repaired · 2026 Q3
Body control module: software
Risk. An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
2024 Mazda CX-90Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 381 owner complaints about the 2024 Mazda CX-90, most often about the steering. It is covered by 11 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-349 the manufacturer reports only 80% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 11, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Mazda CX-90 has problems
381 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
201Steering5 crash/fire/injury
53Engine
41Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
36Forward collision avoidance3 crash/fire/injury
32Power train
18Vehicle speed control
17Lane departure
16Service brakes
16Fuel/propulsion system
5913 other systems5 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 201 | 5 |
| Engine | 53 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 41 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 36 | 3 |
| Power train | 32 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 18 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 17 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 16 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 16 | 0 |
| 13 other systems | 59 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
11 recalls
2024 Mazda CX-90 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. An ESU that does not function properly, increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: inverter
Risk. Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Management system/energy control module (bms/becm): software
Risk. An engine that fails to restart increases the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm)
Risk. Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking
Risk. Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Steering
Risk. Loss of power steering assist while driving increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Control module: software
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Warnings: external/pedestrian alert
Risk. Inaccurate external warning sounds may confuse pedestrians about the direction of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Steering: critical fasteners
Risk. A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mazda.
Best & worst years
2024 vs. every other CX-90 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the CX-90 median. How we score
'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2024 Mazda CX-90, and the recalls they led to.
- Momentary increase in steering effort after recall remedyOpen
In owners' words
What CX-90 owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
After driving about 67,000 miles, we noticed a stickiness of the steering wheel when turning left. The steering wheel does not pop back into place as it should when making a left turn. I believe this issue is being investigated under Recall Query RQ26002.
The steering wheel for this car is getting hard day by day. Now it is so hard that it may result in accident soon. Reporting it here for public awareness while I am contacting the dealer soon
Problem statement: Steering wheel binds up when turning, felt mainly 35+ mph while turning on and off highway on/off ramps. 36k miles on odo. The dealership (Burdick Mazda) took the vehicle and provided a loaner, confirmed the problem and made the repair. The component replaced was the power…
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