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.

9.0

really awful
Typical Repair Cost:
No data
Average Mileage:
49,000 miles
Total Complaints:
2 complaints

Most Common Solutions:

  1. not sure (2 reports)
2007 Mazda CX-7 windows / windshield problems

windows / windshield problem

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2007 Mazda CX-7 Owner Comments

problem #2

May 102015

CX-7 FWD 2.3L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 58,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

front passenger window switch on driver side not working

For no reason, the driver switch to front passenger window just stopped working. But the front passenger switch to the window is working fine. What caused it, I don't know. Car has 58K mileage.

- pclledo, San Jose, CA, US

problem #1

Apr 082011

CX-7

  • Automatic transmission
  • 40,000 miles

I still haven't had this fixed because I don't have $85.00 per hour for Mazda to diagnose the problem!

- Dawn G., Pittsburgh, PA, US

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