Recalls ·2024 Mazda MX-5

2024 Mazda MX-5 recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2024 Mazda MX-5; the most frequently affected component is traction control system. Owners filed 5 complaints, most often about power train. Among the 16 model years of this model in the database, 2024 ranks #9 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints5

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Recalls (1)

Traction control systemCampaign 25V336000 · 22 May 2025

Problem: 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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 5 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Power train2 · 40%
Electrical system2 · 40%
Exterior lighting1 · 20%
Visibility/wiper1 · 20%
Vehicle speed control1 · 20%

When complaints were filed

20253
20262

From owner complaints

The vehicle has a recurrent malfunction of the Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS), part of the exterior headlight system and advertised as a safety feature within Mazda’s i-ACTIVSENSE technology. The failure presents as a dashboard warning stating: “Headlight System Malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected.” The…

Exterior lighting · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

Driving vehicle on highway could not get the manual transmission into 3rd gear. Had to double clutch in order to do so. The vehicle only had 5,700 miles. The transmission produced a loud whining sound that could be heard outside the car. Took vehicle to dealership in which entire transmission was replaced.

Power train · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

I was driving on interstate 30 with the cruise control on and I needed to slow down as there was roadwork so I pressed down the brakes to disengage the cruiser control and slow the vehicle down, the vehicle not only not slow down but lunged forward. The brake pedal did not disengage the cruise control after pumping…

Electrical system · Oct 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

My current vehicle has a headlight malfunction issue that has plagued the car since 2k. Under turning the swivel in the headlight will break or become off track.The headlight if it becomes off track the adaptive headlight will stick in place causing a lost of field of view at night. Mazda has warranty the drive side…

Electrical system · Feb 2026 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20110
20120
20130
20140
20150
20163
20172
20183
20192
20201
20211
20221
20231
20241
20251
20260

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Source

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.

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