2016 Mazda CX-9 problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 99 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Mazda CX-9, filed between 2016-08-04 and 2025-11-03. The most common problem areas are the engine (61, 62%), electrical system (14, 14%) and service brakes (11, 11%). Owners reported 3 crashes, 1 fire and 3 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 0 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2016 Mazda CX-9 complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 61 | 62% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 14 | 14% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 11 | 11% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 9 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Seats | 3 | 3% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 61 complaints
- 61 complaints of 99 (62%) name the engine.
- 5 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Mazda CX-9 covers this system.
Electrical system: 14 complaints
- 14 complaints of 99 (14%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 5 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Mazda CX-9 covers this system.
Service brakes: 11 complaints
- 11 complaints of 99 (11%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 3 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Mazda CX-9 covers this system.
Power train: 9 complaints
- 9 complaints of 99 (9%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 4 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Mazda CX-9 covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 99 (7%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 3 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Mazda CX-9 covers this system.
Structure: 4 complaints
- 4 complaints of 99 (4%) name the structure — the body and frame structure.
- Owners reported 1 crash and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Mazda CX-9 covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 26 |
| 2025 | 2 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names CX-9, model year 2016. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2016 Mazda CX-9 recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mazda CX-9?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2016 Mazda CX-9's most common problem areas are the engine (61 of 99 complaints), electrical system (14 of 99 complaints) and service brakes (11 of 99 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2016 Mazda CX-9 have?
NHTSA has 99 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Mazda CX-9, including 3 reported crashes and 1 reported fire.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Mazda CX-9's problems?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2016 Mazda CX-9. Complaints alone do not trigger a free repair.