2016 Mazda CX-9 vs 2018 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 | 2016 Mazda CX-9 | 2018 Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 103 | 125 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 612 | 469 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–24 | 23–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 40,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-9 | Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 64 | 73 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 11 |
| Power Train | 9 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 5 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 4 |
| Structure | 4 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 37 | 54 |
| Stalling | 10 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 5 |
2016 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.