NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Mazda CX-70
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The 2025 Mazda CX-70 is a midsize two-row SUV that slots above the CX-5 and targets buyers who want premium-leaning refinement without stepping fully into luxury-brand pricing. Built on Mazda's large-vehicle platform and offered with available all-wheel drive, it competes in a crowded segment of family-focused crossovers where safety credentials are increasingly a deciding factor.
The 2025 Mazda CX-70 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 86 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 4 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally praise the CX-70 for its upscale interior execution, composed driving dynamics, and premium feel that punches above the typical mainstream-brand expectation. Most consider it a strong value proposition in the midsize two-row segment, though some note the competitive landscape means shoppers have no shortage of capable alternatives to cross-shop.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20115
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE25V568000
Risk: 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 NHT
Reported 2025-09-02
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE24V814000
Risk: 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.
Reported 2024-10-31
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)24V815000
Risk: 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.
Reported 2024-10-31
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:INVERTER24V817000
Risk: 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.
Reported 2024-10-31
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
46 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.