2023 Mazda MX-5
1 recalls · 7 complaints · Safety Score B
Recall History
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 Vehic...
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: 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.
Recent Complaints
| Date | Component | Description | Crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01/2026 | Steering | Steering feels sticky at higher speeds, once the vehicle is at full operating temp. The steering requires some pressure ... | No | No |
| 09/22/2025 | Power Train | Manual transmission will not reliably shift from 2nd to 3rd gear without a grinding noise. Other owners are reporting s... | No | No |
| 06/06/2025 | Air Bags | On [XXX] my [XXX] son was driving the vehicle and at low speed (30 mph or under) lost control of the vehicle in a turn.... | Yes | No |
| 01/31/2025 | Power Train | My vehicle has only 8700 miles. At around 2500 miles first gear refused to engage, and I had to start the car in second ... | No | No |
| 10/29/2024 | Seat Belts,unknown or Other | Dear, I’m writing to address the delayed response to the recall for my Mazda MX-5, which began on September 18. It has b... | No | No |
| 09/09/2024 | Power Train | The manual transmission has a synchronizer failure. Safety was put at risk due to inability to safely complete a gear c... | No | No |
| 07/06/2024 | Power Train | Mazda Miata model years 2022-2024 with manual 6sp transmission are experiencing a large number of failures at low mileag... | No | No |
Most Complained-About Components
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2023 Mazda MX-5 has 1 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 7.
The 2023 Mazda MX-5 has a Safety Score of 78/100 (Grade B). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2023 Mazda MX-5 received a Safety Score of B. This vehicle has a better-than-average safety record. There are 1 crash reports on file.
Contact your nearest Mazda dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.
Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).