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Service bulletins for the 2023 Mazda CX-9

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

220 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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SA-023-252025-06-05. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control 3. MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle reception strength icon shows "X" or " ".
SA-017-25a2025-06-05. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Mazda Connected Services.
SA-012-25a2025-06-05. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
09-024-252025-06-04. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some vehicles may exhibit following symptoms: 1. The rearview mirror (1) rattles up and down (2) while adjusting the mirror. 2. The rearview mirror (1) makes a rattle noise depending on the road surface conditions while driving. This concern is caused during rearview mirror installation. The adhesive is squeezed out between the windshield and the mirror base. The rearview mirror is assembled on top of the overextended adhesive. The adhesive is softened by heat, and loosening screws, results in a rattling concern.
07-004-252025-05-03. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is caused by condensation, dust, and pollen within the cooling unit. This condition is usually worse during high humidity conditions. “Mazda Air Cooling Coil Coating” is available to encapsulate the mold to reduce odors. If the product is properly applied, it can effectively reduce the musty/mildew odor for up to three years.
SA-020-252025-05-03. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. There have been warranty claims submitted for growling or bearing whine noise in differentials, transfer units and transmissions where the source of the noise was a wheel bearing. This misdiagnosis can lead to multiple repair attempts, warranty debits, and additional inconvenience and/or cost to the customer. To reduce the chance of this occurring, please follow the steps outlined in the repair procedure.
SA-017-252025-04-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
SA-016-252025-04-01. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. The new AWD rear differential DOES NOT come with a breather cap on the rear of the differential, therefore a new one will need to be ordered and installed when replacing the differential. NOTE: The breather threads have a sealant and locking compound that prevents it from being reused. Refer to GEPC for the correct part number of the Differential Breather. The instructions on MGSS will be updated soon to include replacing the breather when replacing the differential with a new unit.
SA-009-252025-03-05. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some customers may experience a Connected Vehicle failure. The MyMazda App may display an Error Code. This document provides Error Code description and recovery information to assist with repairs.
SA-007-252025-03-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code.
SA-004-25a2025-03-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Key Transmitter Power Saving Function: When the key transmitter Power Saving Function is turned ON, transmitter battery power consumption is restricted, thereby extending the transmitter battery life and the following will occur: The engine will not start unless the key transmitter is held over the Start Stop button. • Outside door handle lock/unlock touch sensor is inoperative. • Key transmitter indicator lights are inoperative. • The following DTC's may be stored: DTC B13D3:94 (Communication error with remote transmitter) ○ DTC P1260:00 (Immobilizer system problem).
SA-012-252025-03-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
SA-005-252025-02-05. Service bulletin. STEERING. Before judging a steering wheel as having premature wear or a defect, first clean the steering wheel as explained in the repair information. Some vehicles may have steering wheel stains caused by chemicals such as hand lotions.
SA-004-252025-02-05. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Key Transmitter Power Saving Function: When the key transmitter Power Saving Function is turned ON, transmitter battery power consumption is restricted, thereby extending the transmitter battery life. NOTE: Some customers may complain about an engine no start. This may be caused by the customer inadvertently putting the key transmitter in Power Saving Function.
SA-003-252025-02-05. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. When performing the MGSS Workshop Manual 360° View Monitor System Aiming Procedure, M-MDS may show error message "Procedure unsuccessful". This may be caused by light glare on the SST.
SA-009-24e2025-01-04. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
09-048-24a2025-01-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some customers may experience the following symptoms of the wireless charger (Qi), even when the mobile device (smartphone etc.) is placed in the proper position on the wireless charger (Qi). It does not start charging. It stops charging with the indicator flashing in red after starting. It stops charging without any visible sign after starting. For CX-50, some customers may experience that despite placing the MagSafe®-equipped iPhone® at the center of the wireless charger, charging stops after about ten seconds. MagSafe-equipped iPhones use magnets to align the charger and the device. When charging MagSafe-equipped iPhones with a non-MagSafe compatible charger, improper alignment can cause the magnetic field required for charging to be disrupted by the magnets, significantly reducing charging efficiency.
SA-081-242024-12-04. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some customers may report concerns with interior upholstery surface stains particularly on high contact areas (e.g.: seats, steering wheel, door panels, shifter...etc.). This may be caused by skin oils or chemicals such as hand lotions.
SA-070-24a2024-12-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. When the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) replacement is necessary due to a failure, use MDARS to activate the new TCU after replacement. Use the information in this service alert to initialize the new TCU until the procedure on MGSS is updated.
SA-017-24c2024-12-04. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control 3. MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle reception strength icon shows "X" or " ".
SA-031-24a2024-11-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This service information provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in stock at the dealer, inspect and maintain the batteries periodically according to the repair procedure.
SA-079-242024-11-04. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. The SKYACTIV-DRIVE FW6A-EL AT uses “Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Type: FZ”. Only use “ATF-FZ” to fill or top off the fluid level. ATF-FZ is specially designed for use in the SKYACTIV-DRIVE series AT. It is a low viscosity formula with less friction for better fuel economy. NOTE: ATF-FZ is colored blue for easy identification.
SA-016-24c2024-11-04. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging. If you encounter a customer complaint for any one of these symptoms, refer to the following information to understand why symptoms may occur, and to better assist the customer in resolving their specific brake concern.
09-046-242024-11-03. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. Some vehicles may experience stains appearing on the hood, roof and/or trunk of the vehicle. This concern is most likely to be found in a cold weather areas just after the RAPGARD is removed at PDI. This may be caused by moisture which has been trapped and condensed between the paint and the RAPGARD. These types of stains can be removed with a heat gun or an infrared drier. If you encounter this concern during PDI, use a heat gun or an infrared drier to apply heat to the affected area to remove the stain(s).
09-022-24b2024-11-03. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. Some customers may complain that the power liftgate (PLG) may open unintentionally while the vehicle is parked or stopped. Due to the shape of the 7th generation remote transmitter, the power liftgate button may be long pressed unintentionally in a pocket or a bag. To eliminate this concern, the keyless control specification has been modified. The button press time has been increased from 0.5 seconds to 1 second.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.