The first-year 2024 Mazda CX-90 has the most recalls in this group. Campaigns cover a sudden loss of power steering (24V022), false automatic braking (24V349), software that can cut drive power on gas and plug-in hybrid models, a dash electrical unit and a mild-hybrid fuel gauge. Each fix is free, so confirm completion by VIN.
CarWhere lists 8 documented CX-90 issues, including 8 NHTSA safety recalls, each with affected years, powertrains, symptoms, pre-purchase checks and a source. Recall entries come from NHTSA's recall dataset on the DOT open-data portal, which may not list every campaign, so run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup.
1st gen CX-90 problems (2024–present)
Steering worm gear can cause sudden loss of power assist (recall 24V022) (2024)
Safety recall- Generation:
- 1st gen (2024–present)
- Years:
- 2024
- Powertrain:
- All
An assembly issue with the worm gear in the steering system of 43,454 2024 CX-90 models can cause a sudden loss of power steering assist. Dealers replace the spring that engages the worm gear and regrease the gear teeth (campaign 6524A).
Symptoms
- Steering suddenly heavy
- Power steering warning light
Check before buying
- Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Also check mazdausa.com/recalls by VIN
NHTSA recall: 24V022 (2024-01) · 43,454 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [1]
Automatic emergency braking can activate falsely (recall 24V349) (2024)
Safety recall- Generation:
- 1st gen (2024–present)
- Years:
- 2024
- Powertrain:
- All
On 9,914 2024 CX-90 models, the automatic braking system can falsely detect certain objects and brake suddenly. Dealers reprogram the vehicle control module (campaign 6724E).
Symptoms
- Unexpected hard braking with nothing ahead
Check before buying
- Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Also check mazdausa.com/recalls by VIN
NHTSA recall: 24V349 (2024-05) · 9,914 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [2]
Engine software can cause loss of drive power (recalls 24V815, 24V816) (2024)
Safety recall- Generation:
- 1st gen (2024–present)
- Years:
- 2024
- Powertrain:
- Engine not specified in the recall summary; check by VIN
Recall 24V815 (31,488 2024 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 vehicles) reprograms the powertrain and engine control modules because the software can light warning lamps and cut drive power. Recall 24V816 (38,926 2024 CX-90 models) updates PCM and battery-control software because the engine may not restart after the i-stop idle-stop feature shuts it off.
Symptoms
- Warning lights and reduced power
- Engine does not restart after an auto stop
Check before buying
- Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Also check mazdausa.com/recalls by VIN
NHTSA recall: 24V815 (2024-10) · 31,488 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [3][4]
CX-90 PHEV engine and motor can shut down (recalls 23V719, 24V817) (2024 (PHEV))
Safety recall- Generation:
- 1st gen (2024–present)
- Years:
- 2024 (PHEV)
- Powertrain:
- Plug-in hybrid
Software errors on 2024 CX-90 plug-in hybrids can cut drive power. Recall 23V719 (4,252 vehicles) updates engine and powertrain software because the engine and electric motor can shut down unexpectedly. Recall 24V817 (14,902 2024 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 PHEVs) installs new inverter software for a loss of power in EV mode.
Symptoms
- Sudden loss of drive power
- Malfunction indicator lights in EV mode
Check before buying
- Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Also check mazdausa.com/recalls by VIN
NHTSA recall: 23V719 (2023-10) · 4,252 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [5][6]
Dash electrical supply unit software can disable defroster and other functions (recall 24V814) (2024–2025)
Safety recall- Generation:
- 1st gen (2024–present)
- Years:
- 2024–2025
- Powertrain:
- All
On 2024–2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 models with a Dash Electrical Supply Unit, the defroster, seat belt warning, 360-degree camera and PHEV battery cooling may not work properly at startup. Dealers reprogram the unit (campaign 7124J). The 80,915 count covers both models.
Symptoms
- Defroster or camera not working after startup
- Seat belt chime missing
Check before buying
- Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Also check mazdausa.com/recalls by VIN
NHTSA recall: 24V814 (2024-10) · 80,915 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [7]
Mild-hybrid models can show a wrong fuel level (recall 25V568) (2024–2025 (mild hybrid))
Safety recall- Generation:
- 1st gen (2024–present)
- Years:
- 2024–2025 (mild hybrid)
- Powertrain:
- 3.3L inline-6 turbo mild hybrid (M Hybrid Boost)
The instrument-cluster fuel gauge on 2024–2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 mild-hybrid models can show an inaccurate reading. Dealers update the body control module software. The 104,854 total covers both models; in the CX-90 the mild-hybrid system pairs with the 3.3L inline-6 turbo.
Symptoms
- Fuel gauge reading does not match fuel added
- Running low sooner than the gauge suggests
Check before buying
- Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Also check mazdausa.com/recalls by VIN
NHTSA recall: 25V568 (2025-09) · 104,854 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [8][9]
Camera images may not display (recall 23V718) (2024)
Safety recall- Generation:
- 1st gen (2024–present)
- Years:
- 2024
- Powertrain:
- All
A software error in the view monitor control module on certain 2024 CX-90 and Mazda3 models can stop the rearview, front or side camera images from appearing, failing rear-visibility standard FMVSS 111. Dealers update the software. The recall covers 11,903 vehicles.
Symptoms
- Blank camera display when reversing
Check before buying
- Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Also check mazdausa.com/recalls by VIN
NHTSA recall: 23V718 (2023-10) · 11,903 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [10]
Steering and suspension bolts may be missing or loose (recall 23V429) (2024)
Safety recall- Generation:
- 1st gen (2024–present)
- Years:
- 2024
- Powertrain:
- All
On 18 early 2024 CX-90 models, some steering and suspension bolts may be missing or loose, which can let the steering intermediate shaft, wheel speed sensor harnesses or front upper control arms detach. Dealers inspect and tighten or replace the bolts.
Symptoms
- Clunks from the front
- Loose or vague steering
Check before buying
- Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Also check mazdausa.com/recalls by VIN
NHTSA recall: 23V429 (2023-06) · 18 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [11]