Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
Data refreshed
Our database contains 17 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2007 Mazda MX-5, most frequently naming the airbags, body & structure and electrical categories. 198 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
When owners filed reports about this model year
| Month | Complaints filed | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2007 | 1 | 1 |
| Aug 2008 | 2 | 3 |
| Oct 2008 | 1 | 4 |
| Oct 2009 | 1 | 5 |
| Aug 2011 | 1 | 6 |
| Mar 2012 | 1 | 7 |
| Mar 2013 | 1 | 8 |
| Jun 2014 | 1 | 9 |
| Jan 2015 | 1 | 10 |
| Oct 2015 | 1 | 11 |
| Apr 2016 | 1 | 12 |
| Jan 2017 | 1 | 13 |
| May 2017 | 1 | 14 |
| Sep 2018 | 1 | 15 |
| Aug 2022 | 1 | 16 |
| Nov 2023 | 1 | 17 |
Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
No recalls in our database for this model year
That does not guarantee a specific vehicle is unaffected — recalls are issued against VINs, and new campaigns are announced regularly. Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov.
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
Launch edition 2016 miatas equipped with bsm h have known defective modules. Mazda has put out a tsb but have not initiated a recall. Bsm will randomly disable itself and stop functioning until you turn the vehicle off and then on again.
There is a leak on the passenger side footwear which has caused rust on the from cross frame and the wires for the airbag to get wet and other wires.
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON EVERY FEW WEEKS, VARIOUS OBD CODES: P0455, P2402, P2407. THIS MODEL HAS A KNOW EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM PROBLEM. SELLING DEALER REPLACED FILLER CAP TWICE AND A PURGE VALVE BEFORE THE DEALERSHIP CLOSED. SOME FILLER PIPES ARE KNOWN TO BE DEFECTIVE. OTHER DEALERS ARE NOT INTERESTED WITHOUT CHARGING 3 FIGURE AMOUNTS FOR 'DIAGNOSIS. I HAVE COMPLAINED TO MAZDA, THEY REFER ME TO A DEALER, DEALER WANTS BIG BUCKS TO 'DIAGNOSE' A KNOWN DEFECT WHICH I'M NOT WILLING TO PAY. I JUST WANT THE DEFECTIVE CAR FIXED. IT HAS 28,000 MILES ON IT, AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON PERHAPS 50 TIMES. I ALSO COMPLAINED TO THE SELLING DEALER ABOUT THE CLUTCH BEING HARD TO DISENGAGE, AND WAS TOLD "IT WAS NORMAL." I FIND TODAY THERE IS A SERVICE BULLETIN ON THAT SAME ISSUE.
FAILED PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR DIAGNOSED BY LOCAL MAZDA DEALERSHIP - PARTS AND LABOR NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY DUE TO AGE OF CAR. PARTS/LABOR EXCEED $1600 FOR THE REPAIR. THIS PARTICULAR VEHICLE IS UNDER 60K MILES, AND RARELY HAS A PASSENGER-SEAT OCCUPANT (SO VERY LITTLE STRESS/WEAR ON THE SEAT) AND HAS HAD NO PHYSICAL OR WATER DAMAGE TO THE CAR. I BELIEVE THIS IS A SIMILAR SCENARIO TO THE GM SKY/SOLSTICE VEHICLES - WHERE A LOW VOLUME SPECIALTY VEHICLE DOES NOT GARNER THE ATTENTION. REVIEWING MAZDA FORUMS SHOWS THAT THIS DEFECT IS NOT UNCOMMON, AND SHOULD BE RESEARCHED ON A PROBLEMS PER HUNDRED UNITS BASIS. MY GUESS IS THAT THE PPHU WOULD EXCEED THAT OF OTHER VEHICLES RECALLED FOR SIMILAR ISSUES.
