2015 Mazda CX-9 vs 2016 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 | 2015 Mazda CX-9 | 2016 Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 35 | 103 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 245 | 612 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 23–24 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 40,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-9 | Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 17 | 64 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 11 |
| Power Train | 3 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 3 |
| Seats | 1 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 37 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 7 |
2015 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.