Mazda MX-5 Recalls (2016-2025)
The Mazda MX-5 has been the subject of 5 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA across the 2016 to 2025 model years. They cluster mostly around the electronic stability control (esc), traction control system, and air bags.
The Mazda MX-5 scores 20 out of 100 (grade D), a busier recall record than most. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 100% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 40% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.
Those 5 campaigns span 10 model years of the Mazda MX-5. The single largest affected 121,038 vehicles, over fuel system. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common MX-5 problems owners report.
The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Mazda MX-5 may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.
Mazda MX-5 recalls by model year
Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.
Mazda MX-5 recalls by affected system
Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.
Recalls by model year
2025 Mazda MX-5 Recalls
1 recall affects the 2025 Mazda MX-5, involving the electronic stability control (esc) and traction control system.
2024 Mazda MX-5 Recalls
1 recall affects the 2024 Mazda MX-5, involving the electronic stability control (esc) and traction control system.
2019 Mazda MX-5 Recalls
3 recalls affect the 2019 Mazda MX-5, involving the air bags, fuel system, and power train.
2018 Mazda MX-5 Recalls
3 recalls affect the 2018 Mazda MX-5, involving the air bags, fuel system, and power train.
2017 Mazda MX-5 Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2017 Mazda MX-5, involving the air bags and power train.
2016 Mazda MX-5 Recalls
3 recalls affect the 2016 Mazda MX-5, involving the air bags, structure, and power train.
Every Mazda MX-5 recall in detail
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Affected years
- 2024-2025 Mazda MX-5
- Vehicles in this recall
- 12,244
- Reported
- Jun 3, 2025
- Owners notified
- Jul 18, 2025
Defect: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mazda MX-5 vehicles. The Traction Control System (TCS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) indicator light may fail to illuminate as intended due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: An indicator light that does not illuminate may fail to warn the driver of a TCS or DSC system issue, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the DSC unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7425E.
NHTSA campaign number 25V336000.
Air Bags
- Affected years
- 2016-2023 Mazda MX-5
- Vehicles in this recall
- 77,670
- Reported
- Sep 18, 2024
- Owners notified
- Nov 7, 2024
Defect: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 6924I.
NHTSA campaign number 24V695000.
Fuel System
- Affected years
- 2018-2019 Mazda MX-5
- Vehicles in this recall
- 121,038
- Reported
- Nov 12, 2021
- Owners notified
- Jul 18, 2022
Defect: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.
NHTSA campaign number 21V875000.
Structure
- Affected years
- 2016 Mazda MX-5
- Vehicles in this recall
- 2,476
- Reported
- Jun 27, 2019
- Owners notified
- Aug 2, 2019
Defect: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Miata MX-5 vehicles. The skid plate and metal bracket may detach from underneath the vehicle.
Risk: Parts that separate from the vehicle may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the skid plate, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3619F.
NHTSA campaign number 19V496000.
Power Train
- Affected years
- 2016-2019 Mazda MX-5
- Vehicles in this recall
- 14,370
- Reported
- Feb 1, 2019
- Owners notified
- Mar 14, 2019
Defect: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2019 MX-5 (Miata) vehicles with automatic transmissions. Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to unexpectedly downshift and abruptly decelerate.
Risk: If the vehicle abruptly downshifts, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the TCM with corrected software, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3019A.
NHTSA campaign number 19V072000.
Common questions about Mazda MX-5 recalls
- Does the Mazda MX-5 have any recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA has 5 recall campaigns on record for the Mazda MX-5 across the 2016 to 2025 model years. The most common areas are the electronic stability control (esc), traction control system, and air bags.
- How many times has the Mazda MX-5 been recalled?
- The Mazda MX-5 has 5 recall campaigns from the 2016 to 2025 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
- What is the most serious Mazda MX-5 recall?
- The most serious recall on record involves the fuel system, affecting 121,038 vehicles. Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Which Mazda MX-5 model year has the most recalls?
- The 2016 Mazda MX-5 has the most, with 3 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
- How do I check if my Mazda MX-5 has an open recall?
- Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.