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US recalls (3)
Air bags: air bag/restraint control module, software
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 and remedy
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.
Structure: frame and members, underbody shields
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 and remedy
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.
Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
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 and remedy
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.
Owner complaints (34)
Owners filed 34 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Mazda MX-5 (3 crashes, 2 injuries reported). Among 21 model years of this model, it ranks #1 for the most complaints (median 5).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Power train | 11 | |
| Unknown or other | 7 | |
| Air bags | 5 | |
| Structure | 4 | |
| Electrical system | 4 | |
| Wheels | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2016 Mazda MX-5.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2016 Mazda MX-5 C RWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2016 Mazda MX-5 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| MX-5 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,750 |
| MX-5 2.0 L Automatic (S6) | 26 | 36 | 30 | $2,750 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.