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US recalls (1)
Electronic stability control (esc): control module
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 and remedy
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.
Owner complaints (3)
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Mazda MX-5. Among 21 model years of this model, it ranks #13 for the most complaints (median 5).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Seat belts | 1 | |
| Unknown or other | 1 | |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2025 Mazda MX-5.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2025 Mazda MX-5 C RWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2025 Mazda MX-5 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| MX-5 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,850 |
| MX-5 2.0 L Automatic (S6) | 26 | 35 | 29 | $2,850 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.