Mazda CX-60 KH

The 3.3 e-SkyActiv-D is a modern inline-six diesel with a 48V mild hybrid — refined, strong and economical for its size. As it is new, most complaints lie outside the combustion side: jerky behaviour from the eight-speed clutch-pack automatic (recalls and software updates), a characteristic pull-away knock that Mazda classes as by design, and a PCM software recall for no-start and display blackout. On the engine itself, the AdBlue/SCR dosing is the main topic; the 12V supply can drain as there is no conventional alternator. The block seems mechanically solid, but long-term data is still missing.

• !! Recall: no-start / display blackout (PCM software) from 15,000 km

  Recall AP049A (about 2,283 vehicles in Germany, built 2022–2023): faulty PCM failure-detection logic and the mild-hybrid relay circuit can cause a no-start, a blank instrument cluster, or the car staying in neutral. Fixed by a software update.

  Symptoms: Engine will not start, instrument cluster/display goes blank, camera images missing.
  0–800 $
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• !! AdBlue Dosing Pump Failure from 60,000 km

  The AdBlue dosing pump can crystallise and block during short-trip use. SCR catalytic converter efficiency drops, engine power is reduced. The first Mazda with an SCR system.

  Symptoms: AdBlue warning light, power reduction after 1,000 km, engine will not restart after countdown, elevated NOx emissions.
  500–2,000 $
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• !! Recall: Transmission Software 8-Speed Automatic

  The new 8-speed automatic (Aisin) had software problems with the shift logic during manoeuvring and at low speeds. Multiple recalls in 2022–2023.

  Symptoms: Juddering during manoeuvring, delayed gear engagement, unintended downshifts, transmission warning light.
  0–0 $
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The 2.5 e-SkyActiv PHEV combines a four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine with an e-motor and a 17.8 kWh drive battery. The most serious topic is a recall for unexpected motor shutdown: a false insulation-fault detection can disable the hybrid system, so the car cannot move off after stopping. Add jerky transitions between electric and combustion drive (the eight-speed clutch-pack), driveshaft vibration, a transmission software recall, and a 12V battery that drains when parked. Check all recalls by VIN before buying — most are fixed by software.

• !! Recall: unexpected engine shutdown

  A software fault in the hybrid control unit can shut down the drive unexpectedly or cause a power loss in EV mode. Early PHEV build years are affected — in Europe the CX-60/CX-80 (2022 recall), in the US the CX-90/CX-70 (NHTSA 6323J, 7024J, 7124J). Mazda applies software updates free of charge.

  Symptoms: Engine shuts off during driving, abrupt switch to EV mode, fault message in the instrument cluster, power loss.
  0–0 $
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• !! Recall: Transmission Software Shift Logic

  Faulty transmission software can cause unintended gear disengagement. Recall affects CX-60 PHEV and diesel variants from the first production years.

  Symptoms: Gearbox shifts unintentionally to neutral, loss of drive, transmission warning light, jerky gear changes.
  0–0 $
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• !! Jerk during electric-to-combustion engine transition

  The transition from pure electric drive to combustion engine engagement produces a noticeable jerk. Occurs at low speeds and under light acceleration. Software updates improve but do not fully eliminate the problem.

  Symptoms: Distinct jolt when the combustion engine cuts in, especially at 30–50 km/h; gearbox shudder at low speed.
  0–500 $
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