2008 Mazda CX-7 vs 2009 Mazda CX-7
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 191 | 64 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 241 | 240 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 61,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-7 | Mazda CX-7 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 53 | 16 |
| Suspension | 40 | 19 |
| Engine | 44 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 40 | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 | 4 |
| Power Train | 14 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 2 |
| Steering | 8 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
2008 Mazda CX-7
2009 Mazda CX-7
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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.