2009 Mazda CX-7 vs 2011 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 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2011 Mazda CX-7 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 64 | 153 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 240 | 241 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 19–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 53,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-7 | Mazda CX-7 |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 19 | 51 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 42 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 38 |
| Steering | 5 | 16 |
| Engine | 12 | 5 |
| Power Train | 3 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2009 Mazda CX-7
2011 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.