2010 Mazda CX-9 vs 2011 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 | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | 2011 Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 195 | 170 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 277 | 294 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 19 |
| Median reported mileage | 77,500 mi | 74,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-9 | Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 88 | 97 |
| Power Train | 23 | 25 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 22 |
| Engine | 23 | 15 |
| Suspension | 16 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 5 |
| Steering | 4 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 14 | 14 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2010 Mazda CX-9
2011 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.