Forward Collision Avoidance Problems of Mazda CX9

Mazda CX9 owners have reported 18 forward collision avoidance related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common forward collision avoidance problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic emergency braking (10 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's warnings (7 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Forward Collision Avoidance related problems of Mazda CX9


Recently reported Forward Collision Avoidance problems of Mazda CX9

The Automatic Emergency Braking problem

I am submitting this recall request because my vehicle has experienced repeated incidents of a serious safety issue. While driving—most often on the highway—a warning appears that says “Smart system brake malfunction.   Read details...

The Warnings problem

On February 9, 2026, our 2023 Mazda cx?9 experienced a sudden and complete system malfunction while being driven. Multiple system failures began approximately six minutes before the crash. During this time, the driver reported: • total loss of steering • complete brake failure • no   Read details...

The Adaptive Cruise Control problem

When driving with adaptive cruise control engaged I have had multiple incidents where the forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking engages when there is no vehicle in front of me. Similarly, with adaptive cruise control engaged and approaching a red light, I have had multiple   Read details...




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