What year Mazda CX-90 should I avoid?

NHTSA data does not yet flag any CX-90 year as an avoid year. The 2024 model has the higher complaint count (342) and a complaint index of 100, but it is not labeled worst or best.

Is the 2024 Mazda CX-90 reliable based on complaints?

NHTSA lists 342 complaints for the 2024 CX-90, with steering as the top problem area at 47% of all complaints across the model. There were 11 recall campaigns, 8 crashes, 1 fire, and 11 injuries reported, with a median mileage at failure of 28,100 miles.

How does the 2025 Mazda CX-90 compare to 2024?

The 2025 CX-90 has far fewer complaints (30) than 2024 (342) and a complaint index of 0 versus 100. It also has fewer recalls, 2 versus 11, though it covers less time on the road.

What is the most common problem on the Mazda CX-90?

Steering is the top problem area overall, accounting for 175 complaints and 47% share, followed by engine issues at 74 complaints (20%) and electrical system issues at 45 complaints (12%).

Has the Mazda CX-90 had any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA records 11 total recall campaigns across the 2024-2025 CX-90, with 11 recalls tied to 2024 and 2 tied to 2025. None are listed as do-not-drive recalls.

Mazda CX-90 Best and Worst Years (2024–2025)

With no years marked avoid or best, there isn't a clear worst Mazda CX-90 year yet. The 2024 model logged 342 complaints, an index of 100, and 11 recalls, while 2025 shows only 30 complaints and an index of 0 so far, but it's early in that model year's life.

Model years: 2; 2024–2025
NHTSA complaints: 372
Recall campaigns: 11
Crashes reported: 9
Fires reported: 1
Top problem area: Steering

CX-90 Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Mazda CX-90 problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Recalls	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2024	No verdict	100	342	8	1	11	Steering	25	—
2025	No verdict	0	30	1	0	2	Brakes	25	5★

Most common Mazda CX-90 problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

Steering175 (47%)
Engine74 (20%)
Electrical System45 (12%)
Collision Avoidance & Cameras44 (12%)
Other44 (12%)
Transmission & Powertrain34 (9%)
Brakes24 (6%)
Fuel System19 (5%)
Lane Departure19 (5%)
Suspension, Wheels & Tires19 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

What year Mazda CX-90 should I avoid?: NHTSA data does not yet flag any CX-90 year as an avoid year. The 2024 model has the higher complaint count (342) and a complaint index of 100, but it is not labeled worst or best.
Is the 2024 Mazda CX-90 reliable based on complaints?: NHTSA lists 342 complaints for the 2024 CX-90, with steering as the top problem area at 47% of all complaints across the model. There were 11 recall campaigns, 8 crashes, 1 fire, and 11 injuries reported, with a median mileage at failure of 28,100 miles.
How does the 2025 Mazda CX-90 compare to 2024?: The 2025 CX-90 has far fewer complaints (30) than 2024 (342) and a complaint index of 0 versus 100. It also has fewer recalls, 2 versus 11, though it covers less time on the road.
What is the most common problem on the Mazda CX-90?: Steering is the top problem area overall, accounting for 175 complaints and 47% share, followed by engine issues at 74 complaints (20%) and electrical system issues at 45 complaints (12%).
Has the Mazda CX-90 had any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA records 11 total recall campaigns across the 2024-2025 CX-90, with 11 recalls tied to 2024 and 2 tied to 2025. None are listed as do-not-drive recalls.