2008 (and up??) CX-9 brake warranty claims being investigated - NHTSA

[Siper2]

http://www.trucktrend.com/features/...vestigating_mazda_cx_9_brake_issue/index.html

August 17, 2011

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating the Mazda CX-9 for possible brake degradation due to leaking brake fluid.
According to the Automotive News, the NHTSA opened the investigation on all 2008 Mazda CX-9 models. The report estimates that 37,000 units could be affected, and no injuries or crashes have been reported. The investigation stems from repeated warranty claims for decreased brake operation due to the leaking fluid.

"When brake fluid leaks into the vacuum booster the driver can experience reduced brake effectiveness which can result in extended stopping distance," the filing said.
A recall will follow if investigators find a significant safety issue that needs to be addressed.

Source: Automotive News (subscription required)

http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2011/08/mazda-cx-9-warranty-claims-investigated-by-nhtsa.html

15/08/2011

U.S safety regulators have begun investigating warranty claims regarding the brake effectiveness of the 2008 Mazda CX-9. The investigation surrounds leaking brake fluid that could affect the brakes of the 2008 CX-9, according to NHTSA.

So far, no injuries or crashes have been reported however, an estimated 37,000 vehicles could be affected. Information was sent to the NHTSA from Mazda regarding a period in the first quarter of 2008 to the third quarter of 2010, displaying a high number of warranty claims and reports for the affected CX-9.When brake fluid leaks into the vacuum booster the driver can experience reduced brake effectiveness which can result in extended stopping distance, the filing said. So far, a preliminary investigation has been launched that could lead to a recall if regulators determine the vehicle components to be unsafe.

[Source: Reuters]

Apologies if this was posted already. I only posted it since these were just released a couple of weeks ago, and I didn't find similar threads in my search. My wife and I are considering a 2011 CX-9 Touring/Grand Touring and this is something I found, while hopping around online for info.

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[table5511]

It has been posted....but not a big deal. I wouldn't let this hinder you from buying a CX-9. They have outstanding quality compared to similarly priced 3 row crossovers. As you can see on this forum, alot of folks are pretty passionate about their CX-9 (myself included.)

 

[Siper2]

Oh don't worry, it isn't a (major) deterrent. But it was definitely worth noting, of course.

Feel free to read my "cross-shopping for cars" thread, and leave feedback if you like! The CX-9 is the frontrunner for us, at this time.