The Verdict
Worst problem area
Steering
Steering leads by volume: 196 of 371 complaints (53%) mention it.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 371
- Recall campaigns
- 11
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,500–$3,100
- Combined MPG
- 25
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2024 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,500–3,100 | 2,500–3,100 | 2,500–3,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 25 | 25 | 25–26 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 23–24 / 27–28 | 23–24 / 27–28 | 23–24 / 28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 354–358 | 354–358 | 354–358 | |
| Complaints filed | 371 | 37 | 15 | |
| Recalls issued | 11 | 2 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 8 | 1 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 11 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2024 Mazda CX-90 have?
11 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2024 Mazda CX-90?
Steering: 196 of 371 NHTSA complaints (53%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Mazda CX-90 get?
EPA rates it 25 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Mazda CX-90?
EPA estimates $2,500–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 24 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | 25 mpg | $2,500 (low) | 354 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 23 mpg (low) | 28 mpg (high) | 25 mpg | $3,100 (high) | 358 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 24 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (low) | 25 mpg | $3,100 (high) | 168 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 54 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 41 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 16 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 196 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 59 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 13 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 39 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (11)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT
- Defect
- Mazda 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.
- Consequence
- An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers 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 defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
- Defect
- Mazda 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.
- Consequence
- An ESU that does not function properly, increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers 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.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Mazda 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.
- Consequence
- An engine that fails to restart increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:INVERTER
- Defect
- Mazda 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.
- Consequence
- Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers 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.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
- Defect
- Mazda 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.
- Consequence
- Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers 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.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
- Defect
- Mazda 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.
- Consequence
- Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers 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.
STEERING
- Defect
- Mazda 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.
- Consequence
- Loss of power steering assist while driving increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers 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.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA; LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Defect
- Mazda 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."
- Consequence
- A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers 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.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Mazda 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.
- Consequence
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers 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.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT; BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
- Defect
- Mazda 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."
- Consequence
- Inaccurate external warning sounds may confuse pedestrians about the direction of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers 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.
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STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS; SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Defect
- Mazda 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.
- Consequence
- A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers 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.