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2018 Mazda CX-9 Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2018 Mazda CX-9 has 11 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2018 Mazda CX-9

Engine
60
Other
18
Electrical
13
Powertrain
11
Brakes
5
Steering
3

11

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Sep 8, 2025POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKESmy 2018 MAZDA CX-9 safety issue SCBS / SBS, LAS / LDWS, MASTER AND/OR HBC WARNING LIGHTS Forward sen...
Sep 20, 2024POWER TRAIN,ENGINEcoolant leaks at cylinder head , Mazda of America knows issues but not willing to recall , they hava...
Jul 29, 2024POWER TRAIN,ENGINEEngine is leaking coolant apparently due to a cracked engine block caused by a manufacturing defect ...
Jun 10, 2024POWER TRAIN,ENGINEMy car started leaking coolant from cylinder, it is known issue for these models, unfortunately Mazd...
Feb 6, 2024POWER TRAINMy vehicle had a coolant leak st the cylinder head around the exhaust manifold. The problem was conf...
Dec 15, 2023POWER TRAIN,ENGINEAt 102,000 miles I have a cracked cylinder head
Oct 9, 2023POWER TRAIN,ENGINEWent in to the mechanic to get a regular oil change and noticed a liquid slushing sound after starti...
Mar 30, 2023POWER TRAINThe vehicle has a cracked cylinder head as a result of stress put on the block from a bad exhaust ma...
Mar 18, 2023POWER TRAIN,ENGINEI own a 2018 Mazda CX – 9 with only 53,300 miles. I noticed something was wrong with my engine and ...
Feb 11, 2023POWER TRAIN,ENGINEThis weekend Mazda CX-9 started leaking coolant from the firewall side.
Feb 8, 2023POWER TRAIN,ENGINECoolant leak into cylinder head, resulting in overheating and blown head gasket. Repair cost was $7...

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