2022 Mazda CX-9

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2022 Mazda CX-9: common problems and reliability

One of the better CX-9 years.

The best Mazda CX-9 year. All CX-9 years

10 owner complaints, most about electrical system. No recalls.

Should I buy a 2022 CX-9?

The 2022 Mazda CX-9 has 10 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and structure.

Safety record for the 2022 model year

10
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
1
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2022 Mazda CX-9 vehicles (US, public record).

The Year Score compares this year with other CX-9 years only. How we score it

Is 2022 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 10 complaints, the 2022 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

electrical system
2
structure
2
exterior lighting
2
steering
1
visibility/wiper
1

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 2022 ranks against the rest.

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