general problems of the 2007 Mazda CX-7

16 problems related to steering have been reported for the 2007 Mazda CX-7. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2007 Mazda CX-7 based on all problems reported for the 2007 CX-7.

1 Steering problem

Failure Date: 02/21/2018

Recalls my # 615-209-1276 kevin ritter.

2 Steering problem

Failure Date: 08/28/2017

Nhtsa recall #16v-593 - this recall indicates that there is the risk of significant loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash. This recall is taking an inordinate amount of time, and I think that it is imperative that this be expedited in order to replace the part before it becomes a more severe issue which could include litigation. The steering control is a vital part of the operation of this vehicle and I don't think that it is feasible or fair to the owners of Mazda vehicles to be placed in such a precarious situation. This issue needs to be escalated so that existing owners of these vehicles can get the replacement parts that are needed as soon as possible. My vehicle is beginning to experience some of these steering issues, and I keep my car properly maintained , but the expense of the replacement of these control arms at this time is a difficult expense. Please help me to have this issue escalated.

3 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/09/2017

Mazda recall #: 9716h (NHTSA recall #: 16v-593) this recall is dated 8/10/16. From Mazda's recall notice, "the ball joint and lower control arm may separate, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash. " so almost a year and nothing. . . . Recall still "remedy not available"????? what are they waiting on? seems extremely irresponsible/greedy (do not want to incur the cost).

4 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/24/2017

Takata recall I was notified by Mazda of NHTSA recall number's 17v-012 and 16v-593 (manufacture recall number 0717a and 9716h), informing me how I may experience significant loss of steering that may result in a crash, plus I was advised not to ever have a passenger in my vehicle in the event of a crash as metal fragments from the passenger airbag could cause serious injury or death. It has been nearly a year since the first notice and nearly 6 months since the second notice, yet nothing has been done. Mazda says parts are not available. Nothing injurious has happened, my complaint is how Mazda seems to not be doing anything about this and I risk my life and others with every drive I must make.

5 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/14/2017

Takata recall: passenger side airbag light comes on intermittently and sometimes stays on or blinks. While driving the vehicle at 60 mph it swerved without warning to the right causing the passenger side tires to fall off the shoulder of the highway and nearly resulting in loss of control.

6 Steering problem

Failure Date: 04/06/2017

Mazda hasn't been able to make recall parts available in a timely manner resulting in my lower control arm/ball joint to break away from my tire causing me to loose steering while turning. Also being broke down on railroad tracks and needed to get my car and myself to safety. My car had to be lifted with equipment to be moved resulting in both left and right front fender damage! this is very inconsiderate and poor business manner!!!.

7 Steering problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2016

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8 Steering problem

Failure Date: 08/11/2016

My vehicle was recalled exactly 10 months ago under Mazda # 9716h, NHTSA # 16v593000. This is a safety related recall, as steering control may be lost. After 10 months, parts are still not available. I am putting my family at risk every time we travel in this vehicle. How can a car be recalled as a safety risk and no parts available for almost a year? what are the NHTSA and Mazda doing about this? if my car loses steering and an accident results, who is responsible?.

9 Steering problem

Failure Date: 08/10/2016

My vehicle is affected by NHTSA recall #: 16v-593 recall date: 08/10/16. It has been two years since the recall and Mazda still does not have parts available to repair my car. My vehicle is affected by Mazda recall #: 1317f NHTSA recall #: 17v-429 . It has been once year since the recall and Mazda still does not have parts available to repair my car. I believe that Mazda has no intention of ever repairing my vehicle.

10 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2016

I received the primary notification of safety recall in July 2016. I have not received any more information since then, the air bag indicator pops in the dashboard often and I cannot take my care to the emission test until the problem is corrected.

11 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/25/2016

Tl- the contact owns a 2007 Mazda cx7. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16v356000 (air bags) and 16v593000 (susupension) however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issues. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Fe.

12 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2016

While driving the wheel and steering became impossible to control. The car was only stopped by a wall on the highway. My husband was driving and had a heart attack during this incident with the car. The airbag on the drivers side was deployed.

13 Steering problem

Failure Date: 03/22/2013

Started smelling strong burning rubber odor emanating through vents of car while in operation, exited highway upon seeing white smoke fuming from under hood. Loss control of steering and vehicle shut off and would not crank again. Mechanic determined ac compressor has seized and serpentine belt was snapped due to friction from pulleys. If I had stayed on freeway instead of exiting, with the lost of steering I surely would have posed a danger to myself as well as others on the road. This complaint is one of numerous thousands that have been filed on behalf of Mazda and its Cx-7 model. There should be a recall issued for the ac compressor before it causes serious injury and/or fatality.

14 Steering problem

Failure Date: 12/15/2011

While driving on the freeway at about 70 mph, my 2007 Mazda cx7 randomly lost power. I was able to pull to the side of the freeway even though the steering wheel became very hard to turn. I was very lucky there were not many cars around me. The motor would only rev when I pushed the gas pedal. I had the car towed to a mechanic. The next day I was told that my motor and turbo needed to be replaced. The repairs would total to about $8,000. I already owe $15,000 on the auto loan. I only had the car for one year, the motor went bad at 60, 000 miles?. I'm a full-time student and a mom, my husband makes less than $30k a year. We cannot afford the repairs at this time. As a result, the car is sitting on our driveway.

15 Steering problem

Failure Date: 11/09/2009

A/c compressor locks. No power steering, overheats and dies suddenly.

16 Steering problem

Failure Date: 03/08/2009

The contact owns a 2007 Mazda Cx-7. While driving at an unknown speed, the power steering, brakes, and the entire electrical system failed. The contact could not stop the vehicle. Approximately three minutes later, the power steering and brakes returned. The dealer stated that they had never before experienced this type of failure. The vehicle is currently at the dealer for repair. The failure and current mileages were 35,000.


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