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Mazda CX-90 Safety
NHTSA safety across every Mazda CX-90 model year we cover.
Across the 2 model years of the Mazda CX-90 we cover (2025 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2026 at 96 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2025 at 89. 2 recalls have been issued across those years.
The 2025 Mazda CX-90, a three-row midsize SUV, presents a notable entry into its competitive segment. This model year positions itself as a premium option, aiming to blend Mazda's established driving dynamics with increased practicality for families.
The 2025 Mazda CX-90 achieves a genuinely competitive NHTSA Safety Index score of 89 out of 100 in the midsize three-row SUV segment. This strong overall showing is anchored by an excellent 5 out of 5 stars for side-impact protection, reflecting well-engineered occupant safety in that critical test. Frontal and rollover crash-test results, both rated at 4 out of 5 stars, are solid. While 4-star rollover ratings are common among SUVs, they place the CX-90 slightly below the top performers in its class. The model year records two recalls. This is a modest figure for a new nameplate and does not indicate a systemic safety issue. However, potential owners should ensure all outstanding recall work has been completed prior to purchase. NHTSA records 20 owner complaints for the 2025 model year. This low absolute number includes one reported crash, although these are unverified allegations. No fires, injuries, or fatalities are reported. The current complaint volume does not suggest an emerging safety pattern. Overall, the CX-90 presents a strong safety profile, driven by its perfect side-impact score and high Safety Index. The frontal and rollover performance prevent it from reaching elite status.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the CX-90 as one of the more refined and driver-oriented choices in the three-row midsize SUV segment, praising its upscale interior character and composed driving dynamics. Most professional assessments position it as a strong value proposition at the higher end of the mainstream market, though some note that third-row practicality trails certain competitors.
- The 2025 CX-90 scores a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in side-impact crash testing, which is one of the most important real-world collision scenarios for a family-hauling SUV.
- Frontal and rollover protection both come in at 4 out of 5 stars, meaning the CX-90 is safe but has not yet matched the best-in-class scores some rivals achieve across all three test categories.
- Two recalls have been issued for the 2025 model year. Before taking delivery of any CX-90, confirm with the dealer or check the NHTSA VIN lookup tool that all recall repairs have been completed.
- Owner-reported complaints are low at 20 total, with one reported crash and zero fires, injuries, or fatalities. This is a reassuring early signal, but the 2025 model year is still accumulating real-world data, so monitoring the NHTSA complaints database periodically is worthwhile.
Most-recalled year on record: 2025 Mazda CX-90 with 2 recalls.