Mazda CX-90 Complaints

526 consumer complaints on file.

#11730899April 13, 2026
STEERING
My vehicle has had the steering recall performed. However I have an issue where the steering is becoming very sticky, mostly when turning left. For example on an interstate clover leaf where steering angle is held constant for a short period of time, the steering feels stuck and requires extra effort to overcome that stuck point. It's alarming. This appears to be getting worse over the past few months.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11730890April 13, 2026
STEERING
While making sweeping turns, but predominantly left-hand turns, the steering wheel will get momentarily stuck in a turning position. Sometimes it is more difficult to get the wheels to straighten out than other times. Also, it normally only happens at higher rates of speed, more than 30mph. The steering getting "stuck" in a turning position, especially at elevated speeds, poses serious risks of getting in an accident. Especially if it were to happen into oncoming traffic on a 2-lane highway or something similar.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11730889April 13, 2026
STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES
I have a 2024 Mazda CX-90. I want to report that about two years ago I was contacted regarding a recall (or possibly multiple recalls). The steering would become stiff while turning on curves. I took the vehicle to the dealer, and they reprogrammed something, which fixed the issue for a few months (I don’t remember exactly how long). However, the same problem happened again about three times. I brought the vehicle back to the dealer on January 23, 2026, and they did not have the necessary parts to repair it. I told them I was very afraid to drive the vehicle in that condition because the steering would get stuck when turning on curves, and I was worried that one day it could cause a serious or even fatal accident. The dealer told me they could not do anything at that time. It took 65 days for them to replace the parts, and it was very stressful driving under those conditions. Even after the repair, the vehicle does not feel right. I feel that the steering still moves abnormally, and I am very afraid to drive it like this. Additionally, the brakes sometimes make a strange noise. I don’t know what to do about this situation. I would like to return the vehicle, but I don’t know how, especially since the dealer is no longer responsible. I need help. [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11730780April 13, 2026
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT
The contact owns a 2024 Mazda CX-90. The contact was informed about a previous recall associated with the steering that was repaired prior to owning the vehicle, but the failure persisted. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds and turning, the steering wheel jerked in the opposite direction, then became soft, and then more difficult to steer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired, but the contact was informed of a steering investigation. On another occasion, the contact stated that when the vehicle was stopped and the ON/OFF feature was activated. There was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that after turning off and restarting the vehicle, and after refueling the vehicle, the messages "Engine Malfunction – Inspect Vehicle" and "Hybrid System Malfunction" was displayed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 56,050.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11730463April 10, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
While my wife was driving my 2024 Mazda CX90 gas turbo at the posted speed limit, this vehicle suddenly without warning the car lost most of its power. She was able to move the vehicle to safety by pushing the gas pedal to the floor and achieved a maximum speed of 10 mph. The car was towed to the dealer Koch 33 of Easton, PA. The dealer diagnosed the problem as a throttle body issue. This is the second incident whereby this vehicle lost power in a similar manner but for a different reason (fuel pump) and had to be towed to the same dealer. I filed a complaint with your agency about 18 months ago. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11730445April 10, 2026
STEERING
Intermittent and brief increases in steering effort (described as “sticky steering”) while driving. I could also describe as "grabby" steering that causes me to have to grab the steering wheel tightly with both hands to prevent loss of control.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11730202April 9, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
Since taking delivery of this vehicle in June 2024 from Kenny Ross Mazda, I have experienced a persistent and unresolved error message on the vehicle’s display screen relating to “Multiple ECUs Reprogramming.” This error message first appeared within the first twelve (12) months of ownership and has remained continuously present on the vehicle’s instrument cluster/infotainment screen despite numerous repair attempts. The defect substantially impairs the use, value, and safety of the vehicle, as it creates constant uncertainty about the operational status of critical electronic control systems, diminishes the vehicle’s resale value, and interferes with my normal use and enjoyment of the vehicle. Photographic evidence of this error message is attached as Enclosures 2 through 5. I have brought the vehicle to Rohrich Mazda, an authorized Mazda dealership and service facility located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on at least seven (7) separate occasions over the past twelve (12) or more months in an effort to resolve this defect. Each time, the dealership has been unable to eliminate the error message. During the course of these repair attempts, the dealership initially believed the issue was related to a recall (Safety Recall 7024J — Multiple ECU’s Programming), but subsequent repair attempts have failed to resolve the condition. The dealership has contacted Mazda Corporate technical support on multiple occasions, and Mazda Corporate has been unable to provide a solution. As of this writing, the dealership and Mazda Corporate have acknowledged that they do not currently have a fix for this problem. The service ticket remains open.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11729657April 7, 2026
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
There is an intermittent issue where the dashboard will indicate that the rear side radar is obscured and turn off all the safety features of the car. This happens typically on a clear day when there should be no issues. Turning off the car resets this. Its unsettling because as there are quite a few blind spots in this vehicle you are dependent on the blind spot warning, especially in heavy traffic. Reported it to dealer but they indicated since its intermittent there isn't much they can do. Ridiculous for a new $45k vehicle
