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2024 Mazda CX-90

Plug-in hybridHybrid
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
3 EPA-rated configurations
Data refreshed 2026-09-11
F
Safety Signal
37 / 100 from the NHTSA recall record
RecallsNHTSA campaigns11
Complaintsowner reports to NHTSA432
Crash ratingNHTSA overall5★
Fuel economybest combined, EPA25 mpg
202620252024

The 2024 Mazda CX-90 is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid and hybrid midsize or large SUV with 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the CX-90 4WD, is EPA-rated at 25 mpg combined. NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for this model year, which gives it a Safety Signal grade of F. Owners have filed 432 complaints, most often about the steering. NHTSA crash-tested it at 5 stars overall.

Specs & fuel economy

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
ConfigurationPowertrainDriveEngine / motorCityHwyCombRangekWh/100miCharge (240V)Annual fuel*
CX-90 4WDPlug-in hybrid4WD2.5L 4-cyl + 68 kW DCPM242725 (56 MPGe blended)26 mi electric582.1 h$3,100
CX-90 4WDHybrid4WD3.3L 6-cyl turbo + 44V Li-Ion242825———$2,500
CX-90 4WDHybrid4WD3.3L 6-cyl turbo + 44V Li-Ion232825———$3,100

*EPA estimate at 15,000 miles/year at EPA reference fuel and electricity prices. fueleconomy.gov record ids: 49030, 46607, 46608.

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Recalls (11)

Source: NHTSA recall database
○minor

Electrical System

7825I
104,854 vehicles
ProblemMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEV). The fuel gauge in the instrument cluster may display an inaccurate fuel reading.RiskAn inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.FixDealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. The manufacturer's number for this recall is 78251. The information in your report suggests that Mazda may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defec
NHTSA campaign 25V568000reported Sep 2, 2025Mazda North American Operations
▲high

Power Train

7024J
31,488 vehicles
ProblemMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 vehicles. The powertrain control module (PCM) and engine control modules (ECM) software may cause malfunction indicator lights to illuminate and a loss of drive power.RiskLoss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers will reprogram the PCM and ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7024J.
NHTSA campaign 24V815000reported Oct 31, 2024Mazda North American Operations
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Power Train

7024J
38,926 vehicles
ProblemMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles. The engine may not restart after the idling stop feature (i-stop) turns off the engine due to a software issue.RiskAn engine that fails to restart increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers will reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) and the battery energy control module (BECM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7024J.
NHTSA campaign 24V816000reported Oct 31, 2024Mazda North American Operations
○minor

Electrical System

7124J
80,915 vehicles
ProblemMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 vehicles equipped with a Dash Electrical Supply Unit (ESU). During vehicle startup, the defroster, seat belt warning, 360° view monitor functions, and the PHEV high-voltage battery cooling system may not function properly.RiskAn ESU that does not function properly, increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers will reprogram the Dash ESU with improved software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7124J.
NHTSA campaign 24V814000reported Oct 31, 2024Mazda North American Operations
○minor

Electrical System

7024J
14,902 vehicles
ProblemMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Improper inverter software may cause the malfunction indicator lights to illuminate, and a loss of drive power may occur while in electric vehicle (EV) mode.RiskLoss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers will install improved inverter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7024J.
NHTSA campaign 24V817000reported Oct 31, 2024Mazda North American Operations
▲high

Forward Collision Avoidance

6724E
9,914 vehicles
ProblemMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles. The brakes may activate suddenly due to the automatic braking system falsely detecting certain objects while driving.RiskUnexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers will reprogram the vehicle control module (VCM) with updated software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6724E.
NHTSA campaign 24V349000reported May 16, 2024Mazda North American Operations
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Steering

6524A
43,454 vehicles
ProblemMazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles. An assembly issue with the worm gear in the steering system may result in a sudden loss of power steering assist.RiskLoss of power steering assist while driving increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers will replace the spring engaging the worm gear and reapply grease to the gear teeth, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6524A.
NHTSA campaign 24V022000reported Jan 18, 2024Mazda North American Operations
○minor

Power Train

6323J
4,252 vehicles
ProblemMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. Due to a software error, the engine and electric motor may shut down unexpectedly, which can result in a loss of drive power.RiskA loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.FixDealers will update the powertrain control module and engine control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6323J.
NHTSA campaign 23V719000reported Oct 26, 2023Mazda North American Operations
○minor

