Mazda has recalled 14,902 CX-90 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUVs from model year 2024 and CX-70 PHEV SUVs from model year 2025 because they can lose drive power while operating in electric-only mode.
This is the fourth recent recall involving PHEV versions of the CX-90 or CX-70, which are nearly identical vehicles (the CX-90 has three rows of seats, while the CX-70 has two). Mazda has also recalled the SUVs for sudden loss of drive power, electronic problems that can shut down some functions, and engine stalling.
This time, Mazda tells the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that the issue is a software problem.
Mazda says it is aware of no accidents or injuries, but at least 11 field reports related to the problem.
Dealers will fix the problem with a software update. Because these vehicles cannot receive software updates over the air, owners must bring them to the dealership to have the patch installed.
By law, dealers never charge for recall repairs.
Automakers recall many cars, sometimes more than once. Manufacturers try to reach every owner to warn them. However, some may fall through the system’s cracks and are left unknowingly driving recalled cars. Check our easy recall tool to determine if your car has any outstanding recalls.
