2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda MX-5 Miata 2006

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2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)

Other (3%)

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2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD

40000 mi Water leaking from deteriorating weatherstripping. Dealer also replaced weatherstripping along front of top b/c it was crumbling. 
11000 mi Interior of car flooded during heavy rain. Soft top drains valves have a design flaw. Dealer replaced drain valves with updated ones. Repair took dealer 2 days. 
10000 mi leaky header seal on convertible top. 
12300 mi Convertible top seal at header replaced. Loose header bolt tightened. 
38800 mi Driver side sun visor hinge prematurely worn. Replaced. 
11845 mi Water leaking into trunk during heavy rains. Repaired under warranty. 
15185 mi Water leaking into trunk and passenger compartment during heavy rains again. Dealer diagonsed as left side bracket leaking. Replaced bracket under warranty. 
20000 mi Water leak into trunk and passenger compartment due to clogged top drains. 
22000 mi

US $49
Took it in for oil change, tire rotation, etc. Also requested they perform TSB on roof drain leaks. Results satisfactory so far. 
29000 mi

US $1800
Had the vinyl convertible top replaced. Original Miata top has interior straps that tear the top above the driver and passenger doors over time. New cloth top does not require the straps. 
36000 mi Windshield cracked, I believe due to stress and the cold winter temperatures. Mazda dealership denied the claim, though the car was under bumper to bumper warranty and suggested I contact my insurance company. 

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2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

170-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD

91000 mi Replaced old OEM vinyl top with aftermarket canvas 
81700 mi

US $412
Replaced convertible top 

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2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Body Problems

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