2011 Mazda CX-7 vs 2012 Mazda CX-7
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 | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | 2012 Mazda CX-7 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 153 | 39 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 241 | 231 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-7 | Mazda CX-7 |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 51 | 14 |
| Air Bags | 42 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 38 | 7 |
| Steering | 16 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 5 |
| Power Train | 7 | 1 |
| Engine | 5 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
2011 Mazda CX-7
2012 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.