2019 MAZDA CX-9 Problems & Recalls
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Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump ...
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 CX-9 vehicles equipped with Sumitomo Falken ZIEX CT50 A/S tires, size P255/50R20 104V, having date code 1619. An incorrect rubber com...
The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that a State Inspection was performed on the windshield for cracks. The contact stated that while driving in the rain, the front windshield wipers turned on independently with the switch in the off position. The contact was unable to turn off th...
Mileage: 56,199
The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that a State Inspection was performed on the windshield for cracks. The contact stated that while driving in the rain, the front windshield wipers turned on independently with the switch in the off position. The contact was unable to turn off th...
Mileage: 56,199
1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? ANSWER: Engine failure due to overheating. 2. safety & indicators: ANSWER: During evening rush hour traffic on a 3 lane highway my car went into a form of engine power saving mode while i had chil...
I am reporting a serious safety issue involving a defective suspension part (lower control arm) manufactured by Dorman and purchased from an online auto parts retailer. On October 7, 2024, I ordered a Dorman lower control arm for my vehicle and had it professionally installed on November 7, 2024 at...
While driving on highway I get a message on my dashboard "High Engine Temperature/Engine Output may be limited" warning message. I pullover and see that the cooland is low. I wait for thee car to cool down and fill with coolant. After 5 minutes of driving, get the same message on dash. I had car tow...
Vehicle jumps while driving. And sometimes stalls.
Failed water pump, blown head gasket, major coolant leak, and warped head causing the vehicle to overheat and die when coming to a stop. Vehicle died when stopped in construction on a highway and we were nearly rear-ended. Vehicle never showed check engine light and temperature gauge never showed th...
Failed water pump, blown head gasket, major coolant leak, and warped head causing the vehicle to overheat and die when coming to a stop. Vehicle died when stopped in construction on a highway and we were nearly rear-ended. Vehicle never showed check engine light and temperature gauge never showed th...
Car coolant warning light came on for a short time 5 min after starting car, then would go off. During severely cold days it would come on then go off once the car was warm. On 2/25/25 the coolant warning light appeared and stayed on. The car made loud rickety noise, as it warmed up. After driving 2...
I was backing out of a parking spot while watching the backup camera when I felt a bump as if I hit something but the camera was showing I have enough space to the cars behind me. It turns out the backup camera image was frozen on the display and I had hit a car parked behind my car. Please investig...
2019 CX-9 GT, 30K miles, in August found coolant leaking under the car. This was 5 months past the warranty (but only 30K miles!). After doing research online, I found this is a massively common issue with all engines from several years encompassing 2019, where the coolant leaks due to a cracked cy...
My 2019 Mazda CX9 when you turn the steering wheel it makes a clicking noise. I brought car to a mechanic and was told there is a loose bolt in steering column. Mazda has a TSB bulletin on this issue TSB# 06-001/24 dated 01/23/2024. When I brought car to Palisades Mazda two other customers on line ...
I have a coolant leak that I have not been able to locate. Despite replacing the radiator, the leak persists. When I contacted the dealer to inquire about estimates for changing the water pump and timing chain, they advised that it would be more cost-effective to replace the entire engine, which wou...
I have a coolant leak that I have not been able to locate. Despite replacing the radiator, the leak persists. When I contacted the dealer to inquire about estimates for changing the water pump and timing chain, they advised that it would be more cost-effective to replace the entire engine, which wou...
2019 Mazda CX-9 Coolant Leak. 1st warning light just discovered on June 10, 2024. Dealership quoted not under warranty and will cost $14,000 to replace engine. Mazda has an open TSB Technical Service Bulletin for this and many other Mazda's with the same engine- TSB-Coolant Leaks at Cylinder Heads...
Started with rough idle then got overheating msg on dashboard. After the diagnostics they found cracked cylinder head and quoted $6000 for replacement. Called Mazda USA and they denied our claim. Car is under 5yrs old & around 74k. While working on the car they noticed the turbo needed it to be reb...
