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.
10.0
really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
32,712 miles
About These NHTSA Complaints:
This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
Takata recall I was never informed of this recall. It was only yesterday, April 18,2017 that I was informed from a dealership when I was in the process of trying to trade it in. I have been driving this car with the recall with other passengers, including my 5 year old son.
Solo SE mira la luz de las bolsas de aire Y somo 5 de familua Y de una forma U otra ES muy dificil no sentarse enfrente pero ahorita me esta faltando mucho la visibilidad porque sale mucho vapor del calenton Y con la lluvia casi no miro bien al manejar Y necesiti que porfavor me revise el vehculo he tenido ocaciones que SE enciende la luz de el motiguador de las llantas Y no SE apaga hasta que quiere tambin me a salido la luz de que el carro tiene un colision Y el carro esta parado apenas preparandome para salir Y SE le quita despues de horas acavo de comprarle una bateria porque el carro no quiso ensendet despues de 3 a 4 horas de estacionarlo el estereo no quiere funcionar Y la puerta del conductor rechina aveces necesito que cuando lleguen las bolsas de aire lo revisen las llantas de enfrente SE le clmpraron por un accidente que tuve ase 2 meses
Takata recall. While driving a lot of noise wascoming from my front passenger side. I took it to a garage to get inspected. They informed me of the recall and that the parts were unavailable. Now the car is unable to pass inspection.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact stated that there was an abnormal noise progressing from the front of the vehicle. The dealer inspected the vehicle eight months prior to the noise was heard and stated that the vehicle could be driven. Upon leaving the dealer, the contact noticed extensive smoke coming from the rear exhaust that affected the contact's visibility. The dealer replaced the turbo, which failed prematurely. In addition, the dealer indicated that they repaired an air bag recall, but the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated near the front passenger side. The contact had to turn the system off with a switch in the glove box due to the failure. The dealer was asked months ago by the contact to complete the repair for NHTSA campaign number: 16V593000 (suspension), but the manufacturer had not yet supplied the remedy and parts to receive the recall repair. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V356000 (air bags) and 16V593000 (suspension); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
- Clarkston, MI, USA
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Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V356000 (air bags); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V593000 (suspension); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. While driving various speeds, the contact heard an abnormal noise, but was unable to determine its origin. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 17V012000 (air bags) and 16V593000 (suspension). The parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V593000 (suspension) and 17V012000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Updated 06/13/17
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V356000 (air bags) and 16V593000 (suspension); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V340000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. while driving various speeds, the vehicle vibrated and made a knocking noise. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lower control arms failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V593000 (suspension); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact stated that the vehicle jerked while driving various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ball joints were corroded; however, a remedy was not disclosed. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V356000 (air bags) and 16V593000 (suspension). The parts for the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V356000 (air bags) and 16V593000 (suspension). The dealer scheduled the appointment for the two recall repairs and later indicated that the parts were not available. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The contact was unable to determine when the vehicle would be repaired. The contact was offered a loaner vehicle and had not received any follow up from the dealer for months. The manufacturer could not provide an estimated date for when the contact's vehicle would receive the recall repair. The contact was not experiencing a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a rattling noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact also noticed the driver and passenger side tires nuts detached. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V035600 (air bags) and 16V593000 (suspension) however, the parts needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 135,422. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. while driving 55 mph, the vehicle veered to the right and left without warning. The contact also mentioned that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V593000 (suspension). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V356000 (air bags) and 16V593000 (suspension) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN confirms remedy not yet available. Updated 05/30/17 updated 6/23/17
The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V356000 (air bags) and 16V593000 (suspension). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Takata recall- I'm in zone B of the recall (was first notified in July 2016). My 2007 car is now in the 10-15 year window where degradation is projected to occur, so I am hesitant to drive it any longer since I frequent Transport multiple passengers. How do I know how much longer this will take? I have tried to call Mazda's hotline, but the wait time is always 45+ minutes. There have been no updates to the information since the recall on Mazda's recall info website.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V356000 (air bags) however, the remedy was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
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