 2009 MAZDA CX-9. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TAKATA AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME. UPDATED 9/29/2017*JS
2017-09-28
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-01
- VIN: JM3TB38V390
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V429000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE AND SHOULD BECOME AVAILABLE IN THE FALL OF 2017. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 12/13/2017 *LN UPDATED 7/23/18*JB
2017-09-18
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-01
- VIN: JM3TB38A990
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V429000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. CONTINENTAL MAZDA OF NAPERVILLE (2363 AURORA AVE, NAPERVILLE, IL 60540, (630) 352-5900) WAS CONTACTED, BUT WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A TIME FRAME FOR PART AVAILABILITY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2017-08-25
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-25
- VIN: JM3TB28A290
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL, ENTERING VIN IN THIS SITE DOES NOT RESULT IN A RECALL FOR AIR BAGS SHOWN. ENTERING ON THE MAZDA SITE INDICATES THERE IS A RECALL. HOWEVER IT ALSO SAYS SOLUTION IS NOT AVAILABLE. IT INDICATES VIA A MAP THAT I AM IN ZONE 2 (NORTH CAROLINA. HOWEVER THE VEHICLE IS EXTENSIVELY USED IN SOUTH CAROLINA WHICH IS IN ZONE 1...THE FIRST TO BE REPLACED.. I WOULD LIKE CONFIRMATION AND A PROPOSED TIME LINE FOR REPAIR. IF THIS CAN NOT BE COMPLETED WITHIN THE NEXT 30 DAYS I WOULD LIKE THE ABILITY TO DISABLE THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG UNTIL A REPLACEMENT/REPAIR CAN BE AFFECTED.
2017-07-20
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-01-01
- VIN: JM3TB28V490
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CAR DANGEROUSLY SHUDDERS AND HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATING & AT CERTAIN HIGHWAY SPEEDS INCREASINGLY FOR LAST TWO YEARS DUE TO FAULTY TORQUE CONVERTER DESIGN PER TWO TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTICS DONE. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS DUE TO THE RANDOM NATURE OF THE SHUDDER AND HIGH COST TO REBUILD TRANSMISSION IS PROHIBITIVE FOR MANY PEOPLE DRIVING CX9S AT RISK
2017-07-18
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-31
- VIN: JM3TB38V290
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL - THIS IS RIDICULOUS. I CANNOT USE ALL 7 SEATS IN MY 7-PASSENGER VEHICLE AND THERE IS NO END IN SIGHT. PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE AND NOBODY CAN GIVE ANY REASONABLE ESTIMATES OF WHEN THEY WILL BE AVAILABLE. PLEASE ALLOW PEOPLE AFFECTED TO GO TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE FAULTY AIRBAGS REMOVED/DISCONNECTED UNTIL PARTS ARE AVAILABLE. WE NEED TO BE ABLE TO USE OUR VEHICLES FULLY.
2017-07-17
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-15
- VIN: JM3TB38V590
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH WITH THE SUN ROOF OPENED AND THE SHADE PULLED BACK 3/4 OF THE WAY, THE SUN ROOF FRACTURED UNEXPECTEDLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS OCCUPIED BY THE OWNER, A PASSENGER (WIFE), AND TWO CHILDREN UNDER THE AGES OF 8. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER (OPEN ROAD MAZDA OF MORRISTOWN, 108 RIDGEDALE AVE, MORRISTOWN, NJ 07960) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THEY WOULD NOT COVER THE COST OF THE SUN ROOF. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY WERE AWARE OF THE FAILURE; HOWEVER, THERE WAS NO RECALL OR FAILURE BEING INVESTIGATED. THE MANUFACTURER ALSO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND PROVIDED NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 125,000.
2017-06-06
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-06
- VIN: JM3TB38V890
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V356000 (AIR BAGS) OVER A YEAR AGO. THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED A LOCAL DEALER (PUTMAN MAZDA LOCATED ON 65 CALIFORNIA DR, BURLINGAME, CA (650) 558-5685) WHO STATED THAT THE RECALL PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE AND ADDED HER NAME TO A WAIT LISTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AS THE WAIT TIME WAS OVER AN HOUR WHEN THE CONTACT TRIED TO CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2017-05-15
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-15
- VIN: JM3TB28A990
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKE FUNCTION AND THE BRAKE PEDAL BECAME VERY STIFF AND DIFFICULT TO DEPRESS. THE CONTACT HAD TO USE BOTH FEET TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE COASTING TOWARDS ONCOMING TRAFFIC. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE SAFELY. PREVIOUSLY, THE CONTACT HAD THE POWER BOOSTER SYSTEM REPAIRED. THREE MONTHS AFTER THE INITIAL REPAIR, THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER CITING THE EXACT FAILURE THAT OCCURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
2009 Mazda Cx-9 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 7 recalls for different components of the 2009 Mazda Cx-9.
2019-10-31
- Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
- Park It: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2007-2012 CX-7, CX-9, and 2009-2012 Maza6 vehicles. These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 16V356 and 17V012.
2018-01-09
- Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
- Park It: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2013 Mazda6 and CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, unless covered in "Zone A," Mazda is recalling certain 2010 Mazda6, CX-7 and CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Additionally, unless covered in Zone A or Zone B, Mazda is recalling certain 2009 Mazda6, CX-7, and CX-9 vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F.