CAR WAS IN MOTION ON A PUBLIC ROAD WITH THE STEERING WHILE SLIGHTLY TURNED WHEN THE BACK END GAVE OUT AND DANGEROUSLY FISHTAILED OVER ALL LANES OF THE ROAD. VEHICLE'S TOE CONTROL LINK FAILED AT 50MPH CAUSED THIS. CONSIDERING THIS IS A SAFETY CRITICAL OEM PART THAT WAS NEVER ALTERED OR CHANGED, AND THE VEHICLE WAS WELL BELOW LIFE EXPECTANCY (107,000 AT TIME OF INCIDENT), THIS SITUATION WAS RARE AND EXTREMELY DANGEROUS HAD THE OPERATOR NOT REGAINED CONTROL. ATTEMPTS TO CONTACT MAZDA TO SEE IF THIS HAS EVER BEEN REPORTED OR RECALLED WERE UNSUCCESSFUL.
THE ELECTRIC TOP NEVER WORKED SINCE I BOUGHT IT. THE DEALER REPLACED THE MOTOR ON THE TOP. IT STILL CATCHES WHEN I GO TO TAKE IT DOWN. IT ALSO CATCHES SOMETIMES WHEN I PUT IT UP. I TOOK IT IN SEVERAL TIMES AND WAS ALWAYS TOLD THE SAME THING. I HAVE CONTACTED THE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT MAZDA TO NO AVAIL. HERE IT IS 2016 AND THE PROBLEM REMAINS. VERY FRUSTRATING. THEY WORE ME OUT BEFORE I WORE THEM OUT. IT HAS NEVER WORKED FROM THE BEGINNING, IT SOUNDS LIKE IT CATCHES.
AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT SHOWS CODE 22 ON INTERMITTENT BASIS NOT REPEATED DURING MULTIPLE DEALER VISITS. CRITICAL SAFETY SYSTEMS, SUCH AS AIRBAGS, MUST BE MADE TO BE RELIABLE. DEALER INDICATES MAZDA DOES NOT COVER PARTS OR LABOR TO REPAIR, OR PROVIDE ASSURANCE THAT OTHER COMPONENTS OF THE SRS WILL NOT NEED REPAIR ALSO. 20.000 TO 45,000 MILES ON ODOMETER SINCE THIS FIRST AROSE. IGNITION SWITCH FUNCTION ALSO A POTENTIAL CAUSE FOR WARNING LIGHT TO TRIGGER.
THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER, DYER MAZDA IN VERO BEACH, FL. THE DEALER TOLD ME THE AIRBAG MAY OR MAY NOT DEPLOY IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THEY SAID I NEEDED A PASSENGER WEIGHT SENSOR, A PASSENGER SEAT TRACK ADJUSTER, AND AN SAS UNIT. APPROXIMATELY $2,000 JUST FOR THE PARTS. I CALLED THE MANUFACTURER, MAZDA, AND AFTER REVIEW, THE MANUFACTURER CONCURRED THAT THE AIRBAG MAY OR MAY NOT DEPLOY UNLESS THESE 3 PARTS WERE REPLACED. MAZDA AGREED TO PAY FOR THE LABOR ONLY, $650, BUT I WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE $2,000 IN PARTS. MY CAR IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION, ONLY 11,752 MILES ON IT. THERE WAS NEVER ANY DAMAGE TO THE PARTS - IMPACT, WATER OR OTHERWISE. SINCE ALL 3 PARTS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE AIRBAG TO WORK PROPERLY, I FEEL MAZDA SHOULD COVER THE COST OF THE PARTS - NOT JUST THE LABOR. THIS IS A HUGE SAFETY ISSUE. MAZDA OEM PARTS ARE ONLY WARRANTED FOR 12 MONTHS OR 12000 MILES. SINCE THESE PARTS ARE DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE SAFETY OF THE CAR, I FEEL THESE PARTS SHOULD HAVE A MUCH LONGER WARRANTY - SUCH AS 100,000 MILES - LIKE A POWERTRAIN WARRANTY. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS ISSUE EXTENSIVELY ON THE INTERNET - SPECIFICALLY IN MAZDA OWNER FORUMS. THIS IS NOT A NEW ISSUE FOR MAZDA. THEY HAVE KNOWN ABOUT IT FOR YEARS. SINCE THE FAILURE OF THIS PART CAN BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DRIVER DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY, I BELIEVE MAZDA SHOULD BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR PRODUCT WORKING PROPERLY FOR MORE THAN 12 MONTHS OR 12,000 MILES. ANOTHER CONCERN I HAVE IS THAT IF THE PASSENGER SIDE SENSOR AIRBAG SYSTEM CAN FAIL, THEN THE DRIVER SIDE SYSTEM CAN ALSO FAIL. IF BOTH SYSTEMS FAIL, THE OWNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OVER $5,000 IN REPAIRS. I WOULD APPRECIATE ANYTHING YOU CAN DO TO ASSIST ME TO ENCOURAGE MAZDA TO STAND BY THEIR SAFETY PRODUCTS AND REPLACE THEM IF THEY FAIL. THANK YOU. *TR
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE
This SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red. SA-061/25 12/17/25 DESCRIPTION If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by asking if any aftermarket devices have been installed. Aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical concern. Below are a few examples of unusual electrical concerns caused by aftermarket devices. Examples: 1. Devices connected to the DLC-2 (battery discharge/DTC stored) 2. Devices plugged into the 12V outlet 3. GPS tracking device (engine no start/battery discharge) 4. Dash cam (DTC stored) 5. Non-certified USB cable (Apple Carplay™/ Android Auto™ will not connect) 6. Over-sized wheels/tires (incorrect GPS location) 7. DTC C0023:14 8. Decorative trim and/or cover on the START/STOP ENGINE button Example 1: Some electrical devices connected to the DLC-2 connector by insurance or mobile phone companies may cause: Battery discharge. The device may disrupt the CAN system battery saver mode. • IDS/MMDS will not communicate with the vehicle due to poor DLC-2 connection. The aftermarket device may cause DLC-2 female terminals to spread open.
ENGINE; POWER TRAIN; SERVICE BRAKES
This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red. SA-011/24 02/12/24, 06/06/24, 07/29/24 DESCRIPTION Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manual. Services performed outside of Mazda's factory scheduled maintenance are not recommended. These services are unnecessary and create unneeded expenses for your customers. SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Refer to the applicable Workshop Manual or Owner's Manual for vehicle -specific manufacturer scheduled maintenance. Workshop Manual - Refer to section 00-00 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE. Owner's Manual - Refer to section 8 Maintenance and Care. b. Note: Please refer to the information below outlining the services not included in Mazda's Factory Scheduled Maintenance: IMPORTANT: Recommending fluid flushes when not necessary can lead to customer confusion and dissatisfaction. Fluid flushing for preventive maintenance purposes is strongly discouraged, unless otherwise specified in a published procedure (Owner’s Manual, Workshop Manual, Technical Service Bulletin, etc.).
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by asking if any aftermarket devices have been installed. Aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical concern. Below are a few examples of unusual electrical concerns caused by aftermarket devices.
A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is caused by condensation, dust, and pollen within the cooling unit. This condition is usually worse during high humidity conditions. “Mazda Air Cooling Coil Coating” is available to encapsulate the mold to reduce odors. If the product is properly applied, it can effectively reduce the musty/mildew odor for up to three years. NOTE: See parts information for Mazda Air Cooling Coil Coating and Kit part numbers.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage such (melted, separating, etc.) when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection. If a structure's windows create enough of a curve, the concave glass can focus the sun's rays onto a small area and acting like magnifiying glass direct the sunbeams into a hot pinpoint of light. This magnifcation of the sun's rays can cause damage to vehicle trim (see examples). Additional information and exemplar images regarding this phenomenon can be found by performing a google search.
When replacing the SiriusXM satellite radio unit, a call must be made to inform SiriusXM of the existing Radio ID and the new/replacement SAT Radio ID as soon as possible to ensure the customer leaves the dealership with an active SAT radio.
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.