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2021 Mazda CX-9: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker CX-9 years.
39 owner complaints, most about engine. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2021 CX-9?The 2021 Mazda CX-9 has 39 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are engine and power train.
Safety record for the 2021 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2021 Mazda CX-9 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other CX-9 years only. How we score it
Is 2021 a good year for the CX-9?
Across the 17 CX-9 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 10 (2022) to 221 (2012). With 39 complaints, the 2021 CX-9 sits below the model's median of 61.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2021 CX-9
seats:mid/rear assembly
Campaign 21V750000Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CX-9 vehicles equipped with 60/40 split bench second-row seats. The left-side second-row seat may unexpectedly slide forward during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
What owners say across generations
Predominantly positive sentiment, with the vehicle widely praised for its exceptional driving dynamics, premium interior feel, and strong value proposition.
Owner insights cover all generations of the CX-9. See the full CX-9 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used CX-9 listings typically run $16,755–$25,100 across 2015 to 2023 model years.
Other CX-9 model years
Compare every CX-9 year side by side to see how 2021 ranks against the rest.
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