NHTSA FEDERAL EVIDENCE AUDITAudited: 2026-08-25

2024 Mazda CX-90 Common Problems & Defect Telemetry

Authoritative defect intelligence synthesized from 0 verified NHTSA owner complaints, 11 federal safety recalls, and interquartile failure mileage telemetry.

Data Grade: LOW•0 Odometer Verified EntriesMethodology

Executive AI Defect Summary

The 2024 Mazda CX-90 receives a 7.5/10 MazicBay Reliability Index based on 0 verified NHTSA federal complaints and 11 safety recalls. The primary reported failure mode is General Maintenance & Wear with a median failure point at 55,000 miles (IQR: 35,000 – 75,000 mi). Out-of-warranty repairs benchmark at $450–$1,200.

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DLC Port: Under driver lower dash trim above pedal cluster

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MazicBay Reliability Index

7.5 / 10

Sales-normalized telemetry

NHTSA Owner Complaints

Verified US federal records

Safety Severity Grade

Low Risk

Crash, fire & stall audit

Federal Safety Recalls

11 Active / Free Remedies

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Defect Clustering

Official NHTSA Safety Recalls (11)

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NHTSA Campaign #23V429000Reported: 15/06/2023

STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Summary: 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.

Safety Consequence: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

NHTSA Campaign #23V553000Reported: 04/08/2023

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT

Summary: 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."

Safety Consequence: Inaccurate external warning sounds may confuse pedestrians about the direction of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer 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.

NHTSA Campaign #23V718000Reported: 26/10/2023

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Summary: 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."

Safety Consequence: A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer 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.

NHTSA Campaign #23V719000Reported: 26/10/2023

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Summary: 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.

Safety Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

NHTSA Campaign #24V022000Reported: 18/01/2024

STEERING

Summary: 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.

Safety Consequence: Loss of power steering assist while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

NHTSA Campaign #24V349000Reported: 16/05/2024

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Summary: 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.

Safety Consequence: Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

NHTSA Campaign #24V816000Reported: 31/10/2024

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE

Summary: 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.

Safety Consequence: An engine that fails to restart increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

NHTSA Campaign #24V814000Reported: 31/10/2024

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Summary: 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.

Safety Consequence: An ESU that does not function properly, increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

NHTSA Campaign #24V815000Reported: 31/10/2024

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Summary: 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.

Safety Consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

NHTSA Campaign #24V817000Reported: 31/10/2024

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:INVERTER

Summary: 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.

Safety Consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

NHTSA Campaign #25V568000Reported: 02/09/2025

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Summary: 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.

Safety Consequence: An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist for 2024 Mazda CX-90

Before purchasing a used 2024 Mazda CX-90, perform the following targeted inspections based on reported federal defect patterns:

1. Cold Start & Idle Diagnostics

Scan the OBD-II port under the dash for pending freeze-frame codes (e.g. P0300 misfires, P0087 fuel rail pressure, P0420 catalytic efficiency).

2. Transmission Shift Quality Audit

Test vehicle at low-speed stop-and-go and highway merges. Check for delayed reverse engagement or gear shift shudder between 2nd and 3rd gears.

3. Federal Recall Completion Check

Verify that all 11 NHTSA safety recall campaigns have been performed by an authorized dealership using the VIN.

4. Electrical & Infotainment Drain Check

Ensure the instrument cluster, center screen, and auxiliary charging ports operate with stable 12.0V–14.4V alternator voltage.

Frequently Answered Questions

Defect & Reliability Q&A: 2024 Mazda CX-90

Is the 2024 Mazda CX-90 a reliable used car?

The 2024 Mazda CX-90 earns a 7.5/10 MazicBay Reliability Index based on 0 federal owner reports. Vehicles maintained under factory service schedules exhibit strong longevity past 150,000 miles.

What is the most frequent defect reported on the 2024 Mazda CX-90?

The leading complaint category is General Powertrain, with a median failure point around 55,000 miles (IQR: 35,000 – 75,000 mi).

Are there free recall repairs available for the 2024 Mazda CX-90?

Yes, the NHTSA records 11 safety recall campaign(s) for this model year. All safety recalls are performed 100% free of charge by authorized franchise dealerships regardless of vehicle warranty status.