Back Over Prevention

6223J
11,903 vehicles
ProblemMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and MAZDA3 vehicles. Due to a software error, the rearview, front, and/or side camera images may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."RiskA camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.FixDealers will update the view monitor control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6223J.
NHTSA campaign 23V718000reported Oct 26, 2023Mazda North American Operations
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Forward Collision Avoidance

6123H
17,600 vehicles
ProblemMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles. Software in the Approaching Vehicle Audible System (AVAS) Information Sound Box (ISB) amplifier may be missing, which can cause inaccurate, external pedestrian warning sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles."RiskInaccurate external warning sounds may confuse pedestrians about the direction of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.FixDealers will update the AVAS ISB amplifier software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6123H.
NHTSA campaign 23V553000reported Aug 4, 2023Mazda North American Operations
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Steering

5923F
18 vehicles
ProblemMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles. Some steering and suspension bolts may be missing or improperly tightened, which can cause the steering intermediate shaft, the front anti-lock brake system wheel speed sensor harnesses, or the front upper control arms to detach, resulting in a loss of vehicle control.RiskA loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers will inspect and tighten or replace the steering and suspension bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 5923F.
NHTSA campaign 23V429000reported Jun 15, 2023Mazda North American Operations

NHTSA defect investigations

Steering:Rack And Pinion — Momentary increase in steering effort after recall remedy open

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 26 complaints and several Early Warning Reporting (EWR) Field Reports alleging intermittent and brief increases in steering effort (described as “sticky steering�) during the drive cycle in model year (MY) 2024 CX-90 vehicles manufactured by Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) subject to Recall 24V2022. In each complaint, the vehicle had the recall remedy completed prior to the reported incident. Recall 24V022 addresses a sudden and unexpected change of steering effort while driving caused by excessive worm gear friction force. After receiving the recall 24V022 remedy, consumers report sudden increases of steering effort while dr

Opened Jan 26, 2026 · action RQ26002

Owner complaints

Source: NHTSA complaint database
432complaints filed

15 involved a crash · 1 a fire · 15 injuries · 0 deaths reported

Filed per year: 2023: 48 · 2024: 95 · 2025: 73 · 2026: 216

Most-cited components

Steering186
Engine80
Electrical System71
Forward Collision Avoidance60
Unspecified49
Power Train31

What owners describe

“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? "Hybrid System Malfunction. Stop Vehicle in a Safe Location." Car completely inoperable. Had to tow to dealership as would not start or go out of park. Hybrid and High Voltage battery issues reported by multiple owners. T…”Jan 24, 2024 · Electrical System · NHTSA owner report
“Vehicle engine suddenly loses significant power, the car violently shakes and the engine starts knocking. When attempting to bring the car to a safe location, the vehicles brakes wouldn’t work. Then the car displayed a bunch of errors, like “Engine Malfunctionâ€� and “Hybrid System Malfunctionâ€�. The car has bee…”Jan 22, 2024 · Engine · NHTSA owner report
“Driving to work the dash lit up with warming signs stating electrical leak detected, Malfunction to hybrid system stop car immediately and contact dealership. Once stopped the car locked up. It would not start would not engage in to gear. There is no neutral gear bypass. We were stranded. Called Mazda roadside assistan…”Jan 20, 2024 · Electrical System · NHTSA owner report

Complaint counts are raw owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects, and scale with how many were sold. Use them to spot patterns, not to rank.

Crash ratings

Source: NHTSA NCAP
ConfigurationOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover risk
SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆16%
SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆13%

NHTSA New Car Assessment Program. Standard driver-assist: forward collision warning, lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking.

Other CX-90 model years

A

2026 Mazda CX-90

0 recalls · 7 complaints

A

2025 Mazda CX-90

2 recalls · 40 complaints

Sources & method

Safety Signal starts every model-year at 100 and subtracts points per open NHTSA recall campaign by severity: critical 15 (fire risk, park-outside or do-not-drive advisories), high 8 (brakes, steering, airbags, loss of drive power, structure, battery), moderate 6, minor 3 (software, labels, lighting fixed by an update). Floor 35. A ≥ 90, B ≥ 80, C ≥ 70, D ≥ 60, otherwise F. Complaint counts and NHTSA crash ratings are shown separately and are not blended into the grade.

EPA figures come from fueleconomy.gov vehicle records. Recalls, complaints, investigations and crash ratings come from NHTSA's public flat files, refreshed weekly.

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