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Mazda, the Japanese automaker, is recalling over 150,000 vehicles due to several software-related issues. The recall affects the company's CX-70 and CX-90 models.
The largest recall involves approximately 80,915 of its 2024-2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 vehicles equipped with a Dash Electrical Supply Unit (ESU). According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall report, during vehicle startup, the defroster, seat belt warning, 360-degree view monitor functions, and the PHEV high-voltage battery cooling system may not function properly. This malfunction could increase the risk of a crash. To rectify the issue, dealers will reprogram the Dash ESU with improved software for free. Recall notification letters are expected to be delivered by December 30.
In addition, Mazda is recalling 38,926 of its 2024 CX-90 vehicles. The NHTSA report states that “the engine may not restart after the idling stop feature (i-stop) turns off the engine due to a software issue.” This could also increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) and the battery energy control module (BECM) software for free to address this issue.
Lastly, Mazda issued another recall for 31,488 of the CX-70 and CX-90 models. The NHTSA report indicates that “the powertrain control module (PCM) and engine control modules (ECM) software may cause malfunction indicator lights to illuminate and a loss of drive power.” This could also increase the risk of a crash. Mazda dealers will reprogram the PCM and ECM software for free to fix this problem.
Owners of the affected vehicles may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6 for more information. USA Today reports that recall notification letters are expected to be sent by December 30.