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2011 Mazda CX-7 Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Suspension — runs 5.4× the fleet median for that category across the 964 model-years tracked on this site.
152Complaints
4Recalls
8Crashes
0Fires
4Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Suspension (33.6% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Suspension complaints here are 5.4× the median for that category across the 964 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Suspension51 · 33.6%RecalledRecall 16V593000
Air Bags42 · 27.6%RecalledRecall 18V717000 · Recall 19V782000 · Recall 17V429000
Exterior Lighting37 · 24.3%not available
Steering16 · 10.5%not available
Power Train7 · 4.6%not available
Engine5 · 3.3%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

SUSPENSION51 · 33.6%
AIR BAGS42 · 27.6%
STEERING16 · 10.5%
POWER TRAIN7 · 4.6%
Unspecified / other7 · 4.6%
ENGINE5 · 3.3%
SERVICE BRAKES5 · 3.3%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5 · 3.3%
VISIBILITY/WIPER4 · 2.6%

Percentages are the share of the 152 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 4 campaigns

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module

NHTSA campaign 18V717000 · 2018 · reported 10/12/2018

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

Park it  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module

NHTSA campaign 19V782000 · 2019 · reported 10/31/2019

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

Park it  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module

NHTSA campaign 17V429000 · 2017 · reported 06/29/2017

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

Park it  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint

NHTSA campaign 16V593000 · 2016 · reported 08/11/2016

A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

What owners report

“RECEVIED A LETTER FROM MAZDA REGAREDING A RECALL ON OUR CAR OCTOBER 2106 AS OF TODAY( NOVEMBER 2017) STILL GETTING A RUN AROUND ON THE…”NHTSA complaint 11041881 — filed 11/01/2017 · SUSPENSION
“NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 16V-593 MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER 9716H SUMMARY WATER MAY ENTER THE FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINT FITTING. DRIVING ON ROADWAYS DURING THE WINTER MONTHS…”NHTSA complaint 11039363 — filed 10/24/2017 · SUSPENSION
“NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 16V-593 SUMMARY WATER MAY ENTER THE FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINT FITTING. DRIVING ON ROADWAYS DURING THE WINTER MONTHS IN AREAS THAT USE…”NHTSA complaint 11035733 — filed 10/23/2017 · SUSPENSION

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mazda CX-7?

Suspension issues are the most-reported category, cited in 51 of 152 NHTSA complaints (33.6%), followed by air bags (42), exterior lighting (37), steering (16). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2011 Mazda CX-7 have?

152 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 8 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 4 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2011 Mazda CX-7 have any recalls?

Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18V717000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2011 Mazda CX-7's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.