2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda MX-5 Miata 2016

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2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata repairs by problem area

Engine (2%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (39%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 44 repairs.
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2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (12%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (80%)

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Chart based on 25 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD

Mazda MX-5 Miata in New Mexico, United States
May 2017 - Jun 2018
Aug 2017

26500 mi
Top replaced under warranty, excess wear for mileage on seams and exterior rubbing. 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Illinois, United States
Oct 2016 - Jun 2022
Dec 2016

12000 mi
Blind spot monitors would shut down in heavy rain or traffic. Known issue. Mazda replaced sensors. 
Aug 2017

14000 mi
The transmission essentially disintegrated. Swap it out for a factory new transmission 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Wisconsin, United States
Jun 2015 - Jul 2022
May 2017

15000 mi
Tire pressure monitor error. Dealer reset system for no charge. Multiple leaks in refrigerant lines including a section of aluminum tubing and the compressor. Note: This repair was done in August of 2019, not May of 2017. Wasn't able to delete and re-enter with correct date. 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Arizona, United States
Mar 2016 - Jun 2022
May 2017

5000 mi
Replaced Manual Transmission 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida, United States
Apr 2016 - Jun 2018
Oct 2017

9500 mi
Known issue with early build Miata's. 2nd gear failure. Transmission replaced under warranty. Top was showing abnormal wear marks as indicated by a TSB. Top was replaced under warranty. 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Connecticut, United States
Aug 2016 - Jan 2022
Jul 2018

12000 mi
Universal joints and driveshaft 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Michigan, United States
Jun 2022 - Nov 2022
Jul 2022

21000 mi

US $50
Wires on heating fan broken. Poor install at the factory. 
Nov 2022

27000 mi

US $500
Clutch repair 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida, United States
Apr 2017 - Jun 2022
May 2022

15540 mi

US $500
Steering binding. EPS module replaced. Steering experiences same symptoms especially on hot days. 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Alaska, United States
Jul 2015 - Jun 2022
Jun 2021

16000 mi

US $260
Faulty spark plug, replaced all four at the same time. 
Jun 2022

17000 mi

US $760
Fuel pump failure. The tolerances in the fuel tank are incredibly tight, only a couple millimeters of room. The float attached to the sending unit (fuel gauge) keeps sticking at 3/4-full tank. Reads accurately below 3/4-full. Mazda has attempted to place the pump several times, including utilizing Mazda tech team. Float still won't show a full tank. I believe another attempt is going to be made after summer driving season is over. 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Washington, United States
Jan 2016 - Jun 2022
May 2017

10000 mi
Leaking evaporator 
Apr 2018

20000 mi
Overhead dome light wiring came loose - windshield surround was removed to repair. 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in New York, United States
Jan 2016 - Mar 2018
Dec 2016

5000 mi
Wear marks on both sides of convertible top. Noise from rear of vehicle when driving over small bumps in road 
Feb 2018

11000 mi
Rear brake pads and calipers replaced under warranty to address noise issue. Convertible top assembly (soft top cloth and frame) replaced due to wear marks, both sides 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Virginia, United States
Mar 2016 - Jun 2022
Aug 2016

5000 mi
Clicking noise coming from improperly torqued differential bolts repaired. TSB issued for this problem. 
Feb 2017

11000 mi
Door seals were replaced via TSB due to noise when rolling windows down. Rattles from convertible top. Excessive heat entering cabin from heater core. TSB was issued for this condition and an insulator from later production cars was installed. 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in British Columbia, Canada
Feb 2016 - Jul 2022
Jun 2016

1860 mi
Inner headliner detached from rear window. I was easily able to reattach it. Factory recall bulletin for modified attachment system was installed. 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States
Feb 2016 - Mar 2019
Jun 2016

3000 mi
a strap in the convertible top broke requiring a replacement top. seat belt retractor needed tensioning 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Wisconsin, United States
Sep 2015 - May 2017
Oct 2015 Convertible top not aligned properly rear window not properly attached to soft top rail 
Sep 2016

3000 mi
inner convertible top liner installed incorrectly at the plant, detaches and blocks rear visibility when top down convertible top misaligned at factory, causing rattles at the locking mechanism 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Rhode Island, United States
Jul 2015 - Oct 2019
Oct 2016

4000 mi
Replaced Blind Spot Monitoring Sensors under a TSB. I noticed that they were randomly turning off. Car had to be stopped to turn them back on. 
Jun 2018

7000 mi
Not actually a recall but noticed the seat belt re-tractors were not working ,,, most of the time. When I showed it to the Dealer they replaced them at no cost to me :-) 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Massachusetts, United States
Apr 2016 - Jun 2022
Sep 2016

6000 mi
Cloth roof was frayed and worn in several spots 
Aug 2021

39000 mi

US $200
Metal tube/pipe was cracked do to stress. New revised pipe was installed. 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States
Nov 2016 - Jun 2018
May 2016

2500 mi
There is noise from the rear suspension. Fixed with a part from the factory by the dealer. 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Missouri, United States
Feb 2017 - Dec 2019
May 2017

445 mi
Convertible top straps failed at overhead point on passenger side. Dealer replaced both straps as per TSB. 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States
Nov 2015 - May 2019
Mar 2017

7200 mi
Convertible top was replaced under warranty due to slight wear when putting it up and down. 
Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida, United States
Dec 2016 - Oct 2020
Feb 2017

4000 mi
Inner lining on soft top kept coming loose at back window, hinder view. Mazda installed J Clips to hold lining in place. There is a Mazda TSB on this issue 
Jun 2017

6000 mi
The infotainment screen began to delaminate in the top right corner. The dealer replaced the part under warranty 
Sep 2017

7500 mi
Inner lining of cloth top came loose at back window. New Clips installed to replace clips installed in February 2017 that failed to hold the lining in place. 

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2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

129-horsepower 1.5L I4 6-speed manual RWD

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Great Britain
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
Apr 2018

10700 mi
Diagnosed by mechanic as windscreen washer motor failure needing replacement. Was going on trip to Europe so decided to live with it temporarily. Intention to replace it on return in may 2018. Also the multimedia button for home and music system has lost its click spring and is stuck. Tyre pressure monitor on dash board keeps showing up as failed needing to be reset, especially if sometimes go across potholes . tyres and pressure in good condition. Unsure if previous owner did not replace monitors when changed tyres. Will try and resolve it in next few months. 

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2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Repair Histories

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