In June of 2022, Mazda issued a TSB for an engine flaw that cause coolant to leak in to the engine and significant overheating occurred. This overheating causes the head to warp. The TSB states that the only repair for this is a newer model engine. This happened to my Mazda CX9 and quite a few more...
Have been making repairs back to back since I bought it had to do four oil changes within that year then tires were completely worn electrical problems kept freezing spark plugs completely burnt discs were really rust car automatically turned off even though the battery is still good and still had g...
Have been making repairs back to back since I bought it had to do four oil changes within that year then tires were completely worn electrical problems kept freezing spark plugs completely burnt discs were really rust car automatically turned off even though the battery is still good and still had g...
Have been making repairs back to back since I bought it had to do four oil changes within that year then tires were completely worn electrical problems kept freezing spark plugs completely burnt discs were really rust car automatically turned off even though the battery is still good and still had g...
Large crack in cylinder head
My car has a 60/40 split adjustable-type second-row seat and the driver side of the 60/40 split-bench second row seat has been sliding forward during braking despite being seemingly locked in place. Apparently, a similar issue was the subject of a safety recall for 2020/2021 Mazda CX-9s (5221I). I h...
I entered my vehicle one day to find what looked to be cracks in the top left hand corner of my center display infotainment screen. However, they appeared to be internal and could not be felt. After doing some research, I came across Service Alert SA-008/18 from Mazda which covered this issue on 201...
Mazda has an open TSB Technical Service Bulletin for this and many other Mazda's with the same engine- TSB-Collant Leaks at Cylinder Heads, Bulletin # - 01-013/21 issued 10/15/21 (CRACKED CYLINDER HEADS) My 2019 Mazda is right here on the list: Mazda Dealer claims I have to replace the engine at ...
The car has only 41k miles on it and the engine warning light came on. I had the car towed to Mazda and now it won’t start and it needs a new engine. (Which is on back order for months). It is covered under the powertrain warranty but does me no good if I’m without a vehicle, and making car paym...
The contact’s husband owns a 2019 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for a diagnostic test, she was informed that the head gasket was cracked, and fluids were leaking into the engine. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. Additionally, the message “Ex...
Mileage: 62,756
The contact’s husband owns a 2019 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for a diagnostic test, she was informed that the head gasket was cracked, and fluids were leaking into the engine. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. Additionally, the message “Ex...
Mileage: 62,756
Severe spider cracking on infotainment screen - the same as a recall for earlier Mazdas but worse than any of the pictures I've seen online. the entire left edge and both corners on the right side. It started when the weather turned cold in December 2022 and grew throughout the Winter. I'm worried...
Internal Cracks in Mazda Connect Center Display. There was a "Notification of Warranty Extension Program- Special Service Program (SSP)" dated May 6, 2020.
The engine is leaking coolant i will be putting a 3rd motor in this car due to other 2 motor also have a coolant leaking and running hot i have contact mazda and would not stand behind there car
On the last week of May, my car started experiencing sputtering and stalling out problems. I made an appointment at Mazda dealership for june 6th.meantime my husband checked all fluids and coolant was low so we topped up. Car was being driven very limited due to safety concerns. Then While driving o...
On the last week of May, my car started experiencing sputtering and stalling out problems. I made an appointment at Mazda dealership for june 6th.meantime my husband checked all fluids and coolant was low so we topped up. Car was being driven very limited due to safety concerns. Then While driving o...
On the last week of May, my car started experiencing sputtering and stalling out problems. I made an appointment at Mazda dealership for june 6th.meantime my husband checked all fluids and coolant was low so we topped up. Car was being driven very limited due to safety concerns. Then While driving o...
The engine developed a sudden coolant leak on the rear of the engine. A warning comes up stating that the car could overheat and lose power. After a few minutes and no sign of the car overheating, the car loses power and slows down on its own. The car has not yet been seen by the dealer or a repa...
The engine developed a sudden coolant leak on the rear of the engine. A warning comes up stating that the car could overheat and lose power. After a few minutes and no sign of the car overheating, the car loses power and slows down on its own. The car has not yet been seen by the dealer or a repa...
