2010 Mazda CX-9 Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 35 engine complaints for the 2010 Mazda CX-9, 18% of all complaints filed for that year. Owners most often report a loud ticking noise in the engine and episodes of unintended acceleration, with a median failure mileage of 70,617. No related recall covers this component.
- Engine complaints
- 35
- 18% of 195
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 70,617 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Owners describe a loud ticking noise coming from the engine, most noticeable when the engine is cold and quieter once warm.
- Some owners report the vehicle suddenly accelerating on its own at low or highway speeds without the accelerator pedal being pressed, sometimes overriding braking.
- Dealers reportedly could not diagnose or replicate the acceleration issue in several cases, and Mazda staff told one owner the ticking noise was a normal engine characteristic.
- One owner reports being told sludge was found on the dipstick and that Mazda recommended engine replacement, then denied extended warranty coverage.
- A few complaints describe the acceleration problem combined with brakes that could slow but not fully stop the vehicle.
When 2010 Mazda CX-9 engine complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 21, 2010, latest Oct 29, 2024.
Engine recalls for the 2010 Mazda CX-9
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
Engine complaints by CX-9 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many engine complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Mazda CX-9?
- NHTSA lists 35 engine complaints for the 2010 CX-9, which is 18% of the 195 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2010 Mazda CX-9 engine?
- No. The data shows no related recalls for the engine on the 2010 Mazda CX-9.
- At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2010 CX-9?
- The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on the 2010 CX-9 is 70,617 miles.
- What is the most common engine complaint on the 2010 Mazda CX-9?
- Owners most frequently describe a loud ticking noise in the engine, especially when cold, along with reports of unintended acceleration.
- Did the 2010 CX-9 engine issues cause any crashes or injuries?
- According to NHTSA data for this engine complaint set, there are 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries recorded.