2022 Mazda CX-9 reliability
The 2022 Mazda CX-9 has 10 complaints with NHTSA after 5 years, or 1 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most CX-9 years here — under the median of the other years, which is 4. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (2 of 10), then Exterior lighting (2) and Structure (2). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash and 2 that report an injury.
The 2021 CX-9 has 39 complaints, 7 per year, and the 2023 has 12 complaints, 3 per year. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2023.
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 2022 Mazda CX-9. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (10 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"The issue is the steering colomn. There is a bolt that comes loose when driving on "irregular roads". my safety was at risk because if this bolt decided to come out i would not have control of the vehicle. I was told…"
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"The contact owns a 2022 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that the vehicle was being operated with the front driver's side seat warmer activated to the highest heat level. After driving for several hours, the vehicle was…"
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"I am reporting a safety concern involving multiple loose windshield header bolts and cowl panel fasteners on my 2022 Mazda CX-9. The issue was discovered on 1/28/26 at approximately 44,000 miles. Several bolts securing…"
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"To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally report a potential safety issue with my 2022 Mazda CX-9, which is a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle under limited warranty until March 2026 and powertrain warranty…"
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"The windshield wiper sprayers don't work properly when it gets significantly below freezing. This is incredibly dangerous on highways where it snows and the roads are salted, allowing for the snow to be thrown up as…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2022 Mazda CX-9 SUV AWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| 2022 Mazda CX-9 SUV FWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| CX-9 four-wheel drive | 2.5L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Four-wheel drive | 20 | 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 2022 Mazda CX-9 reliable?
The 2022 Mazda CX-9 has 10 complaints with NHTSA after 5 years, or 1 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most CX-9 years here — under the median of the other years, which is 4. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2022 Mazda CX-9?
The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (2 of 10), then Exterior lighting (2) and Structure (2). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash and 2 that report an injury.
Is the 2022 Mazda CX-9 more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2021 CX-9 has 39 complaints, 7 per year, and the 2023 has 12 complaints, 3 per year. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2023.
Has the 2022 Mazda CX-9 been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2022 Mazda CX-9.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Mazda CX-9?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the 2022 Mazda CX-9 with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2022 Mazda CX-9 get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2022 Mazda CX-9 is 23 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.