2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda MX-5 Miata 2008

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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%)

Chart based on 64 repairs.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (86%)

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Chart based on 7 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

12000 mi Unable to open trunk lid. Problem was due to a faulty latch. 
13000 mi Windshield stress crack. Dealer replaced Same. 

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD

9300 mi The fuel door latch was broken so got it fixed under warranty.  
36000 mi Replaced seat track due to problems with height adjustment 

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

121000 mi I fixed the seat belt retractors which did not retract. 
32200 mi Seat belts don't properly retract. 
50000 mi

US $200
Passenger's seat belt won't retract. This is the second time for this belt and the third time for the car. 
15000 mi One fog light fell into the bumper. Replaced fixture that holds it in place under warranty. 
10200 mi Headlights were aiming too high, giving poor illumination. 

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Other Problems

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