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2023 Mazda CX-9

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2023 Mazda CX-9
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:58:18.057Z

Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mazda CX-9 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2023 highlighted. 2007: 67 complaints 2007 2008: 172 complaints 2009: 59 complaints 2010: 162 complaints 2010 2011: 170 complaints 2012: 221 complaints 2013: 68 complaints 2013 2014: 54 complaints 2015: 35 complaints 2016: 103 complaints 2016 2017: 61 complaints 2018: 124 complaints 2019: 51 complaints 2019 2020: 19 complaints 2021: 34 complaints 2022: 9 complaints 2022 2023: 12 complaints 2023
2023: 12 complaints
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YearComplaints
200767
2008172
200959
2010162
2011170
2012221
201368
201454
201535
2016103
201761
2018124
201951
202019
202134
20229
202312

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

2 of 12 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH
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The contact owns a 2023 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH, the steering wheel was seized and the brake pedal stiffened. The contact stated as a result of the failure, the vehicle crashed into a ditch and crashed into a tree.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231207

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

2 of 12 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance.

CRASH INJURY
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On February 9, 2026, our 2023 Mazda CX‑9 experienced a sudden and complete system malfunction while being driven. Multiple system failures began approximately six minutes before the crash.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260211

I was approaching Breezewood, Pa coming south on 70 into town from Hagerstown. Traffic comes to a stop awaiting a light that stops the highway traffic before allowing people to proceed through Breezewood and then continue on 70 out of town.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230414

CHEST CLIP, BUCKLE, HARNESS

2 of 12 total reports mention: chest clip, buckle, harness.

TIRES

1 of 12 total reports mentions: tires.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2023 Mazda CX-9 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2021 ▲ 2015 ● 2019

WORST YEARS

■ 2012 ■ 2008 ■ 2011

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FAQ

Is the 2023 Mazda CX-9 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Mazda CX-9?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2023 Mazda CX-9 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.