2007 Mazda CX-7 vs 2007 Toyota RAV4
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 Mazda CX-7 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 528 | 1,004 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 14 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 251 | 309 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 53 |
| Fire reports | 30 | 37 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-7 | Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 112 | 195 |
| Steering | 20 | 271 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 206 | 41 |
| Air Bags | 102 | 99 |
| Suspension | 59 | 125 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 101 |
| Power Train | 53 | 53 |
| Electrical System | 29 | 76 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 36 | 34 |
| Loss of power | 29 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 27 | 29 |
| Clunking / rattling | 21 | 138 |
| Airbag warning light | 17 | 29 |
| Steering problems | 9 | 28 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 29 |
2007 Mazda CX-7
2007 Toyota RAV4
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.