Owners have filed 81 complaints
about the 2025 Mazda CX-70 with NHTSA between 2024 and 2026.
The largest single group is the driver assist & collision avoidance.
NHTSA files every complaint against a named sub-assembly, not just a
system. This is the difference between knowing it was "the engine" and
knowing which part of it — the list to hand a mechanic.
Blind Spot Detection
1234.3%
Assist
720.0%
Automatic Emergency Braking
411.4%
Adaptive Cruise Control
411.4%
Warning
38.6%
Warnings
38.6%
Rearview System Braking
12.9%
Automatic Steering
12.9%
When it fails
Odometer readings owners gave when they filed. About half of all
complaints include one.
Under 1,000 miles
120.0%
1,000 – 9,999 miles
240.0%
10,000 – 24,999 miles
120.0%
25,000 – 49,999 miles
120.0%
When owners complained
A spike years after the car went on sale usually means a part wearing
out on schedule across the whole fleet — the kind of pattern no single
owner can see from inside their own car.
Sep 2024peak 14Jul 2026
Recalls on the 2025 Mazda CX-70
A complaint is one owner's allegation. A recall is the point at which
the manufacturer or a regulator agreed the defect is real and dangerous
enough to fix for free — however old the car is.
United States — NHTSA
25V568000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
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.
Risk: An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
24V814000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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.
Risk: An ESU that does not function properly, increases the risk of a crash.
24V815000
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.
Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
24V817000
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.
Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Canada — Transport Canada
Canada runs its own recall programme, and its campaigns do not
always mirror the American ones.
Recall 202544714,350 units in Canada
Fuel System
Issue: On certain vehicles, an incorrect fuel level may be displayed on the instrument cluster. As a result, the driver may be unaware of how much fuel is in the tank, and the vehicle could run out of fuel and stall. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, Mazda advises that you should refuel before the fuel gauge reaches ¼ level until the recall repairs have been completed. Mazda will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the body control module software.
Recall 20246562,565 units in Canada
High Voltage
Issue: On certain vehicles, a problem with the inverter software could cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Mazda will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the inverter software.
Recall 202465912,661 units in Canada
Electrical
Issue: On certain vehicles, there could be a software problem with the dash electrical supply unit. As a result, the windshield defroster, the seat belt reminder sound and tell-tale, the 360-degree view monitor and high-voltage battery cooling system may not work properly. Safety Risk: A windshield defroster and/or a 360-degree view monitor that doesn't work could cause reduced visibility and increase the risk of a crash. A seat belt warning that doesn't work correctly may not remind you and/or passengers to buckle your seat belt. Not wearing your seat belt can increase the risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Actions: Mazda will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the dash electrical supply unit software.
Recall 20246576,222 units in Canada
Engine
Issue: On certain vehicles, software problems with the powertrain control module (PCM) and engine control module (ECM) could cause the vehicle to enter a fail-safe mode. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Mazda will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the PCM and ECM software.
Reports where the owner recorded a crash, a fire, an injury or a death.
