2016 Mazda CX-9 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 2%of 107 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the steering of the 2016 Mazda CX-9, 2% of the 107 complaints for this model year.
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.
“Vehicle makes a cranking noise when steering at a slow speed meaning when turning, reversing or slowly going over speed bumps it makes a cranking noise its coming from the front of vehicle I don't know if that normal has been like that since I bought the vehicle, it was taken in due to a recent recall couple months ago for the rear same issues with a cranking noise, now it's the front.”
NHTSA complaint #11115498, filed 2018-08“1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The entire electrical system is malfunctioning. All dashboard service lights (check engine, ABS, etc.) illuminate simultaneously, causing the vehicle to stutter and shut off while driving. The vehicle is available for inspection. 2. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? This issue has resulted in a dangerous situation, particularly when the vehicle lost power on the highway with my young children aboard. This sudden loss of control could have led to a severe accident. 3. …”
NHTSA complaint #11613534, filed 2024-09Related service bulletins
- 11026350Nov 8, 2025Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) Diagnostic Guidelines Diagnostic Guidelines When diagnosing NVH concerns, it is essential to first classify the issue into one of three…
- 11013654Jan 24, 2025Some vehicles may exhibit wear/peel-off of the leather steering wheel surface causing a poor appearance. This concern may be caused by an insufficient wear resistance of the…
- 10251387Feb 12, 2024Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as…
- 10249497Jan 23, 2024Some customers may complain about a creaking, knocking, rattle or clunk noise coming from the steering column while driving. A steering column nut loosens due to excessive load…
- 10248384Dec 1, 2023Some customers may complain about a creaking noise coming from the steering column while driving. A steering column nut loosens due to excessive load when driving on irregular…
- 10243547Sep 7, 2023Some customers may complain about a creaking noise coming from the steering column while driving. A steering column nut loosens due to excessive load when driving on irregular…
- 10240371Jul 17, 2023Some customers may complain about a creaking noise coming from the steering column while driving. A steering column nut loosens due to excessive load when driving on irregular…
- 10235414Apr 3, 2023Some vehicles may exhibit wear/peel-off of the leather steering wheel surface causing a poor appearance. This concern may be caused by an insufficient wear resistance of the…
- 10232277Feb 16, 2023Some vehicles may exhibit wear/peel-off of the leather steering wheel surface causing a poor appearance. This concern may be caused by an insufficient wear resistance of the…
- 10210902Apr 5, 2022Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3ð even when driving straight on a flat road.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 15% |
| 2022 | 1 | 9% |
| 2021 | 1 | 3% |
| 2019 | 2 | 4% |
| 2018 | 3 | 2% |
| 2017 | 2 | 3% |
| 2016 | 2 | 2% |
| 2015 | 1 | 3% |
| 2014 | 3 | 6% |
| 2012 | 7 | 3% |
| 2011 | 4 | 2% |
| 2010 | 4 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 19 | 11% |
| 2007 | 9 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2016 Mazda CX-9
68 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsBrakes
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsWheels
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Mazda CX-9
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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