2019 Mazda CX9 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 53 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Mazda CX9.

2
recalls
53
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2019 Mazda CX9 recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 21V875000 · reported November 12, 2021 · Mazda North American Operations · 121,038 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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: tread/belt

NHTSA campaign 19V770000 · reported October 28, 2019 · Mazda North American Operations · 146 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
A detached tire tread can decrease vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 22, 2026 · Engine

It’s now in the shop being torn down for further inspection but it looks to be a cracked cylinder head leak .

Jul 10, 2026 · Engine

The engine cylinder head developed an internal coolant leak, allowing coolant to enter the combustion chamber. This caused engine overheating and smoke coming from the tailpipe while driving. A dealer performed a coolant pressure test confirming coolant leaking into the combustion chamber, and wet/dry compression…

Jun 18, 2026 · Engine

My 2019 Mazda CX-9 (VIN […]) suffered catastrophic cylinder head failure on the SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engine at approximately 124,000 miles. The failure is consistent with Mazda TSB 01-013/21 (and successors 01-007/22, 01-010/24), in which Mazda acknowledged that cylinder heads on this engine can crack at the stud bolt hole…

Jan 31, 2026 · Engine

- Coolant leak at cylinder head and turbo at only 63,000 miles. - Safety issue because no warning lamps or messages appeared and potential for car to overheat without coolant circulating in the system. Car could breakdown at worst time and location. Leaking coolant onto exhaust created potential for fire. - Problem…

Jan 12, 2026 · Unknown or other

Mazda has a current service alert ("SA", SA-001/23) for issues with their Gen 6 Infotainment Center Display, which covers issues (e.g. ghost touch, surface peeling, spider cracks, and white dots) and defects the occur on the primary display of the car. This display provides the driver with essential car operational…

CX9 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2016 010731
2017 06100
2018 212841
2019 25310
2020 11910
2021 14070
2022 01111

Across all years, the 2012 CX9 has the most complaints (221). All Mazda CX9 years →

Questions

Does the 2019 Mazda CX9 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Mazda CX9, the most recent reported on November 12, 2021 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mazda CX9?
Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (23 complaints), followed by unknown or other (14).
How many 2019 Mazda CX9 complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 53 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 22, 2026.