Corvallis, OR1 injured
AIR BAGS
Incident details: While driving under winter road conditions, the vehicle experienced a brief slide. During this slide, the vehicle lightly scrapped a curb, leaving a minor mark on the wheel. Despite this, the airbags deployed unexpectedly. There was no collision, no rollover, and no other object was struck, and there is no visible exterior damage to the vehicle. ________________________________________ What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The suspected malfunction involves the airbag system, potentially including the airbag control module (ACM), crash sensors, or the electronic stability control (ESC) system. The airbags deployed without a qualifying collision or impact. The vehicle is being preserved and has not been repaired, and it is available for inspection upon request, with event data recorder (EDR) data preserved and available for retrieval.________________________________________ ________________________________________ Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? No. A Mazda-authorized dealer (Mazda of Salem, Oregon) declined to accept the vehicle, stating that they do not perform post–airbag deployment investigations. As a result, the issue has not yet been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center. I contacted Mazda of Hillsboro (Oregon), and the service center manager contacted the Mazda Experience Center on my behalf under case number 00404588. I was informed that the Mazda Experience Center advised them that the case would be closed with no further investigation. I was advised to take the vehicle to a body shop and to file an insurance claim. ________________________________________ Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives, or others? Mazda Corporate has been notified of the incident. The vehicle has not yet been inspected by the manufacturer, a dealer, law enforcem
NHTSA complaint #11711011 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Murphysboro, ILCrash2 injured
SEAT BELTS
As I was stopped on [XXX] waiting to turn left onto [XXX] , another vehicle struck mine from the rear, at approximately 50mph. The seat belt did not immediately lock, compromising my safety. I slid upward, partially out of the seat belt striking my head on the headliner and the belt caused a large bruise on my upper left arm. Additionally, the air bags did not deploy, but a spray of chemical came out onto me from the dash. The chemical sprayed onto the right side of my neck and collar bone, leaving a burning sensation. A week after this wreck, all the skin that was contacted by the spray, began peeling off, like a sunburn peel does. After this wreck, a warning notice appeared on my dash screen, stating AIRBAG FAILURE, in red lettering. There were no failure notices prior to this wreck. It’s unknown if any inspection of these two failures was done by my insurance adjusters, the manufacturer, the police or a dealership. There has been no known reproduction of these failures I am aware of. The vehicle is expected to be a total loss, but I am still waiting for that determination. The vehicle is still at the repair facility, Caliber Collision in Carbondale, IL, as of 7-1-2025. I have reported these failures to my insurance representative, the manufacturer, the repair facility and the dealership. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11670599 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Murphysboro, ILCrash2 injured
AIR BAGS
As I was stopped on [XXX] waiting to turn left onto [XXX] , another vehicle struck mine from the rear, at approximately 50mph. The seat belt did not immediately lock, compromising my safety. I slid upward, partially out of the seat belt striking my head on the headliner and the belt caused a large bruise on my upper left arm. Additionally, the air bags did not deploy, but a spray of chemical came out onto me from the dash. The chemical sprayed onto the right side of my neck and collar bone, leaving a burning sensation. A week after this wreck, all the skin that was contacted by the spray, began peeling off, like a sunburn peel does. After this wreck, a warning notice appeared on my dash screen, stating AIRBAG FAILURE, in red lettering. There were no failure notices prior to this wreck. It’s unknown if any inspection of these two failures was done by my insurance adjusters, the manufacturer, the police or a dealership. There has been no known reproduction of these failures I am aware of. The vehicle is expected to be a total loss, but I am still waiting for that determination. The vehicle is still at the repair facility, Caliber Collision in Carbondale, IL, as of 7-1-2025. I have reported these failures to my insurance representative, the manufacturer, the repair facility and the dealership. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
NHTSA complaint #11670599 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 100 milesLayton, UT1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2025 Mazda CX-70. The contact stated while parking the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that while the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle jerked forward and hit a huge rock before crashing into two trees. The contact stated that she may have nudged the cruise control switch, however her foot was still on the brake pedal. The contact lost control of the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure occurred in the Mountain America Credit Union parking lot. In addition, the contact stated that the air bags deployed and there was a lot of smoke in the interior of the vehicle. The fire department and the Police arrived on the scene. The vehicle was towed to a local lot. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic for repairs. A Police report was filed. The contact was transported to the local hospital for treatment. The contact sustained a head injury, an injury to the left wrist, multiple contusions cuts, and bruises to both legs. The contact stated that she thinks the injuries to both of her legs were caused by the deployment of the air bags. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 100.
NHTSA complaint #11616699 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The most recent complaints
In the owners' own words, exactly as filed with NHTSA.
