CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2008 Mazda CX-7 has numerous reports filed with the NHTSA about engine & A/C problems, continuing these defect trends from the 2007 model year.
Owners report problems with the 2008 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 2008 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.
Mazda never sent out any recall on this air conditioning problem and I went on line and there are too many to read all having the same exact problem. I feel it's unlawful of Mazda to know about this problem for years and instead of telling their loyal customers they quietly extended the warranty on this to 60,000 miles. I read one complaint said they had this problem happen twice!!! Once at 25,000 miles and again after 67,000. None of it was covered for him. Mazda never even told him that it was an issue. There are pages of complaints.
I can't believe that MAZDA doesn't have to go to jail??? I want to sue them because now I can not sell my car for a normal value of a car similar to mine that doesn't have all these issues??? I feel this is criminal. Not only have they stranded me but it's over $2,500 to repair. I should be able to count on a trade in value of about $18,000. to $22,000. It's fully loaded with every option. Now that I read about the other 189 problems common to this brand and model and year. Mine is a 2008 Mazda CX7 that I bought in 2007
I would love to know how I should tackle this financial robbery??? Mazda should be closed down.
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Mazda never sent out any recall on this air conditioning problem and I went on line and there are too many to read all having the same exact problem. I feel it's unlawful of Mazda to know about this problem for years and instead of telling their loyal customers they quietly extended the warranty on this to 60,000 miles. I read one complaint said they had this problem happen twice!!! Once at 25,000 miles and again after 67,000. None of it was covered for him. Mazda never even told him that it was an issue. There are pages of complaints.
I can't believe that MAZDA doesn't have to go to jail??? I want to sue them because now I can not sell my car for a normal value of a car similar to mine that doesn't have all these issues??? I feel this is criminal. Not only have they stranded me but it's over $2,500 to repair. I should be able to count on a trade in value of about $18,000. to $22,000. It's fully loaded with every option. Now that I read about the other 189 problems common to this brand and model and year. Mine is a 2008 Mazda CX7 that I bought in 2007
I would love to know how I should tackle this financial robbery??? Mazda should be closed down.
- jayde dunn, Mission Viejo, CA, US