The Lemon Index2017 Mazda CX-9.
The 2017 Mazda CX-9 is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 4 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 15, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about suspension, it has 0 recalls, and it gets 23 to 24 mpg combined. It's the best Mazda CX-9 year we track.
One of the most reliable. 6.7× fewer complaints than average.
Worst year 2012
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 61 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Mazda CX-9 year. 2017 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 20K to 52K miles on the car (5 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 0
No safety recalls on record.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Mazda told dealers about
Mazda sent dealers 513 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- One of the following advanced keyless entry system malfunctions: (1) key fob
- When dealing with customer complaints of excessive condensation and/or water within the…
- One or both of the following noises from the front suspension: 1
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda CX-9 SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Mazda CX-9 SUV FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2700–2800 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Body paint is very thin and is chipping. Wheels coating is peeling off and chipping. And the seat heaters are very hot, almost burning even on the lowest setting.
2017 Mazda CX-9 owner · NHTSA complaint 11299462
More owner reports
Hearing a knocking noise every time I hit an uneven pavement and bump on front suspensions. Also there is a knockick sound coming from back everytime I break or starts to accelerate from long stop.
NHTSA complaint 11142972
Quick answers
Is the 2017 Mazda CX-9 reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 6.7× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 15; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2017 Mazda CX-9 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are suspension (50%), seats (25%) and body structure (25%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2017 Mazda CX-9 have?
None: NHTSA has no safety recalls on record for it.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Mazda CX-9 get?
23 to 24 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Does the 2017 Mazda CX-9 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2017 Mazda CX-9 cost in fuel a year?
About $2700 to $2800 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2017 Mazda CX-9 have?
2.5L 4-cyl.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works