Chandler, AZ
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
While unloading cargo from the rear of my 2025 Mazda CX-70, I activated the power liftgate(key was in pocket ) to close while i was reach back cargo . As the liftgate was closing, it struck me in my head and continued closing instead of stopping or reversing. I had to quickly move out of the way to avoid further injury. The obstacle detection feature did not appear to function as expected. I am concerned this could cause injuries to other owners, especially children or older adults.When I demonstrated my concern to the dealership using a soft pillow ( today when i wen to change oil 7-31-26), the liftgate compressed the pillow before reversing only a few inches. I remain concerned that the obstacle detection system may not provide adequate protection if a person is in the path of the liftgate.
NHTSA complaint #11754071 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Turlock, CA
POWER TRAIN
Vehicle Information I am reporting multiple persistent safety-related defects in my 2025 Mazda CX-70 that began immediately after purchase and continue despite repeated service visits, software updates (including MSP66 on July 9, 2026), and good-faith repair attempts. These defects substantially impair the vehicle’s safety, drivability, reliability, and security. • Warning Lights & Phantom Braking: Brake messages and related warnings on the cluster appeared on the drive home from the dealership shortly after purchase, even with no obstacles present. Intermittent false warnings have continued. • Shifter / Transmission Behavior & Hard Shifting: Intermittently fails to engage Drive after Neutral (especially after car washes). The shifter moves to D but the vehicle remains in Neutral. Notable hard shifting and intermittent poor power acceleration have also been observed. Video evidence provided to dealer. • Door Lock & Latch Failures: Doors intermittently fail to lock or unlock via key fob or interior switches. Doors sometimes do not open when pulling handles. Auto-lock does not always engage. I have observed the vehicle automatically lock (audible sound and folding mirrors) only for it to be found unlocked the next morning. Passengers have been trapped inside on multiple occasions. These issues raise serious entrapment, safety, and theft concerns. • Hybrid System / i-Stop Malfunctions: Repeated MyMazda app alerts for “Hybrid system malfunction. Vehicle would not restart from I-Stop shut down causing me to have to put it back into park and restart the vehicle. • i-Active system failures: The i-Active system occasionally disengages even during clear weather. Dealership states this can sometimes happen due to direct sunlight and sensors? • During a previous discussion with Mazda Customer Care, they stated that they notes a previous power train failure on their end which I was unaware of.
NHTSA complaint #11752344 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Turlock, CA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle Information I am reporting multiple persistent safety-related defects in my 2025 Mazda CX-70 that began immediately after purchase and continue despite repeated service visits, software updates (including MSP66 on July 9, 2026), and good-faith repair attempts. These defects substantially impair the vehicle’s safety, drivability, reliability, and security. • Warning Lights & Phantom Braking: Brake messages and related warnings on the cluster appeared on the drive home from the dealership shortly after purchase, even with no obstacles present. Intermittent false warnings have continued. • Shifter / Transmission Behavior & Hard Shifting: Intermittently fails to engage Drive after Neutral (especially after car washes). The shifter moves to D but the vehicle remains in Neutral. Notable hard shifting and intermittent poor power acceleration have also been observed. Video evidence provided to dealer. • Door Lock & Latch Failures: Doors intermittently fail to lock or unlock via key fob or interior switches. Doors sometimes do not open when pulling handles. Auto-lock does not always engage. I have observed the vehicle automatically lock (audible sound and folding mirrors) only for it to be found unlocked the next morning. Passengers have been trapped inside on multiple occasions. These issues raise serious entrapment, safety, and theft concerns. • Hybrid System / i-Stop Malfunctions: Repeated MyMazda app alerts for “Hybrid system malfunction. Vehicle would not restart from I-Stop shut down causing me to have to put it back into park and restart the vehicle. • i-Active system failures: The i-Active system occasionally disengages even during clear weather. Dealership states this can sometimes happen due to direct sunlight and sensors? • During a previous discussion with Mazda Customer Care, they stated that they notes a previous power train failure on their end which I was unaware of.
