Mazda CX-7 — Specs, Problems & Recalls

Decode any Mazda CX-7 VIN below for the exact build from NHTSA vPIC: model year, trim, engine, transmission, drivetrain and assembly plant — plus open safety recalls and crash-test ratings, free and without registration.

Research any Mazda CX-7 model year

Specs, engines, MPG and open safety recalls for each production year.

Each year page has that year's specific specs, EPA MPG, NHTSA crash-test ratings and every open recall campaign filed for that year and model.

Overview
MakeMazda
ModelCX-7
Body StyleVehicle
Production YearsMultiple model years
Country of OriginJapan
Available Engines

Mazda CX-7 generations

Model-line generations with their production years. Each generation hub lists every model year with its data.

Generations of the Mazda CX-7
Only gen (ER) 2006–2012

Check engine light on your Mazda CX-7?

Every 1996-and-newer car uses the OBD-II standard. Enter any stored code, then P0300, P0420, or search our full database of over 2,000 codes, to see what it means and how serious it is.

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Recent Recalls

Recall data for this model has not been ingested yet. Check the official NHTSA recall lookup or decode a specific VIN — VIN decodes always query the current NHTSA database.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I decode a Mazda CX-7 VIN?

Enter the 17-character VIN in the box above. VinSpecs returns the exact year, trim, engine, drivetrain and assembly plant for your Mazda CX-7, plus any open recalls, free.

Is the Mazda CX-7 reliable?

Reliability varies by model year and engine, decode the VIN and check the vehicle history before buying.

How do I check the Mazda CX-7 for recalls?

Use our free recall checker by year, make and model, or decode a specific VIN for its exact recall status.

What should I check before buying a used Mazda CX-7?

Run a VIN decode + recall check here, get a NMVTIS-backed title history report to catch salvage/flood brands, then have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle on a lift. Cross-reference the seller's mileage claim against the odometer history on record.

Where is the VIN located on a Mazda CX-7?

The 17-character VIN is stamped in several places: visible through the windshield on the driver's-side dashboard, on a sticker inside the driver's door jamb, and on the vehicle registration and insurance card. All should match, mismatched VINs are a fraud red flag.