Mazda is recalling over 150,000 vehicles due to multiple defects found in recent models. The recalls affect the 2024-2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 models equipped with a Dash Electrical Supply Unit (ESU). 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.
An ESU that does not function properly will increase the risk of a crash. To fix the issue, dealers will reprogram the Dash ESU with improved software for free. Recall notification letters are expected to be delivered by Dec.
30. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda’s number for this recall is 7124J.
Mazda is also recalling 38,926 of its 2024 CX-90 vehicles for a software issue. The engine may not restart after the idling stop feature (i-stop) turns off the engine due to a software issue. When an engine fails to restart, it will increase the risk of a crash.
Mazda recalls for defects and fixes
As a remedy, dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) and the battery energy control module (BECM) software for free. Recall notification letters are expected to be mailed by Dec.
30. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda’s number for this recall is 7024J.
In addition, Mazda has issued another recall for 31,488 of the CX-70 and CX-90 models due to a loss of drive power. The powertrain control module (PCM) and engine control modules (ECM) software may cause malfunction indicator lights to illuminate and a loss of drive power, which increases the risk of a crash. Mazda dealers will reprogram the PCM and ECM software for free.
Recall notification letters are expected to be sent by Dec. 30. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6.
Mazda’s number for this recall is 7024J. Owners can check if their vehicle is affected by any of these recalls by visiting the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website, which allows for searches based on vehicle identification number (VIN).
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