NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Mazda CX-90
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Mazda CX-90 is a three-row midsize SUV aimed squarely at families who want premium refinement without paying a luxury-brand premium. Positioned as Mazda's flagship crossover, it competes in a crowded segment against established three-row heavyweights. For 2025, it carries Mazda's signature driver-focused philosophy into larger, more practical territory, making it a genuine alternative for buyers who prioritize a polished experience.
The 2026 Mazda CX-90 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 96 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers 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.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21116
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.