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2017 Mazda CX-9

Owner reports · Recalls · Investigations

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Owner complaints for the 2017 Mazda CX-9 do not stand out strongly from the model-year median of 61.

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What owners reported most

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When problems were reported

Mileage at the reported incident

Limited mileage data: 5 of 61 reports include usable mileage. There isn’t enough coverage to show a useful chart.

NHTSA’s mileage field refers to the reported incident, not necessarily the filing date. This shows report counts, not the likelihood of a failure.

What to inspect

Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.

  • Engine. Review the 43 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Fuel/propulsion System. Review the 6 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Power Train. Review the 4 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

0 crash reports0 fire reports0 injury reports

Engine complaints

43 reports
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Mileage unknown · Jun 15, 2022
Engine

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Cylinder head has cracked and the vehicle leaked coolant and overheated while driving leading to engine failure. Vehicle is available for inspection How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Car overheated while driv…

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What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Cylinder head has cracked and the vehicle leaked coolant and overheated while driving leading to engine failure. Vehicle is available for inspection How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Car overheated while driving leading to engine failure Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Dealer has diagnosed the problem as a cracked cylinder head Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Yes, dealer has diagnosed issue and recommended replacement Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? Engine temperature sensor went off and within seconds car was not driveable due to fluid loss

NHTSA ODI #11469416

Mileage unknown · Jan 19, 2022
Engine

Engine has serious manufacturing defects and a recall should recalled. The engine has casting issues which cause internal issues.

NHTSA ODI #11448016

Mileage unknown · Dec 18, 2021
Engine

2017 Mazda CX 9 signature engine failure at 89,000 miles. July 2021 check engine light came on, this was three months prior to failure. Was told it was a known computer issue and was charged over $200 to fix. November 2021 car started running hot while driving down the road. Red thermostat came on while driving. Was able to get…

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2017 Mazda CX 9 signature engine failure at 89,000 miles. July 2021 check engine light came on, this was three months prior to failure. Was told it was a known computer issue and was charged over $200 to fix. November 2021 car started running hot while driving down the road. Red thermostat came on while driving. Was able to get the vehicle to the Mazda dealer that has done routine service on the vehicle. Was told it needed a new engine. Called Mazda customer service and was told it is a known issue with the turbo charge engine. This is a safety risk to myself and others because it could have gave out in traffic.

NHTSA ODI #11444258

Official recalls

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NHTSA investigations

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