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2019 Mazda CX-9: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2019 Mazda CX-9 — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for SUV.
Owners filed 52 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 62% of 2019 SUVs. Engine leads the reports (29%). 2 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2019 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
52
Reports to NHTSA, 2019
Safety recalls
2
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
23.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 62% of 2019 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2019 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Engine issues lead owner complaints (29% of 52 reports), followed by unknown or other (17%).
+ 5 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 52 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11745033, ODI 11714720, ODI 11690498, ODI 11670073, ODI 11645310.
Recalls(2)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Fuel SystemDec 2021 · 21V875000Details +Close −
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 may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.
Tires · 19V770000Details +Close −
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 compound may have been used in the tire's manufacturing, allowing the tread to separate and detach.
Risk: A detached tire tread can decrease vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four tire serial numbers, replacing the tires as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4019J.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2019 Mazda CX-9 SUV AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
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2019 Mazda CX-9 SUV FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
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- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-9 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 22 | 28 | 24 |
| CX-9 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 20 | 26 | 23 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2019 Mazda CX-9: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2019 Mazda CX-9?
Owners filed 52 NHTSA complaints about the 2019 Mazda CX-9 — fewer complaints than 62% of comparable 2019 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2019 Mazda CX-9?
The most-reported problem areas are Engine (29% of complaints) and unknown or other (17%).
How many recalls does the 2019 Mazda CX-9 have?
2 recalls have been issued that affect the 2019 Mazda CX-9, covering components such as fuel system. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Mazda CX-9 get?
The EPA rates the 2019 Mazda CX-9 between 23 and 24 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.