2008 Mazda CX-9 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 2%of 172 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 51,490miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the visibility of the 2008 Mazda CX-9, 2% of the 172 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 51,490 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“(sun roof glass exploded) at 400pm we were traveling north on us65 at 65 MPH, the sun roof was in the tilted open position, the nearest traffic to our location was 500 yards ahead of us. The music was playing and the four vehicle occupants were relaxed and talking. Suddenly with a very loud sound the sun roof glass exploded/shattered covering all occupants in glass shards. The driver maintained complete control on the vehicle and made an immediate emergency stop. …”
NHTSA complaint #10509250, filed 2013-04, 51,490 miles“Mazda CX-9 problem 130,000 miles-on november 25th, as I was dropping my children to their schools, the defrost suddenly stops working. I try to turn the fan/heater all the way, but to no avail. I had to use a towel to wipe the windshield. As I pulled into a curved side, the engine turns off, I turned the ignition key to off, then starts the engine again, and the engine light comes on. I pulled out and drove about six hundred feet and parked. I call a mechanic and I drove it again for a mile to the shop. He opens up the hood and pour in some coolant and all the coolant were on the floor. …”
NHTSA complaint #11289195, filed 2019-12, 132,000 miles“The contact owns a 2008 Mazda CX-9. While driving 45 MPH, the contact noticed a wave in the windshield. When he passes other objects, the waves appear to ripple. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they replaced the windshield; however, the failure persists. The dealer has been authorized to make another replacement. The VIN, engine size, and number of cylinders were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 860. Updated 4/2/08 updated 04/02/08”
NHTSA complaint #10220804, filed 2008-03, 860 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10243569Sep 13, 2023Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection.
- 10198691Jun 7, 2021Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection.
- 10198574Jun 1, 2021Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building. This may be caused by the suns reflection. If a building creates enough of a curve with…
- 10091393Mar 30, 2016This article provides hvac heater/defroster operating tips using mode selector dial. This includes the use of intermediate positions.
- 10091263Mar 30, 2016This article provides hvac heater/defroster operating tips using mode selector dial. This includes the use of intermediate positions.
- 10101086Mar 17, 2016Some vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise and/or wind noise from the front door glass area while driving the vehi-cle. This is caused by a deformed glass run channel (a). The…
- 10105441May 19, 2015Some customers may notice the power window(s) are either noisy or completely inoperative while operating the power window switch. This may be due to the power window motor gear…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 9% |
| 2021 | 1 | 3% |
| 2020 | 1 | 5% |
| 2019 | 3 | 6% |
| 2018 | 3 | 2% |
| 2017 | 1 | 2% |
| 2016 | 2 | 2% |
| 2015 | 2 | 6% |
| 2014 | 4 | 7% |
| 2013 | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 | 1 | 1% |
| 2010 | 2 | 1% |
| 2009 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 | 3 | 2% |
| 2007 | 3 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2008 Mazda CX-9
55 complaintsBrakes
30 complaintsAir bags
28 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
27 complaintsSteering
19 complaintsWheels
16 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsSeats
7 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Mazda CX-9
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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