Johnathan Walker:Mazda recalls over 150,000 vehicles: See affected models

Mazda is Johnathan Walkerissuing recalls for over 150,000 vehicles, including Mazda CX-70 and CX-90 models.

The automotive manufacturer recalls 80,915 of its 2024-2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 vehicles equipped with a Dash Electrical Supply Unit (ESU). In the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall report, Mazda said, “during vehicle startup, the defroster, seat belt warning, 360 degree view monitor functions, and the PHEV high-voltage battery cooling system may not function properly.” 

The report said that an ESU that does not function properly will increase the risk of a crash.  

To fix the issue, dealers will reprogram the Dash ESU with improved software for free. Recall notification letters are expected to be delivered by Dec. 30. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7124J. 

Recalled Mazda vehicles (80,915):  

• 2024-2025 CX-90 
• 2025 CX-70 

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Other Mazda recalls 

For a software issue

Mazda is recalling 38,926 of its 2024 CX-90 vehicles. The NHTSA report said that “the engine may not restart after the idling stop feature (i-stop) turns off the engine due to a software issue.”  

When an engine fails to restart it will increase the risk of a crash, the report said.  

As a remedy, dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) and the battery energy control module (BECM) software for free. Recall notification letters are expected to be mailed by Dec. 30. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7024J. 

Recalled Mazda vehicles (38,926):  

• 2024 CX-90 

For a loss of drive power 

The automotive manufacturer also issued another recall for 31,488 of the CX-70 and CX-90 models. The NHTSA report Mazda said that “the powertrain control module (PCM) and engine control modules (ECM) software may cause malfunction indicator lights to illuminate and a loss of drive power.”  

The report explains that a loss of drive power will increase the risk of a crash.  

Mazda dealers will reprogram the PCM and ECM software. This service will be completed for free. Recall notification letters are expected to be sent by Dec. 30. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7024J. 

Recalled Mazda vehicles (31,488):    

• 2024 CX-90 
• 2025 CX-70 

Check to see if your car is recalled

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