Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 51 | — | 4 | Collision Avoidance | Limited data |
* Complaints compared with the median CX-70 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Mazda CX-70 problems
Latest Mazda CX-70 recalls
Electrical system › Instrument panel › Fuel gauge › Fuel level float/sensor/sending unit
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.
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.
Structure › Interior panels › Dashboard
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.
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.
Electrical system › Propulsion system › Inverter
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.
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.
Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Mazda CX-70 should you avoid?
None of the Mazda CX-70 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What are the most common Mazda CX-70 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the driver assistance (24), transmission & drivetrain (7) and engine & cooling (5). Collision Avoidance complaints peak in the 2025 model year.
How many recalls has the Mazda CX-70 had?
4 recalls across 2025. The model year with the most is 2025. See all Mazda CX-70 recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.