Does the 2024 Mazda CX-90 have a steering recall?

Yes. Recall 24V022000, reported January 18, 2024, covers an assembly issue with the steering system's worm gear that can cause sudden loss of power steering assist. Dealers replace the spring engaging the worm gear and reapply grease to the gear teeth at no charge.

How common are steering complaints on the 2024 CX-90?

Steering accounts for 173 of the 342 total complaints filed for the 2024 CX-90, or 51% of all complaints for that model year.

At what mileage do steering problems tend to show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 36,000 miles at the time of the steering failure.

Have steering issues caused crashes or injuries?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 crashes and 3 injuries linked to steering complaints on the 2024 CX-90.

Is the steering problem worse in 2024 than in 2025 CX-90s?

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2024 CX-90 shows 173 steering complaints (51% share) compared to only 2 steering complaints (7% share) for the 2025 model year.

2024 Mazda CX-90 Steering Problems

Steering complaints make up 173 of 342 total complaints (51%) for the 2024 Mazda CX-90, tied to 4 crashes and 3 injuries at a median 36,000 miles. Mazda issued recall 24V022000 for a worm gear assembly defect that can cause sudden loss of power steering assist.

Steering complaints: 173; 51% of 342
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 36,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel sticks or feels notchy at highway speeds, requiring extra force to turn and then slipping to a new position.
Steering tightens or locks up during sweeping turns or when accelerating out of a stop, sometimes worsening the longer the vehicle is driven.
Steering wheel seizes suddenly at high speed, with owners reporting the vehicle jerked, veered, or spun out of control.
Steering becomes stiff and requires two hands to keep the vehicle in its lane, with symptoms appearing partway into a trip and getting worse over time.
Lane keeping assist reportedly pushed the vehicle aggressively during hydroplaning, contributing to a loss of control.

When 2024 Mazda CX-90 steering complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 22, 2023, latest Sep 20, 2026.

173 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Apr 2026 (27).

Steering recalls for the 2024 Mazda CX-90

NHTSA 24V022000Jan 18, 2024Steering43,454 vehicles
Steering
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles. An assembly issue with the worm gear in the steering system may result in a sudden loss of power steering assist.
Risk: Loss of power steering assist while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the spring engaging the worm gear and reapply grease to the gear teeth, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6524A.

Steering complaints by CX-90 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2024173 (51%)
20252 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Mazda CX-90 have a steering recall?: Yes. Recall 24V022000, reported January 18, 2024, covers an assembly issue with the steering system's worm gear that can cause sudden loss of power steering assist. Dealers replace the spring engaging the worm gear and reapply grease to the gear teeth at no charge.
How common are steering complaints on the 2024 CX-90?: Steering accounts for 173 of the 342 total complaints filed for the 2024 CX-90, or 51% of all complaints for that model year.
At what mileage do steering problems tend to show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 36,000 miles at the time of the steering failure.
Have steering issues caused crashes or injuries?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 crashes and 3 injuries linked to steering complaints on the 2024 CX-90.
Is the steering problem worse in 2024 than in 2025 CX-90s?: Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2024 CX-90 shows 173 steering complaints (51% share) compared to only 2 steering complaints (7% share) for the 2025 model year.