NHTSA complaint #11752344 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Vehicle Information I am reporting multiple persistent safety-related defects in my 2025 Mazda CX-70 that began immediately after purchase and continue despite repeated service visits, software updates (including MSP66 on July 9, 2026), and good-faith repair attempts. These defects substantially impair the vehicle’s safety, drivability, reliability, and security. • Warning Lights & Phantom Braking: Brake messages and related warnings on the cluster appeared on the drive home from the dealership shortly after purchase, even with no obstacles present. Intermittent false warnings have continued. • Shifter / Transmission Behavior & Hard Shifting: Intermittently fails to engage Drive after Neutral (especially after car washes). The shifter moves to D but the vehicle remains in Neutral. Notable hard shifting and intermittent poor power acceleration have also been observed. Video evidence provided to dealer. • Door Lock & Latch Failures: Doors intermittently fail to lock or unlock via key fob or interior switches. Doors sometimes do not open when pulling handles. Auto-lock does not always engage. I have observed the vehicle automatically lock (audible sound and folding mirrors) only for it to be found unlocked the next morning. Passengers have been trapped inside on multiple occasions. These issues raise serious entrapment, safety, and theft concerns. • Hybrid System / i-Stop Malfunctions: Repeated MyMazda app alerts for “Hybrid system malfunction. Vehicle would not restart from I-Stop shut down causing me to have to put it back into park and restart the vehicle. • i-Active system failures: The i-Active system occasionally disengages even during clear weather. Dealership states this can sometimes happen due to direct sunlight and sensors? • During a previous discussion with Mazda Customer Care, they stated that they notes a previous power train failure on their end which I was unaware of.
NHTSA complaint #11752344 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Burlingame, CA
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Multiple instances while driving on the highway with cruise control and lane keep assist on - on a bend slight turn the car veered into the other lane across the lane lines - even with other cars present. Additionally, it does not auto steer away from a blind spot collision - had I not noticed the car there would have been an accident.
NHTSA complaint #11749876 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Burlingame, CA
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Multiple instances while driving on the highway with cruise control and lane keep assist on - on a bend slight turn the car veered into the other lane across the lane lines - even with other cars present. Additionally, it does not auto steer away from a blind spot collision - had I not noticed the car there would have been an accident.
NHTSA complaint #11749876 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Saline, MI
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
This happens often. On a trip to Florida of 1200 miles, it happened 12 times each way. After being slowed in the right lane by a car in front driving slower tan my set cruise speed, I signal and move to an empty (in front of me) left lane. Instead of accelerating to resume my set cruise speed, the car decelerates abruptly by as much as 10 mph. If a car is following me and most logically is expecting me to accelerate after moving to the left lane, that car's driver is surprised and risks rear ending me. I took the car in to service this issue. Mazda has a Service Alert (SA-007/24. The conclusion of the SA is basically it is what it is. I think that this is a serious safety issue. I have a 2016 Subaru Outback with adaptive cruise control and it never does this. Maxda's system is deficient. The NHTSB should analyze and compare adaptive cruise control systems.
NHTSA complaint #11746021 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Mission Viejo, CA
POWER TRAIN
While driving at a speed just under 45 mph, my Mazda CX-70 suddenly displayed and chimed “Hybrid System Malfunction. Have Vehicle Inspected.“. This warning startled me because I am familiar with issues since I had briefly owned a CX-90 PHEV the first year this model came out and it had the same exact problem. I discovered that this issue carries serious safety concerns and ended up convincing the dealer to swap the vehicle for a CX-90 inline 6 gas only model after hours of pleading. I ended up signing up for another lease a couple of years later with this current CX-70 PHEV, as I was told that the “bugs” have pretty much been worked out so I would give it another try. This warning continued to stay on as I drove for a few minutes so I immediately took the car straight to the Mazda dealership service department where it was kept 24 hours. The dealer said that the issue resolved itself - something to do with not driving the vehicle interchangeably enough between gas and EV mode. The photo was taken once I slowed down to stop at an intersection since it took me 15 minutes to drive to the dealer.
