Mazda CX-90 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 405 owner complaints and 11 safety recalls on file for the Mazda CX-90, across 3 model years (2024–2026). The 2024 model year has the most complaints (359). The most reported problem area overall is steering.
Mazda CX-90 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No CX-90 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2024 CX-90: 359 complaints, 11 recalls
- 2025 CX-90: 35 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2026 CX-90: 11 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mazda CX-90 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering problems | 192 | 3 | 4 |
| Engine | 58 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 49 | 3 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 42 | 2 | 3 |
| Power Train | 34 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 25 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 21 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 | 3 | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 19 | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 10 | 2 | 2 |
| Suspension | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Mazda CX-90 problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
All Mazda CX-90 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 CX-90 | 11 | 0 | 5★ | Electrical System | |
| 2025 CX-90 | 35 | 2 | 5★ | Service Brakes | |
| 2024 CX-90 | 359 | 11 | — | Steering |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mazda CX-90 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2024 (359), 2025 (35), 2026 (11). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mazda CX-90?
Steering, with 192 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Mazda CX-90 have?
11 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.