CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2009 Mazda CX-7 appears to share the same engine & A/C defects as the two previous model years: VVT/timing chain failure, turbo failure, & the A/C compressor clutch seizing. The timing chain failure is especially bad with many cars requiring an engine replacement ($9,000+).
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.
After 3 years of driving the CX7, the engine star to make rattling noise. Had the dealer to check the problem and come back with recommended fixes on the engine oil leaking and Timing belt cracking that causing the noise. The estimated cost was $3000. Asked if these are manufacturing defects and under the manufacture warranty and the answer was no. Didi not fix the issue and just have the car driving locally. Just recently found this website and foind down the issue is common on the CX7. To me it is should be a recall.
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the engine making rattle noise after 48000 miles
After 3 years of driving the CX7, the engine star to make rattling noise. Had the dealer to check the problem and come back with recommended fixes on the engine oil leaking and Timing belt cracking that causing the noise. The estimated cost was $3000. Asked if these are manufacturing defects and under the manufacture warranty and the answer was no. Didi not fix the issue and just have the car driving locally. Just recently found this website and foind down the issue is common on the CX7. To me it is should be a recall.
- wluong91775, South Pasadena, CA, US