DecodedCars2024 Mazda CX-90
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- Cx90 Mild Hybrid 4dr SUV, Cx90 PHEV 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 3.3L 6-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl
- Horsepower
- 189–280 hp
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 7–8
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 24 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- 200.8 in
- Curb weight
- 4,786–5,176 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 11 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 25 MPG combined — 30% better than the average 2024 standard SUV (19.2 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
- Seats up to 83 rows of seating.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Many owner complaints460 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 79 for similar models — most often about the steering.
- 11 recallsMore than similar models (about 4). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 27 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Mazda CX-90 is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (3.3L 6-cyl turbo and 2.5L 4-cyl), including a hybrid version and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 201 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 123-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,786 lb (Cx90 Mild Hybrid 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (24 city / 28 highway), 30% better than the 2024 standard SUV average of 19.2 MPG, for an estimated $2,700 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 11 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 460 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the steering.
Trims, performance & features
Engine280 hp3.3L 6-cyl hybrid
Engine189 hp2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid
Transmission8-speed automatic
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating7–8 seats · 3 rows
Trims
Preferred Plus PackagePremium Plus PackagePremium Package
Safety & driver-assist features
Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Blind-spot interventionOptional
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes
Built in: Hofu, Yamaguchi
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2024 CX-90 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cx90 Mild Hybrid 4dr SUV | 200.8 in | 77.6 in | 68.1 in | 122.8 in | 66.9 / 67.3 in | 4,786 lb | 51/49 |
| Cx90 PHEV 4dr SUV | 200.8 in | 77.6 in | 68.1 in | 122.8 in | 66.9 / 67.3 in | 5,176 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-90 4WD Hybrid | 3.3L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 24 / 28 / 25 | +30% | $2,700 | 354 |
| CX-90 4WD Hybrid | 3.3L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 / 28 / 25 | +30% | $3,300 | 358 |
| CX-90 4WD Plug-in Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 24 / 27 / 25 | +30% | $3,300 | 168 |
7/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
8/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
19.2 MPG2024 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 Mazda CX-90.
Similar 2024 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Mazda CX-90 (this car) | 25 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser | 23 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2024 Ford Explorer | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 10 |
| 2024 Toyota Highlander | 36 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 18 |
| 2024 Kia Telluride | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2024 GMC Yukon | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
Recalls (11)
Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Fuel Gauge › Fuel Level Float/Sensor/Sending Unit · Sep 2, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V568000 · 104,854 vehicles
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEV). The fuel gauge in the instrument cluster may display an inaccurate fuel reading.
- Risk
- An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. The manufacturer's number for this recall is 78251. The information in your report suggests that Mazda may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.
Structure › Interior Panels › Dashboard · Oct 31, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V814000 · 80,915 vehicles
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 vehicles equipped with a Dash Electrical Supply Unit (ESU). During vehicle startup, the defroster, seat belt warning, 360° view monitor functions, and the PHEV high-voltage battery cooling system may not function properly.
- Risk
- An ESU that does not function properly, increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will reprogram the Dash ESU with improved software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7124J.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) · Oct 31, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V815000 · 31,488 vehicles
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 vehicles. The powertrain control module (PCM) and engine control modules (ECM) software may cause malfunction indicator lights to illuminate and a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will reprogram the PCM and ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7024J.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) · Oct 31, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V816000 · 38,926 vehicles
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles. The engine may not restart after the idling stop feature (i-stop) turns off the engine due to a software issue.
- Risk
- An engine that fails to restart increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) and the battery energy control module (BECM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7024J.
Electrical System › Software · Oct 31, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V817000 · 14,902 vehicles
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Improper inverter software may cause the malfunction indicator lights to illuminate, and a loss of drive power may occur while in electric vehicle (EV) mode.
- Risk
- Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will install improved inverter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7024J.
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking · May 16, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V349000 · 9,914 vehicles
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles. The brakes may activate suddenly due to the automatic braking system falsely detecting certain objects while driving.
- Risk
- Unexpected braking increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module (VCM) with updated software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6724E.
Steering · Jan 18, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V022000 · 43,454 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module › Software · Oct 26, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V719000 · 4,252 vehicles
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. Due to a software error, the engine and electric motor may shut down unexpectedly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the powertrain control module and engine control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6323J.
Forward Collision Avoidance › Sensing System › Camera · Oct 26, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V718000 · 11,903 vehicles
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and MAZDA3 vehicles. Due to a software error, the rearview, front, and/or side camera images may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the view monitor control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6223J.
Back Over Prevention › Warnings › External/Pedestrian Alert · Aug 4, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V553000 · 17,600 vehicles
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles. Software in the Approaching Vehicle Audible System (AVAS) Information Sound Box (ISB) amplifier may be missing, which can cause inaccurate, external pedestrian warning sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles."
- Risk
- Inaccurate external warning sounds may confuse pedestrians about the direction of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the AVAS ISB amplifier software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6123H.
Suspension › Critical Fasteners · Jun 15, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V429000 · 18 vehicles
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles. Some steering and suspension bolts may be missing or improperly tightened, which can cause the steering intermediate shaft, the front anti-lock brake system wheel speed sensor harnesses, or the front upper control arms to detach, resulting in a loss of vehicle control.
- Risk
- A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and tighten or replace the steering and suspension bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 5923F.
Not every 2024 Mazda CX-90 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
460Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
15Involved a crash
1Involved a fire
15Injuries reported
24,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Mazda CX-90 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 11 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Steering — 208 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Engine — 81 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Electrical System — 70 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 24,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Mazda CX-90. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other CX-90 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 CX-90 | 26 | 200.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 13 |
| 2025 CX-90 | 25 | 200.8 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 48 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mazda. How we calculate this →