2024 Mazda CX-90
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2024 Mazda CX-90 has 425 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 5.3x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is steering problems (34% of all complaints), specifically: the steering becomes “sticky” at highway speeds. the wheel resists turning until sufficient force is applied, and then slips to a next setting or “notch”, where it further rests until force is applied. the effect is not particularly pronounced at low speeds but very noticeable at regular highway sp. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.
425
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
5.3x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems
STEERING
145 complaints- • The steering becomes “sticky” at highway speeds. The wheel resists turning until sufficient force is applied, and then slips to a next setting or “notch”, where it further rests until force is applied. The effect is not particularly pronounced at low speeds but very noticeable at regular highway sp
- • steering wheel gets stuck. can not keep straight on highway.
- • These are two major problem i want to highlight, which need immediate attention One of them is related to steering wheel, which is a major safety concern for this vehicle to be on road. 1) Major safety concern- steering wheel Steering wheel is catchy when you are driving vehicle on high speed, wh
“The steering becomes “sticky” at highway speeds. The wheel resists turning until sufficient force is applied, and then slips to a next setting or “notch”, where it further rests until force is applied. The effect is not particularly pronounced at low speeds but very noticeable at regular highway sp”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ENGINE
43 complaints- • Vehicle low fuel indicators remained lighted up even after fulling up the vehicle tank. it appears is a faulty gas sensor, which if is not replaced can lead to false gasoline levels.
- • These are two major problem i want to highlight, which need immediate attention One of them is related to steering wheel, which is a major safety concern for this vehicle to be on road. 1) Major safety concern- steering wheel Steering wheel is catchy when you are driving vehicle on high speed, wh
- • On 12/5/2023, upon turn after intersection, loss of power to the engine. Pushing gas provided no response from the engine. Engine power cut to about 10 miles an hour. Felt as the car was driving on battery - as no engine was heard. Was able to pull over to the side. Turned off and on engine 2-3 time
“Vehicle low fuel indicators remained lighted up even after fulling up the vehicle tank. it appears is a faulty gas sensor, which if is not replaced can lead to false gasoline levels.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
SPEED CONTROL
41 complaints- • During normal driving conditions going down a state highway, the vehicle lost speed with adaptive cruise control enabled. Noticing the vehicle was losing speed, I depressed the accelerator pedal. The accelerator pedal was unresponsive and unable to accelerate, I had to maneuver off the highway. L
- • During normal driving conditions going down a state highway, the vehicle lost speed with adaptive cruise control enabled. Noticing the vehicle was losing speed, I depressed the accelerator pedal. The accelerator pedal was unresponsive and unable to accelerate, I had to maneuver off the highway. L
- • The adaptive cruise control (ACC) system in the CX90 is experiencing a high number of false positive incidents, which could lead to accidents. The system consistently thinks that a vehicle in the right or left lane has moved in front of the CX90, mainly when going around a curve. This is especially
“During normal driving conditions going down a state highway, the vehicle lost speed with adaptive cruise control enabled. Noticing the vehicle was losing speed, I depressed the accelerator pedal. The accelerator pedal was unresponsive and unable to accelerate, I had to maneuver off the highway. L”
— NHTSA complaint filing
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS
37 complaints- • The contact owns a 2024 Mazda. CX-90 The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the blind side detector inadvertently illuminated. The contact stated that the blind side detector randomly illuminated without an object being nearby. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagno
- • While driving on freeway with Adaptive cruise control set, vehicle automatically brakes when passing large vehicles, like semi trucks. ACC set at 75, I'm in left lane to pass truck going around curve and brakes come on and slow vehicle down to 60. I am clearly in the left lane to pass and truck in
- • When operating the radar cruise control, if a large truck (semi, box truck) is next to you when going around a curve, the vehicle is seeing that truck in your lane and applies the brakes very suddenly. This is an issue, because if someone is following behind you, it is almost as if you are brake che
“The contact owns a 2024 Mazda. CX-90 The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the blind side detector inadvertently illuminated. The contact stated that the blind side detector randomly illuminated without an object being nearby. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagno”
— NHTSA complaint filing
OTHER
33 complaints- • Problem noticed shortly after purchasing the car in May 2023, and is a constant issue. Always: when driving, and when I press the the button to the left of the gearshift to activate the 360 View Monitor, the default image shows a useless, mostly black, image. (Scrolling to the other two, non-defau
- • Safety issue, random, with 360 View Monitor cameras malfunctioning. This camera issue has happened randomly at least 7 times since I purchased the car in May 2023. The most recent occurrences were 10/26, 09/27, 09/23, 08/03/2023. What happens: when starting the car, 360 View Monitor should show i
- • Gear shift can easily slide from Drive to Neutral (and from Neutral to Reverse) if a book, purse, or other object is on the center console and slides forward and touches the gearshift when vehicle comes to a stop. Photos attached show me shifting from D to N with my pinky finger. This is a safety p
“Problem noticed shortly after purchasing the car in May 2023, and is a constant issue. Always: when driving, and when I press the the button to the left of the gearshift to activate the 360 View Monitor, the default image shows a useless, mostly black, image. (Scrolling to the other two, non-defau”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 425 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐STEERING: The steering becomes “sticky” at highway speeds. The wheel resists turning until sufficient force is applied, and then slips to a next setting or “notch”, where it further rests until force is applied. The effect is not particularly pronounced at low speeds but very noticeable at regular highway sp
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: Vehicle low fuel indicators remained lighted up even after fulling up the vehicle tank. it appears is a faulty gas sensor, which if is not replaced can lead to false gasoline levels.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐SPEED CONTROL: During normal driving conditions going down a state highway, the vehicle lost speed with adaptive cruise control enabled. Noticing the vehicle was losing speed, I depressed the accelerator pedal. The accelerator pedal was unresponsive and unable to accelerate, I had to maneuver off the highway. L
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: The contact owns a 2024 Mazda. CX-90 The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the blind side detector inadvertently illuminated. The contact stated that the blind side detector randomly illuminated without an object being nearby. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagno
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Mazda CX-90 — Year Comparison
How does 2024 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
Full years-to-avoid analysis →NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 425
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 1
- Crash reports
- 10
- Injury reports
- 6
- Segment avg
- 80
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