CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Mazda CX-9 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 172 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (56 reports).
2008 Mazda CX-9 recalls
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Injuring Occupants
The passenger frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles was previously replaced under an earlier recall, but the replacement uses the same design.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture in a crash that deploys the airbag.
Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture in a Crash
The passenger-side frontal air bag inflator in these vehicles can degrade over time from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Front Ball Joint Can Corrode and Lower Arm May Separate, Causing Loss of Steering
Water can leak into the front suspension ball joint fitting and cause the joint to corrode over time.
Most common 2008 Mazda CX-9 problems
Problem areas named in the 172 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 56 |
| Power Train | 28 |
| Air Bags | 28 |
| Service Brakes | 23 |
| Steering | 19 |
| Wheels | 16 |
| Electrical System | 13 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 |
| Seats | 7 |
What owners report
While driving the vehicle the brakes became hard to depress and a hissing came from my steering column, the car would not stop or respond to stop. I had to downshift to Neutral to get the speed slow enough to stop - and had passed through an intersection while in failure. I had also had symptoms I did not know at the time may be related which was at a stop at dunkins or a drive through at a stopped position - where the car would run rough the last few weeks. I thought the rough idle was gas related. I can no longer drive the vehicle and am told this is brake booster/pump issue / that other of the same parts in fords and other manufacturers are now extending customer sat programs like
It acting like it doesnât want to hold air. I have to air up my wheels every morning. Itâs only the back wheels.
Once you get to 70mph it starts shaking like if a the wheels will fall off.
In 2017 had my front control arms replaced after the driver side CV arm came off of the axle due to a recall. 5 years later (about 30k miles) the same exact situation happened now with the passenger side making a left turn. Thankfully both times I didnât cause an accident but came close due to the wheel coming off of the axle. Brought to dealership, they had to get approval from corporate for the repair. Got a call 6 days later saying corporate denied the goodwill repair due to being ânormal wear and tearâ and they told me to call corporate. Just called corporate and they say that the dealership makes that decision. I shouldnât have to pay for something that was recalled, repair
The contact owns a 2008 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, he noticed that the brakes felt loose and the braking distance had become extended while attempting to stop the vehicle. The contact stated that he heard a hissing sound while depressing the brake pedal. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the brakes failed completely while attempting to stop for a traffic signal and the vehicle rolled into the intersection. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the brake booster was malfunctionin,g and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not b
2008 Mazda CX-9 questions
Does the 2008 Mazda CX-9 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2008 Mazda CX-9: Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Injuring Occupants; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments; Passenger Air Bag Inflator May Rupture in a Crash; Front Ball Joint Can Corrode and Lower Arm May Separate, Causing Loss of Steering; Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mazda CX-9?
Based on 172 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (56), Power Train (28), Air Bags (28).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Mazda CX-9 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.