2007 Mazda CX-7
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 528 |
| 2008 | 191 |
| 2009 | 64 |
| 2010 | 155 |
| 2011 | 153 |
| 2012 | 39 |
| 2013 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
40% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 212 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cooling system and engine.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
IN NOVEMBER OF 2012 MY FAMILY WAS DRIVING HOME FROM SEATTLE, WA TO SAN DIEGO, CA. WHEN WE WERE DRIVING WE SMELLED BURNING RUBBER SO PULLED OVER TO SEE IF WE COULD SEE SOMETHING WRONG UNDER THE HOOD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130113
I WANTED TO REPORT A SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE 2007 MAZDA CX-7. THERE IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THE AC COMPRESSOR AND INSTEAD OF DOING A RECALL ON THE PRODUCT THEY EXTENDED THE WARRANTY TO 5 YEARS OR 60,000 MILES (INSTEAD OF 32,000 MILES).
NHTSA ODI report, 20121203
WE HAVE A 2007 MAZDA CX-7. WE WERE DRIVING HOME FROM CAMPING AND STARTED TO SMELL THIS HORRIBLE BURNING RUBBER SMELL COMING FROM THE TRUCK. AFTER A FEW MINS I STARTED SEEING SMOKE COMING FROM THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE HOOD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20090818
21% of complaints: engine — 112 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I AM HAVING ISSUES WITH MY ENGINE LIGHT ON AND MY CAR HAVING PROBLEMS WITH A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE AS WELL AS SOMETIMES SHAKING WHILE STOP IN A LIGHT FOR A WHILE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171104
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
WHILE DRIVING THE CAR THE AC COMPRESSOR MADE A NOISE AND CEASED TO WORK. I NOTICED A STRANGE SMELL COMING FROM THE CAR FOLLOWED BY SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121022
20% of complaints: air bags — 103 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing side/window and frontal.
CRASH FIRE INJURY11% of complaints: suspension — 59 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rear and front.
CRASH FIRE INJURY10% of complaints: power train — 53 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveline.
FIRE INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
THULE, INC. IS RECALLING 2,323 OWNER-INSTALLED ROOF-MOUNTED FIT KITS, MODELS 3068 AND 3069, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2008 AND FEBRUARY 28, 2009 THAT ARE USED WITH THULE PODIUM FOOT PACKS, MODEL
Remedy: THULE WILL MAIL A RETRO FIT KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS TO OWNERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE APRIL 13, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THULE TOLL-FREE AT 1-8
Campaign 09E011000 — check if this car was fixed
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Mazda6, and 2007-2011 CX-7 and CX-9 vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge.
Campaign 17V429000 — check if this car was fixed
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7 vehicles manufactured February 14, 2006, to May 9, 2012. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the front suspension ball joint fittings.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front lower control arms, free of charge.
Campaign 16V593000 — check if this car was fixed
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2012 CX-7, CX-9 and Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico,...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge.
Campaign 17V457000 — check if this car was fixed
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2007-2012 CX-7, CX-9, and 2009-2012 Maza6 vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2019.
Campaign 19V782000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Mazda CX-7 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (212 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (112 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (103 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09E011000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V429000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V593000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V457000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V782000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 Mazda CX-7 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Mazda CX-7 is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mazda CX-7?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Mazda CX-7 have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.