There are no safety recalls for the 2023 Mazda CX-9, but owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA.
2023 Mazda CX-9 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Unknown or Other | 4 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 2 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 2
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 12,100 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2023 Mazda CX-9 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Suspension · reported Sep 29, 2026
Structural bolt (p#: 9-YA01-1401-A) connecting the lower control arm assembly to subframe has rusted apart. The head of the bolt was found in my driveway, otherwise there would be no indication of this potentially catastrophic failure. Vehicle is only 3 years old, was a cpo purchase, and has just 55k miles. Underbody is clean of rust. This is 100% a defect. This is a safety issue. Old bolt will need to be extracted and replaced. Not confident in other bolts so will need to at least inspect those. Hopefully, I can update this will the repair estimate from manufacturer.
Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness · reported Jun 8, 2026
I am reporting a critical mechanical restraint failure regarding the 5-point harness crotch buckles on the Graco TrioGrow and the Graco TriRide car seats. The red button-release tension on both of these models is engineered with insufficient physical resistance. My toddler is capable of physically depressing the lower crotch buckle and completely freeing themselves while the vehicle is traveling at highway speeds. The harness was explicitly verified as tight via the pinch test and the chest clip was at armpit level, proving the failure is strictly the low force required to disengage the…
Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness · reported Jun 8, 2026
I am reporting a critical mechanical restraint failure regarding the 5-point harness crotch buckles on the Graco TrioGrow and the Graco TriRide car seats. The red button-release tension on both of these models is engineered with insufficient physical resistance. My toddler is capable of physically depressing the lower crotch buckle and completely freeing themselves while the vehicle is traveling at highway speeds. The harness was explicitly verified as tight via the pinch test and the chest clip was at armpit level, proving the failure is strictly the low force required to disengage the…
Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Feb 11, 2026
On February 9, 2026, our 2023 Mazda CXâ9 experienced a sudden and complete system malfunction while being driven. Multiple system failures began approximately six minutes before the crash. During this time, the driver reported: ⢠Total loss of steering ⢠Complete brake failure ⢠No response to acceleration or driver input ⢠No ability to slow, stop, or maneuver the vehicle ⢠No meaningful warnings that allowed corrective action The vehicle became completely uncontrollable. At the crash site, there were no skid marks, no braking evidence, and no signs of evasive action, consistent…
Service Brakes · reported Nov 15, 2025
If you press both the brake and gas at the same time (even if accidental), the onboard computer apparently thinks that the driver is confused, and it sets the gas flow to âidleâ. The first time this happened was on the freeway, and I was very lucky to be able to coast into a gas station (thinking that I simply running out of gas - even though the gas gauge showed plenty of gas remaining). And so, I took it to Christian Brothers automotive the next day, and they ran extensive (and expensive) diagnostics. They found (to their surprise!) that this is the way the latest CX-9 works! The…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2023 Mazda CX-9 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2023 Mazda CX-9 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Mazda CX-9?
Owners report unknown or other problems most often (4 reports), followed by forward collision avoidance (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 12,100 miles.
Are Mazda recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mazda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.