1st Apr 2019, 20:29

I am the original poster. I am updating as well as answering the question of the above person that posted. Sorry I couldn't update much sooner. I am at around 113,400 miles and in June it will be 12 years of ownership. I am now in the process of replacing the driver's side tie rod end again. This will be the 3rd replacement and 4th overall. I am hoping to get to 150k miles which I will consider break even for the CUV since it was pretty expensive at the time. The transfer case still leaks some and I had to do a drain and fill, as I suspect that the dealer put in the wrong fluid and I don't think it was accidental. I also had to replace the brake booster since it was out of the extended warranty that Mazda provided because of the high failure rate. That should definitely be a recall. I will try to update as I continue to own the car.

27th Mar 2025, 17:23

This is the original poster again. I am currently at 141k miles.

The things I have done were front brake pads, rotors, calipers and new brake hoses.

Rear pads and rotors.

Front struts with monroe quick struts. which was a big mistake. and now I may have to purchase another set again.

A radiator which the mechanic I used did because there are too many cats where I live and I don't want them to die because of antifreeze consumption.

A check engine light at 140k which came out to 990 dollars for 3 injectors, plugs and a new manifold gasket in 2024. Also the radiator replacement was around 580 dollars which was replaced during the pandemic. I also replaced both tie rod ends with aftermarket.

Finally 2 TPMS sensors which cost me a total of about 60 as I purchased oOEM overstock from eBay and had a tire place replace them at 20 each. The second sensor was just replaced about a month ago. Hopefully I can get to my goal of 150k miles as I don't want to put too much money into this. The one thing I do notice is that the original parts last longer than the replacements even if they are OEM. I will try to continue updating if possible.

7th May 2026, 19:55

This is the original poster again

This will be the final update as I had to get rid of the car with approximately 144k miles. I didn't reach my stated break even goal of 150k miles. What happened was that the fuel gauge needle was going up and down and I figured no big deal I will just fill it up with gas weekly as I usually do. What I didn't realize is that it also sets off a check engine light and it was very close to state inspection time. I just didn't really have the time or figured it to be worth the money anymore to fix as this would have been over 1 thousand to fix due to the fact that the tank had to be dropped. I donated the vehicle and didn't get much for it which was expected.

I also had another rattling noise which could have been another heat shield or something more serious. If I was to totally fix this vehicle because it goes through suspension parts and brake pads like no ones business, it would not be worth it. The good is the engine, transmission and brake system. The bad is the suspension components as this vehicle is too heavy for the size of the components that they use for the suspension. I got almost 19 years out of it so I can't really complain. I have already purchased another replacement vehicle for this one and I will do a review on it when I get a chance. The one thing I do advise is if you buy it used have a pre purchase inspection done. Sellers won't really disclose why they are selling the vehicle. Hope this info helps.