| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata repairs by problem area
Engine (16%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (8%)
Suspension and Steering (6%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (20%)
Other (14%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 64 repairs.
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata body repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (27%)
$500 - $999 (9%)
$100 - $499 (18%)
< $100 (45%)
Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
166-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 150000 mi US $1200 |
The power retractable hardtop stopped working. It had to be completely disassembled and a motor replaced. |
| 30000 mi US $200 |
PRHT stopped working. |
| 26040 mi | water leaks, floors and carpet wet, due to blocked water ducts (leaves, maple tree seeds). |
| 71900 mi US $1400 |
Gear on the PRHT, part was 12,000 labor 200 |
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD
| 36000 mi | Replaced convertable top due to stress cracks |
| 49400 mi US $1250 |
Factory top began to crack, had to replace. Replaced with Canvas aftermarket to with 7 year warranty. |
| 54000 mi | Seat blew out, replaced with new leather. Driver side rub where you get in. Cost Approx $500.00 |
| 72000 mi US $100 |
Dealer cleared plugged top well drain (left rear) and re-fitted convertible top. |
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 18200 mi | This car has the power retractible hard top. The latch buzzed. They took it apart, put in some anti-vibration material. Problem solved. |
| 10200 mi | Power retractable hard top squeaked on drivers side. |
| 121000 mi | I sealed windshield crowl screw gaskets which were leaking water into the car. I de-clogged rear drain holes which were causing runoff water from to top to flood the interior. I also bought a new fabric top, but need to wait for warmer weather to replace it. |
| 88000 mi US $500 |
New motor for hard top |
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