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11729548April 6, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
2025 backup camera not working with 8,500 miles on the car. This is a safety hazard and so far neither Mazda of Everett who broke it will not fix it unless I pay just about $1,300. They claim I have to talk to Mazda to see if they will warranty the part even though I have a 4 year 48,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty. There is no damage to the car what so ever and it has been inspected by the dealer since new with a 190 point inspection at 3,700 miles and never a problem with the camera. EITHER THE BACKUP CAMERA IS A BAD DESIGN THAT DOES NOT ACCEPT NORMAL USAGE OR THE DEALER DOES NOT TAKE SAFTEY FEATURES SERIOUSLY and broke it when washing the car.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11729388April 6, 2026
SUSPENSION, SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
The contact owns a 2024 Mazda CX-90. The contact stated that the lower control arm of the front suspension was making a clunking sound. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to Technical Service Bulletins: 01-007-25 and 02-002-24. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that grease needed to be added to the ball joint. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 16,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11729248April 5, 2026
STEERING
Steering feels stucked and when navigating in a curve. You have to put an effort to get the steering wheel unstuck.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11729207April 4, 2026
STEERING
The steering wheel becomes sticky when turning at highway speeds and around 30 MPH. This problem happens consistently when turning at certain speed. Lot of extra effort needs to be applied to bring the sticky steering wheel back to the original position. This extra effort makes the turning very dangerous as the sticky steering wheel doesn't smoothly reverts back to normal position. Any extra effort applied to bring the steering back to the normal position results in a jerky, sudden, and rash movement of the vehicle. Without the conscious application of this unnatural and abnormal extra effort, the vehicle is more prone to accidents during turning particularly at highway speed. Contacted the nearest local dealer. Local dealer outright refuses to diagnose the problem without charging the fee even though car is well under warranty. Please take action so that this safety issue can be corrected. Also, Mazda needs to improve customer service by informing the dealer(s) not to refuse a basic safety related diagnostic unless a hefty diagnostic fee is paid by the the owner of the new vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11729191April 4, 2026
STEERING
Steering locks when turning/ in a curve trajectory. Must manually overpower wheel to break locked position when coming out of the turn. No warning lights or sensors alerted. Vehicle will be brought to dealer for service for determined solution. Available for inspection.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11728821April 2, 2026
STEERING
My vehicle has already had recall remedy for 24V-022, still experiencing "notchy" steering (momentary increase in steering effort). Mid corner the steering wheel locks into place, I can let my hands off the wheel and the steering wheel maintains the steering angle, I have to forcibly move it out of the lock to either increase or decrease turning radius. This is a recurring issue every time I drive the vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11728670April 1, 2026
STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Sticky steering overactive lane assist
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11728149March 30, 2026
POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Incident 1: While driving my 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV at low-to-moderate speed, the vehicle suddenly and completely locked up without any driver input. There was no gradual slowing or normal braking behavior. Instead, the vehicle went immediately from moving to an abrupt, forceful stop, as if maximum braking was applied instantly. There were no warning lights, alerts, or audible signals before or during the event, and there were no obstacles or vehicles in front of me. Incident 2 (approximately 6 months later): A second, nearly identical event occurred while I was accelerating or cruising. The vehicle again immediately locked up and came to a sudden stop with no warning and no driver input. There was no progressive braking or deceleration. The stop was instantaneous and extremely forceful, causing me to lurch forward into the steering wheel. There were no hazards or objects present that would justify emergency braking. Additional Details: Both events involved an immediate, full-force stop with no transition or gradual braking. There were no dashboard alerts, warning sounds, or messages during either incident. The behavior did not match any known system alerts (such as door open or limp mode). The dealership was unable to reproduce the issue and found no diagnostic trouble codes. This creates a serious safety risk, especially the risk of being rear-ended during normal driving.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11728032March 30, 2026
STEERING
Continuously experiencing sticky steering when making turns and curves/bends on the road. Have to use a lot more force to get the steering wheel back to the initial position or a safe position.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11727963March 30, 2026
STEERING
While driving the 2024 Mazda CX-90 and making turns the steering wheel become difficult to straighten/reduce deflection from the turned position. This has caused the vehicle to depart from our lane in traffic on the freeway multiple times. This has caused safety risk for ourselves with traffic barriers as well as with vehicles in other lanes. It is possible to over power the “sticking point” however it seems to be getting worse. A mazda service center has been contacted and they denied that they are required to remedy this because they already completed the recall for this issue in the past. The vehicle is available for inspection. The issues seems to be somewhere in the steering linkage or steering wheel mechanism based on the feel of the issues.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11727633March 28, 2026
STEERING
My 2024 Mazda CX-90 has the STICKY WHEEL condition however it does not show-up as REcall for my VIN.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11727463March 27, 2026
STEERING
Experiencing sticky steering and sudden increased steering effort. Previously addressed by recall 6524A.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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