NovCruisin
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- 2017 Mazda CX-9
We bought a brand new 2017 CX9 Grand Touring 2WD and it has been quite a headache for the last two years. Did we get a lemon or are these normal problems? We own a Toyota that is a 2012 (original owners) and we've never had one single problem with that car.
It started with oil leaking. One dealership said the oil pan was cracked ($700 to replace) and the other said the drain plug was the problem b/c Mazda uses temporary drain plugs on new vehicles not meant to be replaced after an oil change. So we go with option 2 hoping the cheaper route would work. $20 they put on a new drain plug. Next oil change...leaking again. So we bought a Fumoto plug, had the dealership change the oil and tighten that sucker on. We haven't had a problem with leaking since. (BTW thanks to this forum for the Fumoto recommendation).
The tire pressure sensor is constantly on even though we have checked the tire pressure and they are fine...so we eternally drive around with that light on (mad)
Then about two months ago the check engine light came on and we took it to AutoZone who did the diagnostic test which came back as "Exhaust gas recirculation flow insufficient". We haven't been able to determine what that means...the check engine light goes on and off for this issue. We will be ordering a new air filter....don't know if that will change the issue though? We looked at the engine air filter and it looks fine to the naked eye.
This car actually burns oil which is weird. We have to "top off" the oil in between oil changes.
Now, another light is on "Engine Oil Level Sensor Malfunction" has come on. We just topped off the oil Friday, so it isn't low - I guess the issue is the actual sensor?
What the heck is going on with this vehicle?! Can anyone help me figure out what the deal is with all these problems. I think if I can't get these issues to stop, I am going to trade in for a vehicle that isn't a Mazda. I've honestly never had problems like this with any other vehicle I've ever owned (I've had Toyota new, Dodge new, Lexus used, Acura used, Buick used).
It's honestly exhausting for a 2 year old vehicle. Sadly the warranty is 3 yrs/36,000 miles and I've reached 48,000 miles so I am out of the warranty period I believe.
It started with oil leaking. One dealership said the oil pan was cracked ($700 to replace) and the other said the drain plug was the problem b/c Mazda uses temporary drain plugs on new vehicles not meant to be replaced after an oil change. So we go with option 2 hoping the cheaper route would work. $20 they put on a new drain plug. Next oil change...leaking again. So we bought a Fumoto plug, had the dealership change the oil and tighten that sucker on. We haven't had a problem with leaking since. (BTW thanks to this forum for the Fumoto recommendation).
The tire pressure sensor is constantly on even though we have checked the tire pressure and they are fine...so we eternally drive around with that light on (mad)
Then about two months ago the check engine light came on and we took it to AutoZone who did the diagnostic test which came back as "Exhaust gas recirculation flow insufficient". We haven't been able to determine what that means...the check engine light goes on and off for this issue. We will be ordering a new air filter....don't know if that will change the issue though? We looked at the engine air filter and it looks fine to the naked eye.
This car actually burns oil which is weird. We have to "top off" the oil in between oil changes.
Now, another light is on "Engine Oil Level Sensor Malfunction" has come on. We just topped off the oil Friday, so it isn't low - I guess the issue is the actual sensor?
What the heck is going on with this vehicle?! Can anyone help me figure out what the deal is with all these problems. I think if I can't get these issues to stop, I am going to trade in for a vehicle that isn't a Mazda. I've honestly never had problems like this with any other vehicle I've ever owned (I've had Toyota new, Dodge new, Lexus used, Acura used, Buick used).
It's honestly exhausting for a 2 year old vehicle. Sadly the warranty is 3 yrs/36,000 miles and I've reached 48,000 miles so I am out of the warranty period I believe.