2008 Mazda CX-7
This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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 | 152 |
| 2012 | 39 |
| 2013 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
27% of complaints: air bags — 51 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
NOV. 2015 I WAS INVOLVED IN A ACCIDENT ON I435 IN WHICH THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WHICH I INHALED THE GAS, WHICH DISORIENTED ME FOR AWHILE. AFTER REGAINING MY SENSES DISCOVERED MY VEHICLE WAS TOTALED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171101
23% of complaints: engine — 44 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 4, 2015, I WAS DRIVING MY 2008 MAZDA CX-7 AND I STOPPED AT A STOPLIGHT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150127
19% of complaints: suspension — 37 distinct reports on file.
14% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 27 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
ON MY WAY TO WORK I GLANCED IN MY REARVIEW MIRROR AND NOTICED WHITE SMOKE COMING OUT FROM BEHIND MY CAR. I LOOKED AT MY GAUGES AND NOTICED THAT MY BATTERY LIGHT WAS ON AND MY TEMPERATURE GAUGE WAS ALL THE WAY ON HOT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120824
PURCHASED VEHICLE IN 1/2008. 2008 MAZDA CX-7 WE TOOK A TRIP FROM SALT LAKE CITY, UT TO LAS VEGAS, NV THE WEEKEND OF MAY 1-3, 208.
NHTSA ODI report, 20090624
7% of complaints: exterior lighting — 14 distinct reports on file.
FIRESAFETY 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
2008 Mazda CX-7 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (51 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (44 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (37 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 2008 Mazda CX-7 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Mazda CX-7 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mazda CX-7?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Mazda CX-7 have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.