Squeaking or Creaking Noise from Right Rear Suspension – 2016 Mazda CX-9

If you encounter a customer complaint of a squeaking or creaking noise from right rear suspension while driving over bumps, be aware that updated rear coil spring parts are available through the MNAO-Technical Hotline. Repair Procedure: 1. Replace both rear coil springs (even if noise comes from only right rear side) with updated (improved) parts according to the instructions … Read more

Creaking Noise from Front Lower Arm Bushing – 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5, 2014-2016 Mazda3 & Mazda6

2013-16 CX-5, 2014-16 MAZDA3 AND MAZDA6 – CREAKING NOISE FROM FRONT LOWER ARM BUSHING Some customers may notice a creaking noise from the lower arm when driving over road bumps at 20-40 km/h. This is caused by stick-slip of the front lower arm bushing.   The noise occurs when the road surface is wet or … Read more

Squeak Noise when Door Glass Moves Up or Down – 2016 Mazda MX-5

2016 MX-5 – SQUEAK NOISE WHEN DOOR GLASS MOVES UP AND/OR DOWN APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS 2016 MX-5 vehicles with VINs lower than JM1ND******112654 (produced before February 29, 2016)   Squeak noise when the door glass moves up and/or down. This concern happens especially when the door glass is wet with moisture or after a car wash. … Read more

Creak Squeak Noise from Rear Suspension – 1995-2000 Mazda Millenia

CREAK/SQUEAK NOISE FROM REAR SUSPENSION APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS All 1995-2000 Millenia.   When driving at slow speeds, entering driveways, driving over speed bumps in parking lots, or driving on rough roads, a creak or squeak noise may be heard from the rear suspension.   This noise may be caused from lack of lubrication at the ball … Read more

Whining Noise from Rear Differential When Driving – 2006-2013 Mazda MX-5

2006-2013 MX-5 – WHINING NOISE FROM REAR DIFFERENTIAL APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS 2006-2013 MX-5 vehicles with VINs lower than JM1NC******233232 (produced before May 29, 2013)   Whining noise from the rear differential when driving.   The concern may be caused by improper tooth contact pattern of the rear differential gear from abnormal wear. This abnormal wear is … Read more