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2025 Mazda

CX-90 4WD

Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L, Turbo, SIDI; Mild Hybrid

Mazda CX-90: best and worst years
2025 Mazda CX-90 4WD (photo 1 of 6)

Closest available photo (2024 model year); you're viewing the 2025.

2024 photoEthan LlamasCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Engine & performance

Efficiency

Smog score
5/10
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 2E (6,001 to 7,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
2
Owner complaints
47 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Comfort

  • Heated rear seatsUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Heated seatsUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Heated steering wheelUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Leather seatsUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Massaging seatsUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Memory seatUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Panoramic sunroofUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Ventilated seatsUnconfirmed
    Package only

Audio

  • Bose audioUnconfirmed
    Standard
  • Premium audio (any brand)Unconfirmed
    Package only

Cameras & visibility

  • 360 surround-view cameraUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Backup camera
    Standard
  • Head-up displayUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Parking sensorsUnconfirmed
    Package only

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise control
    Standard
  • Automatic emergency brakingPart of i-ActivSense.
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Standard
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Convenience

  • Android Auto
    Standard
  • Apple CarPlay
    Standard
  • Keyless entry
    Standard
  • Navigation systemUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Power liftgateUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Push-button start
    Standard
  • Remote startUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Third-row seatingUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Wireless Apple CarPlayUnconfirmed
    Standard
  • Wireless phone chargingUnconfirmed
    Package only

Exterior

  • Adaptive headlightsUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Roof railsUnconfirmed
    Package only
  • Tow packageUnconfirmed
    Standalone option

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM13%
  • ENGINE13%
  • SERVICE BRAKES11%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER11%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE10%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM8%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 79 total.

Mazda CX-90: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA record NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • RQ26002Openopened Jan 26, 2026STEERING:RACK AND PINION

    Momentary increase in steering effort after recall remedy

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

239 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jun 4, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSA-033-26

    This SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are noted below in Red. SA-029/25 10/16/25 and 06/02/25 DESCRIPTION This service information provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in stock at the dealer, inspect and maintain the batteries periodically according to the repair procedure. REPAIR PROCEDUR

  • May 30, 2026SERVICE BRAKES04-003-26

    Some vehicles may exhibit a squeaking noise from the rear brake during deceleration, and the noise is particularly noticeable during braking when the brakes are cold. This is caused by the brake pad(s) having difficulty contacting evenly with the rotor surface during light braking due to wear and/or deformation of the brake pad(s). To eliminate this concern, the shape of the rear brake pads will be modified. Replace both sides of the rear brake pads with the modified ones according to the instr

  • May 29, 2026SERVICE BRAKESCSP14 Tutorial

    CSP14 – 2024-2026 CX-90 Subject: Mazda Rear Brake Pad Customer Service Program Limited Warranty Extension – (CSP14 – CX-90 models) - Phase 1 Mailing – May 2026 In late April we announced two Customer Service Programs (CSP14 & CSP15) where certain vehicles are covered under these two Limited Warranty Extensions, (defined as “Covered Vehicle”); 2024-2026 CX-90 (CSP14) and 2025-2026 CX-70 (CSP15) produced November 18, 2025 and prior. Owner Notification: We are pleased to announce the first phase

  • May 29, 2026SERVICE BRAKESCSP14 Repair

    CSP14 – 2024-2026 CX-90 Subject: Mazda Rear Brake Pad Customer Service Program Limited Warranty Extension – (CSP14 – CX-90 models) - Phase 1 Mailing – May 2026 In late April we announced two Customer Service Programs (CSP14 & CSP15) where certain vehicles are covered under these two Limited Warranty Extensions, (defined as “Covered Vehicle”); 2024-2026 CX-90 (CSP14) and 2025-2026 CX-70 (CSP15) produced November 18, 2025 and prior. Owner Notification: We are pleased to announce the first phase

  • May 29, 2026SERVICE BRAKESCSP14 Owner Ltr a

    CSP14 – 2024-2026 CX-90 Subject: Mazda Rear Brake Pad Customer Service Program Limited Warranty Extension – (CSP14 – CX-90 models) - Phase 1 Mailing – May 2026 In late April we announced two Customer Service Programs (CSP14 & CSP15) where certain vehicles are covered under these two Limited Warranty Extensions, (defined as “Covered Vehicle”); 2024-2026 CX-90 (CSP14) and 2025-2026 CX-70 (CSP15) produced November 18, 2025 and prior. Owner Notification: We are pleased to announce the first phase

  • May 29, 2026SERVICE BRAKESCSP14 Dealer Email

    CSP14 – 2024-2026 CX-90 Subject: Mazda Rear Brake Pad Customer Service Program Limited Warranty Extension – (CSP14 – CX-90 models) - Phase 1 Mailing – May 2026 In late April we announced two Customer Service Programs (CSP14 & CSP15) where certain vehicles are covered under these two Limited Warranty Extensions, (defined as “Covered Vehicle”); 2024-2026 CX-90 (CSP14) and 2025-2026 CX-70 (CSP15) produced November 18, 2025 and prior. Owner Notification: We are pleased to announce the first phase

  • May 29, 2026SERVICE BRAKESCSP14 CSP15 Parts_Warr b

    CSP14 CSP15 Subject: Mazda Rear Brake Pad Customer Service Program Limited Warranty Extension – (CSP14 – CX-90 models) - Phase 1 Mailing – May 2026 In late April we announced two Customer Service Programs (CSP14 & CSP15) where certain vehicles are covered under these two Limited Warranty Extensions, (defined as “Covered Vehicle”); 2024-2026 CX-90 (CSP14) and 2025-2026 CX-70 (CSP15) produced November 18, 2025 and prior. Owner Notification: We are pleased to announce the first phase of Owner Le

  • May 29, 2026SERVICE BRAKESCSP14 CSP15 Parts_Warr a

    CSP14 CSP15 Subject: Mazda Rear Brake Pad Customer Service Program Limited Warranty Extension – (CSP14 – CX-90 models) - Phase 1 Mailing – May 2026 In late April we announced two Customer Service Programs (CSP14 & CSP15) where certain vehicles are covered under these two Limited Warranty Extensions, (defined as “Covered Vehicle”); 2024-2026 CX-90 (CSP14) and 2025-2026 CX-70 (CSP15) produced November 18, 2025 and prior. Owner Notification: We are pleased to announce the first phase of Owner Le

  • and 231 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.