2017-07-18
- Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
- Park It: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2012 CX-7, CX-9 and Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Mazda is recalling certain 2009 CX-7, CX-9 and Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Mazda is recalling certain 2007-2008 CX-7 and CX-9 sold, or ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F. Note: This recall supersedes recall 17V-012.
2017-06-29
- Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
- Park It: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Mazda6, and 2007-2011 CX-7 and CX-9 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F. Note: This recall supersedes recall 16V356 and all vehicles that were not remedied under that campaign are now covered by this one.
2015-07-20
- Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
- Summary: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 CX-9 vehicles manufactured October 24, 2006, to December 28, 2013. The affected vehicles have front suspension ball joints that may corrode from water leaking into the fitting.
- Consequence: Over time, the ball joint corrosion may result in the front lower control arm separating from the ball joint, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both the left and right lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2015. The recall will begin with model year 2007-2009 vehicles registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington D.C., West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The second phase will be for model year 2010-2014 vehicles in the same states. Finally, all remaining vehicles will be remedied. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 8515G.
2009-04-02
- Manufacturer: THULE, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: THULE, INC. IS RECALLING 2,323 OWNER-INSTALLED ROOF-MOUNTED FIT KITS, MODELS 3068 AND 3069, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2008 AND FEBRUARY 28, 2009 THAT ARE USED WITH THULE PODIUM FOOT PACKS, MODELS 460 AND 460R. THESE FIT KITS WERE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BOLT(S) USED TO SECURE THE FOOT TO THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED TO A HARDNESS THAT MAY CAUSE THE BOLT(S) TO BE BRITTLE AND POTENTIALLY BREAK UNDER STRESS.
- Consequence: THIS MAY RESULT IN THE BOLT(S) SNAPPING OFF DURING USE OR WITHOUT A LOAD. THE UNSECURED RACK AND LOAD CAN THEN COME LOOSE WHILE DRIVING CREATING A POTENTIAL ROAD HAZARD, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: THULE WILL MAIL A RETRO FIT KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS TO OWNERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE APRIL 13, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THULE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-238-2388.
2009-02-23
- Manufacturer: MAZDA MOTOR CORP
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
- Summary: MAZDA IS RECALLING 30,600 MY 2007-2009 CX9 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER ADJUSTABLE SEAT WITH POSITION MEMORY FUNCTION. THE SEAT HARNESS ROUTED UNDERNEATH THE SEAT CUSHION MAY INTERFERE WITH THE FRONT COVER BRACKET WHICH IS ATTACHED ON THE FRONT SIDE OF THE SEAT CUSHION. DUE TO THIS THE COVERING OF THE SEAT HARNESS MAY BE DAMAGED, THE CORE WIRE OF THE HARNESS MAY TOUCH WITH THE BRACKET AND RESULT IN SHORT CIRCUIT.
- Consequence: DRIVERS WILL EXPERIENCE CERTAIN FUNCTIONS THAT ARE UNCONTROLLABLE WHICH WILL CAUSE SERIOUS DIFFICULTIES IN DRIVING INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SEAT HARNESS AND FASTEN THE SEAT FRAME WITH A CABLE TIE. THE HARNESS COVERING WILL BE REPAIR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE MARCH 16, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
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Jul 7, 2012 ... I ran the scanner to see what code it would pull and I am getting code U0100. What could cause these problems/codes and lights?
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Reinhold Gorczany 2024-11-27
So far so good! It's only been a month, but I'm really happy with my decision not to get the Highlander. The Mazda feels more agile and less truck-like to me. I haven't experienced any buyer's remorse yet, and I'm hopeful that the reliability will be just as good as Toyota and Honda.
Kyler Wunsch 2024-11-14
After driving 5500 miles, I must say that the CX-9 has been an excellent choice for my family. Even the third row seats are comfortable for short trips. The acceleration and handling of this 7 passenger SUV are outstanding. The interior design is on par with that of Acura and Audi. I test drove the Acura MDX, Honda Pilot, and Toyota Highlander, and while they were all nice, the Mazda stood out for its combination of price, design, size, and performance. In short, I enjoy driving it and my wife loves the design and space it provides for our children.
Hobart Ernser 2024-10-15
Congratulations on your growing family! We understand the need for a larger vehicle and it sounds like you made a great choice with the CX-9 GT AWD. Its spacious interior, great handling, and stylish exterior make it a perfect fit for your family's needs. We're glad to hear that you're enjoying the comfortable ride and the fun driving experience. Plus, it's always a bonus to have a vehicle that looks as good as it performs. Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us!
Thaddeus Koss 2024-09-28
If you're on a budget, the Acura MDX is a great option that offers luxury-level features and utility at an affordable price. While the fuel economy may not be the most impressive in its class, it's still a great choice. I can honestly say that this large CUV is pretty fun to drive and easily comparable to my 05 Murano, even though it's bigger.
Bertrand Waelchi 2024-09-28
Between the 09 Honda Pilot and the CX9, I ultimately chose the CX9 due to its price and features. It's been a joy to drive - smooth, comfortable, and quiet. The brakes are really nice, and even after 4 months without cleaning, there's minimal brake dust. So far, I haven't had any problems. I previously owned a Durango, so the CX9 sits a bit lower, but it's still a great choice.