Jeep Wrangler vs Mazda CX-9
For 2007–2021 models, the Mazda CX-9 has 38.1 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 50.5 for the Jeep Wrangler. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2007–2021), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Jeep Wrangler
50.5 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.3× the Mazda CX-9’s rate
- Complaints
- 12,356
- Sold
- 2,444,496
- Recall campaigns
- 51
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 5
Most complaints: 2007–2009. Fewest: 2015–2017 and 2020. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 55,000 mi
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Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column
Typically around 6,600 mi · repair $270–$510
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 65,437 mi
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Tank, lines and filler
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Shocks and struts
Typically around 17,000 mi · repair $280–$1,440
Mazda CX-9
38.1 complaints per 10,000 sold
25% fewer than the Jeep Wrangler
- Complaints
- 1,448
- Sold
- 379,754
- Recall campaigns
- 12
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2008, 2010, 2012 and 2016. Fewest: 2015 and 2019–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Master cylinder and booster
Typically around 67,000 mi
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Head gasket and cylinder head
Typically around 106,000 mi · repair $1,620–$3,010
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 53,625 mi
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Control arms, ball joints and bushings
Typically around 107,300 mi · repair $230–$700
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Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan
Typically around 107,300 mi · repair $260–$1,910
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Jeep Wrangler or the Mazda CX-9?
For 2007–2021 models, the Mazda CX-9 has 38.1 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Wrangler has 50.5, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Wrangler?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Wrangler is body control and other modules, typically around 55,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Mazda CX-9?
The most-reported problem on the Mazda CX-9 is master cylinder and booster, typically around 67,000 miles.
Which Jeep Wrangler and Mazda CX-9 years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Jeep Wrangler: 2007–2009; Mazda CX-9: 2008, 2010, 2012 and 2016.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.