CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2007 Mazda CX-7 has numerous reports filed with the NHTSA about engine & A/C problems.
Owners report problems with the 2007 CX-7's Variable Valve Timing (VVT) & timing chain failing, causing major damage to the engine — Mazda uses an interference design so typically the valves are bent & the entire engine needs to be replaced. Mazda dealers typically quote $9,000 for an engine replacement.
There is also a trend of the turbo failing at low mileage.
Finally for the 2007 CX-7 there is a clear pattern of A/C compressor failure at relatively low mileage. Owners report smoke & occasionally the serpentine belt catches fire when the A/C compressor clutch seizes while driving. Mazda extended the A/C warranty to 60,000 miles, however many owners report their A/C compressor failed very soon after the 60k mark.
In 2011, Mazda began a "Special Service Program" that extended the warranty to 7 years/70,000 miles covering turbocharger oil leaks & excessive timing chain noise — an early sign of timing chain failure. However coverage under the program requires perfect documentation of all required maintenance with other stipulations. Buyer beware.
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really awful- Typical Repair Cost:
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- Average Mileage:
- 72,000 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 1 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- Mazda owning up to a malfunction in their turbocharger (1 reports)
engine problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
I am writing this in regards to a MAJOR issue that I myself and thousands of other Mazda CX7 owners are having. I will try to make my story as short as possible.. Otherwise, I could be here for days.
I purchased my 2007 Mazda cx7 in 2010 used with approx 24,000 miles on it. I decided to purchase an extended warranty on the car which cost me $2,500... But thought it was worth it since it covered everything up until 106,000 miles. Never had any major issues with the car... Until September 2013, when my engine light came on, my car made a horrible noise. I called Mazda, brought it in ASAP... Received a call 3 days later.. my turbo blew/engine damage.
My first reaction... OK, THANK GOD I purchased the warranty. Well, I was wrong. After an inspector came out to look at my car... The warranty company denied my claim to fix my car due to negligence and improper upkeep to my car. The warranty company wanted me to produce 3 years worth of oil change receipts! I told them that I could get the receipts for a few.. But I wasn't one to go to the same place for oil changes... and they totally denied repairs on my car. They said that my car has excessive sludge in the engine... and that it's my fault. I was appalled. I KNEW I took my car for oil changes every 3-5 thousand miles...
So, I decided to do a little research on my own. I browsed on the internet for an hour or so.... and was astonished to find out that there are THOUSANDS of other car owners going through the SAME EXACT nightmare that I am right now. We are ALL being blamed for sludge in our engine.. Which caused our turbo/engine to blow. We are ALL being denied by either Mazda or an extended warranty company. I appealed the warranty company, sent them all the info I had... They still denied me.
There are Service Bulletins stating that Mazda is aware of this issue.. But no recall?? I even saw that my car is a Lemon.. Contacted a lemon law consultant... They told me that they are very much aware of my issue... But, they don't deal with third party warranty companies. I want everyone to know that Mazda is ripping off customers.. Selling them a car with a default in their engine... and to avoid a recall.. They are blaming the consumer.. and not fixing our cars! I have been left with no vehicle, a $440 car payment, and for two months I rented a car for $300 a week!! I am beside myself. I am frustrated. I want Mazda to be exposed for lying and blaming customers for a problem that they refuse to take responsibility for.
- Marisa P., Turnersville, NJ, US