2007 Mazda CX-7: check engine light

Filed Aug 27, 2018 · Engine, Suspension · 148,000 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda cx-7. While driving various speeds, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. North frontier auto (205 8th ave se, pine city, mn) was called and diagnosed that an unknown sensor failed. The vehicle was not repaired and the vehicle could not be started. The contact was able to get the battery jumpstarted and drove to north frontier auto where the codes were cleared. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated again. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the timing chain and solenoid were defective and needed to be replaced. The solenoid failure was repaired, but the timing chain failure was not. The vehicle was returned to the dealer where they stated that they repaired the timing chain. After the vehicle was repaired, the contact stated that the axle, ball joint, and control arm were detached. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failures were confirmed and the timing chain was confirmed to be incorrectly installed by the dealer. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 148,000.

Filed Nov 4, 2017 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 8,000 miles · FL · crash · 1 injury

I am having issues with my engine light on and my car having problems with a loud noise coming from the engine as well as sometimes shaking while stop in a light for a while.

Filed Sep 12, 2017 · Airbags, Engine · 116,000 miles · NY · fire

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 mazda cx-7. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v429000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to eagle auto mall (1320 old country rd, riverhead, ny 11901 (631) 727-0700), but the dealer refused to repair the recall and stated that the contact would need to take the vehicle to the dealer from where the vehicle was purchased. The contact took the vehicle to mazda 112 (2112 ny-112, medford, ny 11763 (631) 654-2746), but the dealer also refused to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and advised the contact to take the vehicle to a mazda dealer. The contact had not experienced an air bag failure. Also, while driving, the contact smelled a burning odor throughout the vehicle and noticed smoke coming from the hood. The exact location of the smoke could not be determined. The contact stated that he previously had to use a gallon of oil per week. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact called major world at (866) 614-2884 (43-40 northern blvd, long island city, ny 11101) where the dealer stated that the engine was not covered under warranty. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 116,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available/parts distribution disconnect. Updated 11/01/17*lj updated 7/17/18

Filed May 16, 2017 · Engine · 120,580 miles · WA

At hwy speed, in motion, on state hwy, engine light came on, heard a pop and then vehicle died

Filed Sep 23, 2016 · Engine · 145,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda cx-7. While the vehicle was parked, a hose failed and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 145,000.

Filed Sep 8, 2016 · Engine · 96,062 miles · CA

Hi, we bought mazda cx-7 grand touring [VIN# last 8 digits: [xxx] used car during oct 2014 in fremont. The car had around 84k miles. We spent around $13k thinking good fit for kids school drop in short distance. Hardly used < 9k miles in 2 years. Timely service has been done. However, recently seeing check engine light on with code p0303 [engine-3] missfires. Replaced spark plugs, perform fluid system cleaning, replace throttle body spending close to $1500+. Check engine still stays on even after this'. Now fremont mazda dealer recommending to replace the engine [which costs around $9k]. Later did some study on web and learnt that mazda cx-7 is very well known for this issues and that is the reason mazda has discontinued the cx-7 model knowing internal turbo related issues. Customers buy cars based on search and reliability considering long term usage [like other cars which runs more than 150k miles] and not expected this. It's pain to see not hardly used 10k+ miles even after spending $15k. Mazda should accept their engine design issue and do some credit to lost costumer. To keep this customer [me] with mazda, mazda should refund the total customer expenses and allow him to by new mazda latest version by paying difference amount. Have attached recent documents from fremont-mazda dealer for your review and support. Highly appreciate your understanding and helping the customer. Home address: [xxx] cell: [xxx] email: [xxx] car details: mazda cx-7 grand touring. Vin# last 8 digits: [xxx] apprx miles: 96k+ regards, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Mar 25, 2016 · Airbags, Engine · CA

In the last 2 months I've had issues with the airbag system light illuminating on the dash and also the passenger occupancy light not illuminating at all. I then have a check engine light on and had it diagnosed and it is the thermostat that is not working properly. The tech at the auto shop said that this is extremely common with mazda cx-7. If that is the case, why has it not been recalled? I have read through hundreds of articles online stating the same issues with the airbag system and the thermostat.

Filed Jan 9, 2016 · Airbags, Engine · AL

First the air con compressor went out,now the air bags lights stays on.the engine light is also on.mazda needs to recall these vehicles.there has been problems with this vehicle from the beginning.

Filed Dec 2, 2015 · Suspension · 100,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda cx-7. While driving at various speeds, the check engine warning illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that a coil spring failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, however the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the coil springs failed once again and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed May 29, 2015 · Engine · 80,000 miles · MD

The engine light came on (not the first time). The mazda mechanic said it was the ect sensor. It was replaced and the engine light came on again the next day. Took it back and they said, well it is probably another problem. I have taken t back a few time, but no one is able to give an actual solution. I took it to a non-affiliated mazda mechanic and he said it is the throttle (the car stopped again in may, 2015) and hears the engine noise which could be the timing chain. I just don't trust mazda or it's mechanics and

Filed May 22, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 124,000 miles · MO

I bought this car in february 2013 and two times since then I have had to replace the timing chain, thankfully my husband and I bought the extended warranty, but I have a feeling that it will do it again before I even pay my car off. Just a month ago I had to take my car in because my engine light came on, so I checked my engine oil and there was none on the dip stick. Called the place I just came from getting my oil changed the week before and found out that the turbo charger was malfunctioning and sucking all the oil out of the oil pan. The dealership says that it common for that make and model... My warranty covered the work but barely. I now have 4,000 miles left on my warranty.... What else could go wrong! I will never buy another mazda period!

Filed May 6, 2015 · Engine · 86,500 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda cx-7. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,500.