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Mazda CX-90 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every CX-90 from 2024 to 2026: 397 owner complaints and 13 recalls across 3 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2024 (352), 2025 (34), 2026 (11). Best fuel economy: 26 mpg combined (2026).

Mazda CX-90
Photo: Bull-Doser · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Steering187
Engine58
Electrical48
Other / unknown47
Forward collision avoidance42
Transmission & drivetrain34
Brakes25
Fuel & propulsion21

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20241135225
202523425
202601126

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Mazda CX-90?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2024 (352), 2025 (34), 2026 (11).

How many recalls has the Mazda CX-90 had?

Across 2024–2026, NHTSA lists 13 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).