2016 Mazda CX-9 reliability
The 2016 Mazda CX-9 has 99 complaints with NHTSA after 11 years, or 4 per year. That is more complaints per year than most CX-9 years here — over the median of the other years, which is 3. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (61 of 99), then Electrical system (14) and Service brakes (11). Those filings include 3 that report a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 2 that report an injury.
The 2015 CX-9 has 35 complaints, 3 per year, and the 2017 has 61 complaints, 1 per year. The 2016 has more complaints per year than the 2015. The 2016 has more complaints per year than the 2017.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2016 Mazda CX-9. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (99 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"In June of 2022 I started having a strong antifreeze/engine coolant smell inside the cab of my vehicle and also outside the vehicle. I had the car checked for a radiator leak, but there wasn’t one. I took my car into my…"
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"Smart City Break Malfunction warning light appears while driving. Simultaneously the tire pressure warning appears. Also, at the same time, the temperature reads -20 to -40 degrees. Yes, vehicle is available for…"
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"Engine failure with crack in the engine after a loss of coolant fluid."
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"Head gasket leaking and caused major engine issue at 89,000 miles. Mazda has known of this issue, but refuses to recall it."
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"While my wife was driving her 2016 Mazda Cx-9 Grand Touring on the freeway, many of the dashboard indicator lights came on warning her the engine was over heating and to pull over immediately. While she was attempting…"
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| CX-9 two-wheel drive | 2.5L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG | $2700 |
| CX-9 four-wheel drive | 2.5L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Four-wheel drive | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG | $2800 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA campaign 19V-403 covers certain 2018 Mazda CX-9 vehicles: the wiring harness may disrupt electrical communications and disable the passenger frontal air bag, turn signals, and/or engine starting; dealers repair the harnesses. Campaign 21V-875 covers certain 2018-2019 CX-9 vehicles (with Mazda3, Mazda6, CX-3, CX-5, MX-5, and Mazda2 in the same campaign) where the low-pressure fuel pump impeller may crack and cause an engine stall; dealers replace the fuel pumps. Confirm open campaigns by VIN; multi-model unit counts are shared.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Mazda CX-9 reliable?
The 2016 Mazda CX-9 has 99 complaints with NHTSA after 11 years, or 4 per year. That is more complaints per year than most CX-9 years here — over the median of the other years, which is 3. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2016 Mazda CX-9?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (61 of 99), then Electrical system (14) and Service brakes (11). Those filings include 3 that report a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 2 that report an injury.
Is the 2016 Mazda CX-9 more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2015 CX-9 has 35 complaints, 3 per year, and the 2017 has 61 complaints, 1 per year. The 2016 has more complaints per year than the 2015. The 2016 has more complaints per year than the 2017.
Has the 2016 Mazda CX-9 been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2016 Mazda CX-9.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2016 Mazda CX-9?
Owners have filed 99 complaints about the 2016 Mazda CX-9 with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2016 Mazda CX-9 get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2016 Mazda CX-9 is 23.5 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does a Mazda CX-9 use?
US CX-9 manuals specify SAE 5W-30 for the SKYACTIV-G 2.5T turbo engine.
What generation is the 2018 Mazda CX-9?
2nd generation / TC (2016-2023).
What tire sizes does a Mazda CX-9 use?
Second-gen US sizes include 255/60R18 and 255/50R20; first-gen pages list 245/60R18 and 245/50R20.