2023 Mazda CX9 recalls and problems
No recalls and 13 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Mazda CX9.
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2023 Mazda CX9 recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
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.
Structural bolt (p#: 9-YA01-1401-A) connecting the lower control arm assembly to subframe has rusted apart. The head of the bolt was found in my driveway, otherwise there would be no indication of this potentially catastrophic failure. Vehicle is only 3 years old, was a cpo purchase, and has just 55k miles. Underbody…
I am reporting a critical mechanical restraint failure regarding the 5-point harness crotch buckles on the Graco TrioGrow and the Graco TriRide car seats. The red button-release tension on both of these models is engineered with insufficient physical resistance. My toddler is capable of physically depressing the lower…
I am reporting a critical mechanical restraint failure regarding the 5-point harness crotch buckles on the Graco TrioGrow and the Graco TriRide car seats. The red button-release tension on both of these models is engineered with insufficient physical resistance. My toddler is capable of physically depressing the lower…
On February 9, 2026, our 2023 Mazda CX‑9 experienced a sudden and complete system malfunction while being driven. Multiple system failures began approximately six minutes before the crash. During this time, the driver reported: • Total loss of steering • Complete brake failure • No response to acceleration or driver…
If you press both the brake and gas at the same time (even if accidental), the onboard computer apparently thinks that the driver is confused, and it sets the gas flow to “idle”. The first time this happened was on the freeway, and I was very lucky to be able to coast into a gas station (thinking that I simply running…
CX9 model years compared
Across all years, the 2012 CX9 has the most complaints (221). All Mazda CX9 years →
Questions
- Does the 2023 Mazda CX9 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2023 Mazda CX9 as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Mazda CX9?
- Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (4 complaints), followed by chest clip, buckle, harness (2).
- How many 2023 Mazda CX9 complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 3 of 13 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 29, 2026.