My 2019 Mazda CX-9 Signature has developed a coolant leak at the back side of the engine that is consistent with Mazda TSB 01-013/21. Coolant leaks down onto the oil filter and the exhaust where it's burned off. Currently, I can drive the vehicle, but I need to refill the radiator and coolant rese...
Vehicle infotainment screen is developing a spider crack which its expanding over time; screen won't be usable in the future and/or may crack completely at any moment. Mazda is aware (Service Alert No.: SA-008/18 and Campaign SSPB9) and unwilling to replace/repair the faulty display, car is from 201...
Vehicle infotainment screen is developing a spider crack which its expanding over time; screen won't be usable in the future and/or may crack completely at any moment. Mazda is aware (Service Alert No.: SA-008/18 and Campaign SSPB9) and unwilling to replace/repair the faulty display, car is from 201...
The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that the infotainment display screen had developed internal spider cracks and while operating the vehicle, the back over prevention camera image was very distorted and difficult to see. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who stated that t...
Mileage: 28,000
The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that the infotainment display screen had developed internal spider cracks and while operating the vehicle, the back over prevention camera image was very distorted and difficult to see. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who stated that t...
Mileage: 28,000
Internal (growing) spider cracks on center displays. The cracks are internal and cannot be felt by touch. Visibility risk when trying to use the backup camera. This problem is known by Mazda and they've issued a service alert (attached) for Models 2016-2018 but for some reason excluded 2019. Current...
Internal (growing) spider cracks on center displays. The cracks are internal and cannot be felt by touch. Visibility risk when trying to use the backup camera. This problem is known by Mazda and they've issued a service alert (attached) for Models 2016-2018 but for some reason excluded 2019. Current...
I was driving down the street with my foot in the gas going about 35mph. No cars in front or behind me. All of the sudden my car brakes for no reason. It was a hard brake. My foot was on the gas pedal when this happened. Then a bunch of warnings displayed on my screen: forward smart city brake malfu...
I was driving down the street with my foot in the gas going about 35mph. No cars in front or behind me. All of the sudden my car brakes for no reason. It was a hard brake. My foot was on the gas pedal when this happened. Then a bunch of warnings displayed on my screen: forward smart city brake malfu...
I was driving down the street with my foot in the gas going about 35mph. No cars in front or behind me. All of the sudden my car brakes for no reason. It was a hard brake. My foot was on the gas pedal when this happened. Then a bunch of warnings displayed on my screen: forward smart city brake malfu...
The coolant was leaking due to a crack in cylinder. The car overheated and the coolant leaked into the engine. Mazda refuses to identify this as an ongoing issue with the Mazda turbo skyactiv models
The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle, she noticed that there was a spider web crack on the center display screen. The contact stated that the failure affected the rearview camera image. The dealer was notified of the failure but did not provide any as...
Mileage: 40,000
*Internal spider cracks on connect center displays. The cracks are internal and cannot be felt by touch. *unable to use gps screen, screen randomly changes sometimes *problem has been confirmed my dealer *mazda has issued a bulletin for the issue but won’t cover full cost of repairs
The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH on the interstate, the passenger’s side rear wheel well trim molding detached. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and the contact was informed that the wheel well trim molding would be replaced. The parts were not yet...
Mileage: 21,820
2019 Mazda CX-9 GT Infotainment Screen is spidering / cracking in the upper right-hand corner making it difficult to see information on the screen. This appears to be an ongoing problem with the design / components of the infotainment screen. I note a May 2020 TSB / Dealer Notification campaign whic...
The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling at a red light the dash board warning lights suddenly activated and illuminated and while driving the vehicle would not properly accelerate. Shortly after parking in the driveway and exiting the vehicle moments ...
Mileage: 61,000
Hi, I have a 2019 Mazda CX-9. It is a certified pre-owned vehicle we purchased in October 2020. Upon going out to our car yesterday, June 12th, 20212, I noticed that the top left of the center console screen appeared to be damaged. I was perplexed because the car was locked and it wasn't there pr...
