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2007 Mazda CX-7 Equipment Problems

Complaints
31about this part
Share
6%of 528 total for the year
Median mileage
54,000miles
Trend
StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 31 complaints about the equipment of the 2007 Mazda CX-7, 6% of the 528 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 54,000 miles. 6 a fire, according to the filers.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“The AC had been getting less cool and completely went out 2 days ago. Yesterday it started making a ticking noise. Today it started smoking and smelled like burnt rubber. I took it in and was told the AC compressor had gone out. It is now getting a new compressor/filter/dryer/belt which I am paying for as it is out of warranty.”

NHTSA complaint #10421559, filed 2011-08, 70,000 miles

“A/c stopped working - instead of cold, it blowing hot air - while returning from the trip (~4hhs). After that, on ~45m/h road - I felt a smell and saw smoke came from under the hood. Had to call fire department, luckily car/engine did not flame up. Car is in repair shop now. It was not only a fire hazard, but also probably health too: I have been driving and breathing whatever is burning ?!”

NHTSA complaint #10279852, filed 2009-08, 29,500 miles

“I own a Mazda CX-7 and was driving like a normally do and turned on the air conditioner. It started to blow hot air and I couldn't figure out why. Shortly after my engine started to make a loud squeaking sound and begin smoking, I tool it the mechanic and they informed me that it was the compressor. I read online that this is a common problem that Mazda CX-7 owners have faced but they have also faced having their cars stall out because of it.”

NHTSA complaint #10420786, filed 2011-08, 71,000 miles

“Was returning to california from arizona when car started making an awful noise. I suspected it was the A/C compressor as I had read about their failures online. I had just passed the 60,000 mile extended coverage period, however my Mazda dealer was able to get Mazda to cover 95% of the charges. I was not happy that I had to pay anything at all, but I feel fortunate that Mazda threw me a bone. Others have not been so lucky. Mazda should compensate them.”

NHTSA complaint #10413825, filed 2011-07, 63,000 miles

“I have a Mazda CX-7 2007. In the last 6 months I had to replace AC condenser twice. It locked up and started smoking. And the car was undriveable. Now they have 300 back orders for this part before I can fix my car.”

NHTSA complaint #10296089, filed 2009-12, 56,000 miles

Related service bulletins

Equipment: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
200923%
200863%
2007316%

Other parts of the 2007 Mazda CX-7

Engine cooling
206 complaintsEngine
112 complaintsAir bags
102 complaintsSuspension
59 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
53 complaintsElectrical system
29 complaintsSteering
20 complaintsTires
19 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsExterior lighting
11 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2007 Mazda CX-7

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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