Three problems related to brakes failed have been reported for the 2008 Mazda CX9. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Tl the contact owns a 2008 Mazda cx-9. While exiting the highway and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop. The contact swerved to the right and struck a curb, which slowed the vehicle down. The contact quickly shifted into park. In addition, each time the brake pedal was depressed, the sound of blowing air was heard from the driver's side of the dashboard. There was no warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact called ray skillman Mazda west (located at 5309 w pike plaza rd, indianapolis, in 46254, (317) 293-8060) and was informed to schedule an appointment. While driving out of the driveway and depressing the brake pedal, the brake failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to ray skillman Mazda west where it was diagnosed that the brake booster needed to be replaced. The extended warranty had expired; therefore, the contact would have to pay for the repairs. The vehicle was not repaired due to the diagnostic and repair fees. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 136,493.
The contact owns a 2008 Mazda cx-9. While driving various speeds, the brake pedal became difficult to depress without warning. The contact stated that the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard before stopping the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the electronic brake booster failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the warranty had expired. The local dealer was not contacted. No further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 126,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Mazda Cx9. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. The contact was able to safely pull over. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was stated that the brake booster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.