2024 Mazda CX-90 Problems

High Complaint Volume

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2024 Mazda CX-90.

< older2025
Complaints
337
Crashes
10
Fires
1
Injuries
8
Fatalities
Recalls
11

Worst 2024 Mazda CX-90 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1103 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:27,333 mi
Crash-related:2
#234 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:42,075 mi
#323 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control

Considering a 2024 Mazda CX-90?

Check the actual VIN — every car is different.

This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).

Check VIN Free

All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2024 Mazda CX-90.

Steering Defects
103
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
27,333
Engine Problems
34
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
42,075
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
23
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
22
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
18
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
16,000
Unintended Acceleration
17
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
23,209
Suspension Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
16,000
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Adas:Blindspot:Sensors
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Propulsion System:Hybrid Management
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

Search Owner Complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2024 Mazda CX-90. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2024 Mazda CX-90

11 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~358,226 vehicles.

25V568000Electrical System:instrument Panel:fuel Gauge:fuel Level Float/sensor/sending Unit · Electrical System:body Control Module:software
~104,854 affected

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.

24V817000Electrical System:propulsion System:inverter · Electrical System:software
~14,902 affected

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.

24V816000Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm) · Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery:management System/energy Control Module (bms/becm):software
~38,926 affected

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.

24V814000Structure:interior Panels:dashboard · Electrical System:software
~80,915 affected

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.

24V815000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:engine Control Module (ecu/ecm) · Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
~31,488 affected

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.

24V349000Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
~9,914 affected

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.

24V022000Steering
~43,454 affected

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.

23V718000Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System: Camera · Lane Departure: Sensing System: Camera · Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~11,903 affected

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."

23V719000Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module:software
~4,252 affected

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.

23V553000Back Over Prevention:warnings:external/pedestrian Alert · Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings:external/pedestrian Alert
~17,600 affected

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."

+ 1 more recalls

Other Mazda CX-90 Years

2024 Mazda CX-90 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2024 Mazda CX-90 reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 2024 Mazda CX-90 has 337 NHTSA complaints, 10 crash-related, and 11 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 103 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2024 Mazda CX-90?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (103 complaints, avg 27,333 mi); Engine Problems (34 complaints, avg 42,075 mi); Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control (23 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2024 Mazda CX-90?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 28,558 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2024 Mazda CX-90?
NHTSA complaints for the 2024 Mazda CX-90 include 10 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 8 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2024 Mazda CX-90 have any recalls?
Yes — 11 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 358,226 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2024 Mazda CX-90?
This year has a higher-than-normal complaint volume. It's not an automatic no, but focus inspection on the top reported issue (steering defects) and verify open recalls have been addressed.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mazda CX-90 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

Check Your Specific 2024 Mazda CX-90

Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.

Check Any VIN — $4.99