NHTSA complaint #11740990 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Mission Viejo, CA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
While driving at a speed just under 45 mph, my Mazda CX-70 suddenly displayed and chimed “Hybrid System Malfunction. Have Vehicle Inspected.“. This warning startled me because I am familiar with issues since I had briefly owned a CX-90 PHEV the first year this model came out and it had the same exact problem. I discovered that this issue carries serious safety concerns and ended up convincing the dealer to swap the vehicle for a CX-90 inline 6 gas only model after hours of pleading. I ended up signing up for another lease a couple of years later with this current CX-70 PHEV, as I was told that the “bugs” have pretty much been worked out so I would give it another try. This warning continued to stay on as I drove for a few minutes so I immediately took the car straight to the Mazda dealership service department where it was kept 24 hours. The dealer said that the issue resolved itself - something to do with not driving the vehicle interchangeably enough between gas and EV mode. The photo was taken once I slowed down to stop at an intersection since it took me 15 minutes to drive to the dealer.
NHTSA complaint #11740990 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Mission Viejo, CA
ENGINE
While driving at a speed just under 45 mph, my Mazda CX-70 suddenly displayed and chimed “Hybrid System Malfunction. Have Vehicle Inspected.“. This warning startled me because I am familiar with issues since I had briefly owned a CX-90 PHEV the first year this model came out and it had the same exact problem. I discovered that this issue carries serious safety concerns and ended up convincing the dealer to swap the vehicle for a CX-90 inline 6 gas only model after hours of pleading. I ended up signing up for another lease a couple of years later with this current CX-70 PHEV, as I was told that the “bugs” have pretty much been worked out so I would give it another try. This warning continued to stay on as I drove for a few minutes so I immediately took the car straight to the Mazda dealership service department where it was kept 24 hours. The dealer said that the issue resolved itself - something to do with not driving the vehicle interchangeably enough between gas and EV mode. The photo was taken once I slowed down to stop at an intersection since it took me 15 minutes to drive to the dealer.
NHTSA complaint #11740990 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Pewaukee, WI
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
There have been several false blind spot monitoring alerts since I received vehicle. It seems to get worse with time. Now on freeway trips it’s almost constant leaving no trust with alerts
NHTSA complaint #11740984 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Saline, MI
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
This has occurred numerous times. Using the adaptive cruise control, the vehicle decelerates as I approach a slower moving vehicle. That is what it should do. When I move from the right lane to the open left lane, instead of accelerating back to the set cruise speed, the car decelerates as much as 10 mph before finally regaining its mind and accelerating to the set speed. I have had cars following me that are expecting my car to accelerate that are surprised that the car decelerates. This happens on straight roads with no car ahead of me in the left lane.
NHTSA complaint #11740937 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Norfolk, VA
STEERING
The steering wheel on the car will often get stuck and not return to the normal position when turning. Happens at low speeds on on/off ramps and at interstate speeds when the road slightly shifts. “Jerking” the steering wheel is often required to get the car to drive straight and return to normal driving position.
NHTSA complaint #11738320 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Houston, TX
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
The vehicle has engaged the automatic braking feature multiple times while in a parking garage and when in the middle of a four-way stop despite there being no cross traffic or moving vehicles around my vehicle. In two instances, there was a vehicle behind mine that the breaking could have led to me being rear-ended and in the case of the four-way stop, there were other vehicles waiting to cross that could have hit me from behind or on the side. The vehicle was taken to the local Mazda dealership who had the vehicle for approximately 3 weeks trying to identify a fix and was subsequently told to pick up the vehicle without a fix being performed. I was informed after that time that Mazda was aware of this being an issue for multiple owners but did not have a solution to resolve it. I was told to wait to be contracted at some point in the future about an identified repair or recall. This is a serious safety issue that could lead to a collision and Mazda has stated that they do not have a solution to the problem.
