The 2024 Mazda Cx-90 has 11 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 358,226 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 454 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the steering. Last updated July 20, 2026.
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…
STRUCTURE24V8140002024-10-3180,915 affected
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.
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 TRAIN24V8160002024-10-3138,926 affected
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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING24V8150002024-10-3131,488 affected
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.
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.
STEERING24V0220002024-01-1843,454 affected
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.
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…
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 TRAIN23V7190002023-10-264,252 affected
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.
BACK OVER PREVENTION23V5530002023-08-0417,600 affected
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…
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.
SUSPENSION23V4290002023-06-1518 affected
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,…
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.
Complaints by component
STEERING
153
4crashes3injuries
ENGINE
45
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
35
1crashes1fires1injuries
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
33
1crashes
POWER TRAIN
26
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal
information removed.
“The steering feels sticky and resists turning while driving. It feels like it sticks before turning and makes a slight noise during steering. Please inspect the steering system and check for any recalls, service bulletins, or software updates.”
“The contact owns a 2024 mazda cx-90. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, several warning messages were displayed on the instrument panel, including the electronic stability control and the check engine warning lights. Later, while driving, the power steering failed, causing the…”
“The contact owns a 2024 mazda cx-90. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, several warning messages were displayed on the instrument panel, including the electronic stability control and the check engine warning lights. Later, while driving, the power steering failed, causing the…”
“The contact owns a 2024 mazda cx-90. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, several warning messages were displayed on the instrument panel, including the electronic stability control and the check engine warning lights. Later, while driving, the power steering failed, causing the…”
“Steering wheel is sticky. Brought in to mazda for a recall. Remedy did not work. Want to charge me to fix again”
“I am writing to formally notify you that I have officially filed comprehensive complaints with the nhtsa (national highway traffic safety administration), the tennessee department of commerce and insurance (tdci, case #202604748), and the better business bureau (bbb) regarding wyatt johnson mazda.…”
“I am writing to formally notify you that I have officially filed comprehensive complaints with the nhtsa (national highway traffic safety administration), the tennessee department of commerce and insurance (tdci, case #202604748), and the better business bureau (bbb) regarding wyatt johnson mazda.…”
“I am writing to formally notify you that I have officially filed comprehensive complaints with the nhtsa (national highway traffic safety administration), the tennessee department of commerce and insurance (tdci, case #202604748), and the better business bureau (bbb) regarding wyatt johnson mazda.…”
Defect investigations
InvestigationRQ26002 Opened 2026-01-26 · open
Momentary increase in steering effort after recall remedy
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 steeringâ€�) during the drive cycle in model year (MY) 2024 CX-90 vehicles manufactured by Mazda North…
InvestigationRQ26002 Opened 2026-01-26 · open
Momentary increase in steering effort after recall remedy
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 steeringâ€�) during the drive cycle in model year (MY) 2024 CX-90 vehicles manufactured by Mazda North…
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL,
FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2024 Mazda Cx-90 as of
July 20, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page
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