CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2007 Mazda CX-7 has numerous reports filed with the NHTSA about engine & A/C problems.
Owners report problems with the 2007 CX-7's Variable Valve Timing (VVT) & timing chain failing, causing major damage to the engine — Mazda uses an interference design so typically the valves are bent & the entire engine needs to be replaced. Mazda dealers typically quote $9,000 for an engine replacement.
There is also a trend of the turbo failing at low mileage.
Finally for the 2007 CX-7 there is a clear pattern of A/C compressor failure at relatively low mileage. Owners report smoke & occasionally the serpentine belt catches fire when the A/C compressor clutch seizes while driving. Mazda extended the A/C warranty to 60,000 miles, however many owners report their A/C compressor failed very soon after the 60k mark.
In 2011, Mazda began a "Special Service Program" that extended the warranty to 7 years/70,000 miles covering turbocharger oil leaks & excessive timing chain noise — an early sign of timing chain failure. However coverage under the program requires perfect documentation of all required maintenance with other stipulations. Buyer beware.
Dealership quoted me $1500 to have the headlamps completed replaced. The inside of the headlamps is so poorly constructed. Once one little plastic part broke then the inside of the headlamp burned out and had to be replaced. Happened with BOTH of them. Ended up replacing them myself with aftermarket headlamps.
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Dealership quoted me $1500 to have the headlamps completed replaced. The inside of the headlamps is so poorly constructed. Once one little plastic part broke then the inside of the headlamp burned out and had to be replaced. Happened with BOTH of them. Ended up replacing them myself with aftermarket headlamps.
- alpinecougar, Provo, UT, US