NHTSA complaint #11736754 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The vehicle has engaged the automatic braking feature multiple times while in a parking garage and when in the middle of a four-way stop despite there being no cross traffic or moving vehicles around my vehicle. In two instances, there was a vehicle behind mine that the breaking could have led to me being rear-ended and in the case of the four-way stop, there were other vehicles waiting to cross that could have hit me from behind or on the side. The vehicle was taken to the local Mazda dealership who had the vehicle for approximately 3 weeks trying to identify a fix and was subsequently told to pick up the vehicle without a fix being performed. I was informed after that time that Mazda was aware of this being an issue for multiple owners but did not have a solution to resolve it. I was told to wait to be contracted at some point in the future about an identified repair or recall. This is a serious safety issue that could lead to a collision and Mazda has stated that they do not have a solution to the problem.
NHTSA complaint #11736754 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Boynton Beach, FL
SERVICE BRAKES
My cx 70 has extreme brake squealing. This began early on after I purchased this vehicle new from the dealership. I have brought this car to the Mazda dealership that I bought it from three times for this issue.
NHTSA complaint #11731789 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 19,000 milesGlendale, AZ
LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: AUTOMATIC STEERING
The contact owns a 2025 Mazda CX-70. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds with the Lane Keep Assist feature deactivated, the steering wheel jerked to the left. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, and the failure was being investigated. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000.
NHTSA complaint #11731379 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Ladson, SC
STEERING
Lane assist system acts on it's own and attempts to override my input. It can be very jarring especially at high speeds. I notice the issue mostly when I'm on the highway/freeway and attempting to lane change or take an exit ramp. The system trys to correct my steering and I have to briefly fight against it to maintain control.
NHTSA complaint #11730348 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Ladson, SC
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Lane assist system acts on it's own and attempts to override my input. It can be very jarring especially at high speeds. I notice the issue mostly when I'm on the highway/freeway and attempting to lane change or take an exit ramp. The system trys to correct my steering and I have to briefly fight against it to maintain control.
NHTSA complaint #11730348 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Belgrade, ME
STEERING
I purchased a Certified Pre-Owned Mazda CX-70 that exhibits intermittent and unpredictable steering behavior, creating a significant safety concern. The steering will intermittently stiffen and then pull the vehicle left or right without driver input, at times toward oncoming traffic or the breakdown lane, requiring immediate correction. On straight roads, the vehicle does not consistently track and will drift unpredictably. When driving over minor road variations (such as small bumps or frost heaves), the steering wheel may jerk suddenly in the opposite direction. The vehicle also intermittently behaves as though lane-keeping assistance is active—auto-correcting relative to lane lines—despite all lane assist features being turned off. In multiple instances, the vehicle has tracked erratically along lane lines or navigated slight curves without driver input. The issue occurs unpredictably but is more pronounced on rural or uneven roads and during initial driving, though it can persist on highways as well. The issue caused several near miss accidents-twice it sent my vehicle careening into oncoming traffic; another time it tried to drive me back toward a pedestrian I was driving around intentionally. Driver has to be at constant heightened attention to avoid accident. Multiple repair attempts were made, including replacement of the steering column. The condition temporarily improved but returned and worsened. During the final repair attempt, dealership foreman, master technicians, and manufacturer technical support were involved, and the condition was ultimately deemed a “characteristic” with no repair available. The vehicle remains unrepaired and unsafe to operate. The dealer is refusing to supply the customer with any details of the repair order and diagnostic work that was done. The manufacturer has agreed to repurchase the vehicle under lemon law, confirming the defect could not be resolved.
