Dealer visit checklist

2024 Mazda CX-90 checklist

Print it or keep it on your phone. Tick each item as you go so nothing gets missed.

Inspect the car

Check every panel gap and look for mismatched paint (signs of past accident repair)
Look at the tires: even wear, matching brands, at least 4/32" tread
Check under the car and engine bay for oil, coolant or other leaks
Start the engine cold; listen for knocks, ticks or squeals and watch for smoke
Test every window, lock, seat, light, the A/C, heat and infotainment
Test drive on city streets and highway: straight braking, smooth shifts, no pulling
Ask for the service records and a vehicle history report
Have an independent mechanic do a pre-purchase inspection (about $100–$200)

STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and MAZDA3 vehicles.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles.
STEERING: Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles.
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).

Negotiate the out-the-door price, not the monthly payment
Get the full price with every fee listed in writing before you sign
Bring your own loan pre-approval so the dealer has a rate to beat
Say no to add-ons you didn't ask for (paint protection, VIN etching, nitrogen tires)
Negotiate your trade-in separately, after the car's price is agreed
Be ready to walk away; another listing is usually a click away