Hi, I have a 2019 Mazda CX-9. It is a certified pre-owned vehicle we purchased in October 2020. Upon going out to our car yesterday, June 12th, 20212, I noticed that the top left of the center console screen appeared to be damaged. I was perplexed because the car was locked and it wasn't there pr...
The front end especially on the drivers side front suspension. The noise seems to be coming from the control arms and ball joints area. I have reported this to the dealership many times since purchasing the vehicle new. They continue to say that there is no issue but the noise is not going away. I b...
multiple batteries replaced, after sitting for 24 hours the vehicle will not start. Believed to be the power liftgate module
The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated while driving 15 mph, she heard an abnormal noise. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage...
Mileage: 25,000
UNABLE TO SEE THROUGH THE BACKUP CAMERA WHEN RAINING. IN MOTION AND STATIONARY.
Mileage: 400
MAZDA SMART BRAKING SYSTEM, FRONT RADAR WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AFTER CAR IS STARTED. WINDSHIELD AND FRONT EMBLEM IS CLEAN. NO INTENSE HEAT. COMES ON EVERY TIME WHEN STARTED. WILL NOT ALLOW CRUISE CONTROL TO BE SET. SOMETIMES A FUNNY BRAKE PEDAL FEEL WHEN APPLIED BUT DOES NOT BRAKE BY ITSELF....YET....
Mileage: 40,000
MAZDA SMART BRAKING SYSTEM, FRONT RADAR WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AFTER CAR IS STARTED. WINDSHIELD AND FRONT EMBLEM IS CLEAN. NO INTENSE HEAT. COMES ON EVERY TIME WHEN STARTED. WILL NOT ALLOW CRUISE CONTROL TO BE SET. SOMETIMES A FUNNY BRAKE PEDAL FEEL WHEN APPLIED BUT DOES NOT BRAKE BY ITSELF....YET....
Mileage: 40,000
MAZDA SMART BRAKING SYSTEM, FRONT RADAR WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AFTER CAR IS STARTED. WINDSHIELD AND FRONT EMBLEM IS CLEAN. NO INTENSE HEAT. COMES ON EVERY TIME WHEN STARTED. WILL NOT ALLOW CRUISE CONTROL TO BE SET. SOMETIMES A FUNNY BRAKE PEDAL FEEL WHEN APPLIED BUT DOES NOT BRAKE BY ITSELF....YET....
Mileage: 40,000
SOUL RED METALLIC PAINT EXCESSIVE CHIPPING. *TR
Mileage: 15,000
SOUL RED METALLIC PAINT EXCESSIVE CHIPPING. *TR
Mileage: 15,000
2019 MAZDA CX-9 SOUL RED, PAINT CHIPPING UNDER 30,000 MILES. NORMAL CAR DRIVING THIS SHOULD NOT CHIP. NOT SURE IF THEIR IS A DEFECT IN THE PAINT.
Mileage: 29,250
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S COMPUTER AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE DID NOT ENGAGE, THE LANE ASSIST DISENGAGED AND STEERED THE VEHICLE INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND A DITCH, AND THE LANE DEPARTURE FEATURE FAILED...
Mileage: 100
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE IN ORDER TO PARALLEL PARK THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT AXLE FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE TO BEND INWARDLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO GARDEN CITY MAZDA (LOCATED AT 209 NORTH FRANKLIN ST, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550, 516-292-7827) ...
Mileage: 10,600
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE IN ORDER TO PARALLEL PARK THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT AXLE FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE TO BEND INWARDLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO GARDEN CITY MAZDA (LOCATED AT 209 NORTH FRANKLIN ST, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550, 516-292-7827) ...
Mileage: 10,600
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT IMPACT OR WARNING. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED JEFF HASS MAZDA (11222 KATY FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77043, (713) 568-4256) AND WAS INFORMED THAT A ROCK MAY HAVE STRUCK THE SUN ROO...
Mileage: 10,263