NHTSA complaint #11726936 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Belgrade, ME
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
I purchased a Certified Pre-Owned Mazda CX-70 that exhibits intermittent and unpredictable steering behavior, creating a significant safety concern. The steering will intermittently stiffen and then pull the vehicle left or right without driver input, at times toward oncoming traffic or the breakdown lane, requiring immediate correction. On straight roads, the vehicle does not consistently track and will drift unpredictably. When driving over minor road variations (such as small bumps or frost heaves), the steering wheel may jerk suddenly in the opposite direction. The vehicle also intermittently behaves as though lane-keeping assistance is active—auto-correcting relative to lane lines—despite all lane assist features being turned off. In multiple instances, the vehicle has tracked erratically along lane lines or navigated slight curves without driver input. The issue occurs unpredictably but is more pronounced on rural or uneven roads and during initial driving, though it can persist on highways as well. The issue caused several near miss accidents-twice it sent my vehicle careening into oncoming traffic; another time it tried to drive me back toward a pedestrian I was driving around intentionally. Driver has to be at constant heightened attention to avoid accident. Multiple repair attempts were made, including replacement of the steering column. The condition temporarily improved but returned and worsened. During the final repair attempt, dealership foreman, master technicians, and manufacturer technical support were involved, and the condition was ultimately deemed a “characteristic” with no repair available. The vehicle remains unrepaired and unsafe to operate. The dealer is refusing to supply the customer with any details of the repair order and diagnostic work that was done. The manufacturer has agreed to repurchase the vehicle under lemon law, confirming the defect could not be resolved.
NHTSA complaint #11726936 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Schiller Park, IL
POWER TRAIN
Vehicle has transmission related issues. Delayed response/hesitation when accelerating from a stop or after decelerating. Delayed torque sometimes few seconds off. Others reported dealer has had software updates however issues remain which is a safety concern when on the road. Suspension frond end mild early on 500 miles or so however has gotten louder at 12k miles. Vehicle seems to be to heavy for the type of suspension used or defective suspensions parts. Many complaints filed on the front end noise however Mazda has not announced recalls. Stock tires Toyo All Weather are a safety hazard. Slippery in the rain and snow. These are not safe for a vehicle this size. Doors do not have insulation, road debris comes inside and all the cold air or wind makes it in through the side and bottom doors.
NHTSA complaint #11719987 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Schiller Park, IL
WHEELS
Vehicle has transmission related issues. Delayed response/hesitation when accelerating from a stop or after decelerating. Delayed torque sometimes few seconds off. Others reported dealer has had software updates however issues remain which is a safety concern when on the road. Suspension frond end mild early on 500 miles or so however has gotten louder at 12k miles. Vehicle seems to be to heavy for the type of suspension used or defective suspensions parts. Many complaints filed on the front end noise however Mazda has not announced recalls. Stock tires Toyo All Weather are a safety hazard. Slippery in the rain and snow. These are not safe for a vehicle this size. Doors do not have insulation, road debris comes inside and all the cold air or wind makes it in through the side and bottom doors.
NHTSA complaint #11719987 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Schiller Park, IL
SUSPENSION
Vehicle has transmission related issues. Delayed response/hesitation when accelerating from a stop or after decelerating. Delayed torque sometimes few seconds off. Others reported dealer has had software updates however issues remain which is a safety concern when on the road. Suspension frond end mild early on 500 miles or so however has gotten louder at 12k miles. Vehicle seems to be to heavy for the type of suspension used or defective suspensions parts. Many complaints filed on the front end noise however Mazda has not announced recalls. Stock tires Toyo All Weather are a safety hazard. Slippery in the rain and snow. These are not safe for a vehicle this size. Doors do not have insulation, road debris comes inside and all the cold air or wind makes it in through the side and bottom doors.
NHTSA complaint #11719987 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 38,000 milesSpringfield, IL
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
The contact owns a 2025 Mazda CX-70. The contact stated that while attempting to stop at a stop sign, the vehicle shut off unintendedly. The engine malfunction warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the battery needed to be replaced. The contact had asked about the failure two times. The vehicle was repaired twice for the same failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 38,000.
NHTSA complaint #11719155 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.