NHTSA has 61 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Mazda CX-9[1]. NHTSA lists no crash or fire reports among them[1].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups in the stories we read, biggest first.
- Engine. 43 complaints[3]. Owners describe warning lights, coolant leaks, overheating on the road, and repair bills after an engine failure.
- Unknown or other. 9 complaints[4]. These do not fit a single named part, so the details vary.
- Fuel and propulsion. 6 complaints[5]. Owners describe the car cutting out while driving, trouble restarting, and a fuel pump that needed repair.
- Suspension. 4 complaints[6]. Owners describe clunks and knocks from the front and rear over bumps and when stopping.
- Power train. 4 complaints[7]. Owners describe overheating and loss of power on the highway, tied to coolant loss.
- Wheels, forward collision avoidance, and electrical. 2 complaints each[8][9][10].
Recalls
NHTSA's records show 0 recalls for the 2017 CX-9[11].
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
Safety ratings
NHTSA lists these versions as not rated: SUV AWD[13], SUV FWD[14].
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2017 Mazda CX-9 with 2.5L 4-cylinder[15] | 227 hp |
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
How 2017 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 86 | 5 |
| 2008 | 172 | 5 |
| 2009 | 59 | 6 |
| 2010 | 195 | 6 |
| 2011 | 170 | 4 |
| 2012 | 221 | 4 |
| 2013 | 68 | 4 |
| 2014 | 54 | 3 |
| 2015 | 35 | 2 |
| 2016 | 107 | 0 |
| 2017 | 61 | 0 |
| 2018 | 128 | 2 |
| 2019 | 53 | 2 |
| 2020 | 19 | 1 |
| 2021 | 40 | 1 |
| 2022 | 11 | 0 |
| 2023 | 13 | 0 |
NHTSA's counts for the CX-9 show 61 complaints and 0 recalls for 2017[11]. Among the 17 model years listed, 8 have fewer complaints than 2017 and 8 have more[11]. The fewest complaints are for 2022 (11) and the most are for 2012 (221)[11]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2017 CX-9?
The complaint record for this model year centers on the engine group[3]. Other groups are much smaller[4][5]. The reports are unverified, and one complaint can name several parts[1]. NHTSA lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries in these reports[1]. Check the recalls and by-year sections on this page, and have a mechanic look over any used one you plan to buy.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mazda CX-9?
- The engine group has the most complaints[3]. Owners describe coolant leaks and overheating. Smaller groups cover fuel, suspension, and power train[5][6][7].
- Does the 2017 Mazda CX-9 have recalls?
- See the Recalls section on this page for the full list. The by-year fact shows the count in our data[11].
- How reliable is the 2017 Mazda CX-9?
- Owners filed 61 complaints with NHTSA[1]. The engine group is the largest[3]. These reports are unverified and are not adjusted for sales.
- What is the gas mileage of the 2017 Mazda CX-9?
- See the fuel economy section on this page.
- Is the 2017 a good year for the Mazda CX-9?
- See the by-year comparison on this page. It lays out complaints and recalls for each year[11].
Keep exploring
Other model years of the Mazda CX-9
Compare all model years of the Mazda CX-9
Other Mazda models from 2017
Similar cars from 2017: small suvs
Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 61 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Mazda CX-9 (0 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 0 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA rating for CX-9 2WD, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 28 highway / 24 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 43 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 9 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 6 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 4 complaints name the suspension component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 4 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the wheels component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 2 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Mazda CX-9 model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for CX-9 4WD, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 20 city / 26 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2017 Mazda CX-9 with 2.5L 4-cylinder: rated 227 hp. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, CX-9 4DR SUV AWD: length 200 in, width 78 in, height 68 in, wheelbase 115 in, curb weight 4,341 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, CX-9 4DR SUV FWD: length 200 in, width 78 in, height 68 in, wheelbase 115 in, curb weight 4,050 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov