2014 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 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Mazda CX-9 | 2016 Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 54 | 103 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 275 | 612 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 23–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 59,800 mi | 40,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-9 | Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 64 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 11 |
| Power Train | 7 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 14 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 7 |
| Suspension | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 3 | 3 |
| Structure | 2 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 6 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 37 |
| Stalling | 0 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 7 |
2014 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.