Mazda CX-7 Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Mazda CX-7 — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012Best | Good | 3 | 21 | 3 | 2 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2011 | Good | 2 | 107 | 3 | — | — | Suspension | Full report → |
| 2010 | Good | 3 | 102 | 3 | — | — | Suspension | Full report → |
| 2009 | Good | 4 | 49 | — | — | — | Suspension | Full report → |
| 2008 | Caution | 3 | 147 | 4 | 4 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2007Worst | Avoid | 3 | 311 | 1 | 2 | — | Engine | Full report → |
6 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Mazda CX-7 Problems
Based on 737 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
CX-7 Years to Avoid
Best CX-7 Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Mazda CX-7 Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Mazda CX-7 Reliability
What year CX-7 has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2007 Mazda CX-7 had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 311 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 2007 report for specific defects.
Is the Mazda CX-7 reliable?
The Mazda CX-7 has accumulated 737 owner-filed complaints and 18 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2012 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used CX-7.
What are the most common CX-7 problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Air Bags (129 reports), Engine And Engine Cooling (117 reports), Suspension (117 reports), Engine (98 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my CX-7 has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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