Recalls ·2019 Mazda MX-5

2019 Mazda MX-5 recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Mazda MX-5; the most frequently affected component is air bags — software. Owners filed 11 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 16 model years of this model in the database, 2019 ranks #4 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints11
Crashes reported2in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Air bags — SoftwareCampaign 24V695000 · 18 Sep 2024

Problem: 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.

Fuel system, gasoline — Fuel pumpCampaign 21V875000 · 12 Nov 2021

Problem: 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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 11 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Electrical system3 · 27%
Steering2 · 18%
Service brakes2 · 18%
Structure2 · 18%
Power train2 · 18%
Fuel system2 · 18%
Gasoline2 · 18%
Air bags1 · 9%

When complaints were filed

20191
20203
20211
20224
20232

From owner complaints

On the Dash the amber ABS light came on as well as the red Brake light and they stayed on for a couples and I took it to the shop and they said it was the "Steering Angle Sensor" and they changed it and the lights came back on a day later and they took another look from head to toe and they couldn't find a reason why…

Steering · Dec 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

As i was exiting a bp gas station (62 griffin corporation dr, chelsea, al 35043) and making a right onto county road 11, the rear tires of the car started to spin (1/4 throttle). I noticed that abs or the stability control system did not activate. The rear tires continued spinning and i felt the car's back end…

Electrical system · Jul 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

As i was exiting a bp gas station (62 griffin corporation dr, chelsea, al 35043) and making a right onto county road 11, the rear tires of the car started to spin (1/4 throttle). I noticed that abs or the stability control system did not activate. The car was not in "sport" mode. It was in the "d" driving mode. The…

Power train · Jul 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

I've had the car about 4,500 miles. No problems. Current mileage is 8899. Drove about 30 miles. 88 degrees. Humid. Dry. Slowed and turned right into my driveway. Stopped to run and open the garage. Standard tranny. The moment I slipped it out of gear, the engine began to howl, revving to between 5,500 and 6,000…

Vehicle speed control · Aug 2022 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.