2008 Mazda CX-9 vs 2009 Mazda CX-9
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | 2009 Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 172 | 59 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 261 | 258 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 17–18 |
| Median reported mileage | 104,000 mi | 85,850 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-9 | Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 55 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 28 | 16 |
| Service Brakes | 23 | 17 |
| Power Train | 27 | 6 |
| Steering | 19 | 2 |
| Wheels | 16 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
2008 Mazda CX-9
2009 Mazda CX-9
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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.