2022 Mazda CX-9 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 15, 2026 · 11 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other CX-9 years
Far fewer complaints than other years 17th of 17 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Mazda CX-9. That ranks 17th out of 17 CX-9 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 18%), typically at around 53,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Mazda CX-9
Mazda_CX-9_(TC) in Böblingen. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2022 Mazda CX-9 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System2 · ~53,000 mi
Exterior Lighting2
Structure2
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Lane Departure1
Power Train1
Seats1
Service Brakes1
Steering1
Visibility/wiper1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System218%53,000——
Exterior Lighting218%———
Structure218%———
Forward Collision Avoidance19%———
Lane Departure19%———
Power Train19%———
Seats19%———
Service Brakes19%———
Steering19%———
Visibility/wiper19%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 4 complaints
2023: 3202332024: 1202412025: 3202532026: 420264

n = 11 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Mazda CX-9 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2022 Mazda CX-9.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The front passenger seat heating element in my 2022 Mazda Model, CX-9 malfunctioned, failing to regulate temperature and creating an immediate thermal safety and fire hazard. While operating the vehicle normally with the passenger side seat heater turned on, the system rapidly reached temperatures…

Seats · received Oct 15, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11771434

The issue is the steering colomn. There is a bolt that comes loose when driving on "irregular roads". my safety was at risk because if this bolt decided to come out i would not have control of the vehicle. I was told that the steering wheel would disconnect from the steering colomn or the steering…

Steering · received Sep 10, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11763258

The contact owns a 2022 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that the vehicle was being operated with the front driver's side seat warmer activated to the highest heat level. After driving for several hours, the vehicle was parked. While exiting the vehicle, the contact experienced pain in the rear thigh…

Electrical System · received Apr 1, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11728503

I am reporting a safety concern involving multiple loose windshield header bolts and cowl panel fasteners on my 2022 Mazda CX-9. The issue was discovered on 1/28/26 at approximately 44,000 miles. Several bolts securing the windshield header and cowl panel area were found loose. These components…

Structure · received Feb 12, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11717618

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally report a potential safety issue with my 2022 Mazda CX-9, which is a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle under limited warranty until March 2026 and powertrain warranty until March 2029. It has 36,000 miles on it. Recently, I noticed a crack forming…

Structure · received Aug 27, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11683485

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Mazda CX-9?

Owners most often report electrical system, exterior lighting, structure problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Mazda CX-9?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2022 Mazda CX-9 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CX-9 model years, the 2022 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.