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2025 Mazda CX-70 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2025 Mazda CX-70 sits mid-pack among CX-70 years: 75 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 75, with 4 recalls and no defect investigations.

The trouble concentrates in one system: driver assistance issues account for 43% of all reports (32 of 75), far ahead of transmission at 6. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

75

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

What are the most common 2025 Mazda CX-70 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance3243%
Transmission68%
Engine57%
Other57%
Tires & Wheels45%
Fuel System45%
Brakes45%
Steering45%
Electrical System34%
Airbags23%
Suspension23%
Visibility & Wipers11%
Seat Belts11%
Speed Control11%
Body & Structure11%

Does the 2025 Mazda CX-70 have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V568000Electrical SystemSeptember 2, 2025 · 104,854 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

24V814000Body & StructureOctober 31, 2024 · 80,915 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An ESU that does not function properly, increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

24V815000EngineOctober 31, 2024 · 31,488 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

24V817000Electrical SystemOctober 31, 2024 · 14,902 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Lane assist system acts on it's own and attempts to override my input. It can be very jarring especially at high speeds. I notice the issue mostly when I'm on the highway/freeway and attempting to lane change or take an exit ramp. The system trys to correct my steering and I have to briefly fight…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · March 1, 2026

“Safety Issue: Gear box unexpectedly disengaged while driving at highway speeds, between 60 and 70 mph. This occurred without warning and under normal road and operating conditions. Driver was unable to accelerate or decelerate vehicle. Driver did not have forward propulsion of vehicle at time of…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · September 22, 2025

“After starting the vehicle and driving it for a short distance, I forgot to disable the engine start/stop function. When the engine shut down, I pressed the button to disable it as I loathe this feature. The button would not respond, resulting in the engine repeatedly shutting down during coasting…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 4, 2025

“Safety Issue: Gear box unexpectedly disengaged while driving at highway speeds, between 60 and 70 mph. This occurred without warning and under normal road and operating conditions. Driver was unable to accelerate or decelerate vehicle. Driver did not have forward propulsion of vehicle at time of…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 22, 2025

“My cx 70 has extreme brake squealing. This began early on after I purchased this vehicle new from the dealership. I have brought this car to the Mazda dealership that I bought it from three times for this issue. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 5, 2025

2025 Mazda CX-70 — common questions

Is the 2025 Mazda CX-70 reliable?

It is close to typical for the CX-70: 75 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2025 CX-70 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (32 complaints), transmission (6 complaints), other (5 complaints).

Does the 2025 Mazda CX-70 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2025 Mazda CX-70. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

How safe is the 2025 Mazda CX-70?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.