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Mazda MX-5 Miata in Maryland, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017 80000 mi US $400	Parking Break Cable broke and had to be replaced.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Ontario, Canada - Nov 2017
Mar 2015 31000 mi	Replaced collision sensor
Nov 2017 46500 mi	Replaced catalytic converter

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Alaska, United States Sep 2013 - Nov 2015
Mar 2015 16000 mi US $155	Battery died over the winter despite a battery minder system. It wouldn't hold a charge. The battery was replaced and all seems well.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in North Carolina, United States Dec 2011 - Apr 2015
Jul 2011 11000 mi	A/C not cooling. It had to be evacuated and recharged. Also the Gas Cap broke.
May 2014 40900 mi	Unsuccessful courtesy A/C repair, Freon leaked out again over the weekend. Courtesy repair of A/C. A rubber grommet on the high-line side apparently had a crack in it from the factory. They replaced the grommet and thought it would fix the problem.
Apr 2015 45000 mi	Still in the Dealership Repair Shop for a continuing saga of air conditioning problems. It will not hold a Freon charge. They've replaced a couple more grommets. I suspect it is the Evaporator. Friday,04-11-15, Picked up the car from Sport Durst Mazda. Mileage is 45931. Replaced 2 "o" rings going into Evaporator Unit. Dealership says the problem has been corrected this time. Did not charge me for repairs.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Colorado, United States - Nov 2010
Apr 2010 87 mi	The battery died a few days after purchase. It had sat on the lot for a few months in the winter and no one had driven it. The dealer replaced it within hours and we were on our way.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in North Carolina, United States Jan 2017 - Jun 2022
Jun 2017 46000 mi	Bad connection at battery terminals. Wire-brushed terminals and coated with petroleum jelly.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Arizona, United States Aug 2014 - Jun 2022
Jan 2021 60000 mi US $80	Clean MAF and throttle body, attend to rich fuel CEL, oil/filter change.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States Nov 2017 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018 45000 mi US $4300	Original Bilstein shocks were leaking and tires. Replaced with Fox from Flyin Miata. Original pads worn out. Replaced. Alignment.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Rhode Island, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2022
Dec 2016 44000 mi US $150	Radio has satellite but when selected an error message is displayed "antenna failed" had diagnosed at Mazda and they claimed it needs an antenna - had replaced by dealer we bought the car from (Chevrolet dealer)because we bought car used. Not fixed.
May 2022 59000 mi US $300	Power Hardtop - replaced passenger side motor

Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States Jul 2017 - Dec 2017
Nov 2017 73560 mi US $873	engine light on, Code p401 Egr flow not reacting to command, Replaced valve, cleared the code, retest system OK

Mazda MX-5 Miata in New York, United States Jun 2011 - Jun 2022
Nov 2011 2004 mi	Retractable hardtop stopped working.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida, United States - Jul 2011
Nov 2009 1968 mi US $89	Oil & Filter Change. Full Synthetic

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Maryland, United States - May 2009
Jan 2009 950 mi	In the prior repair the radiator was replaced. After, I still smelled coolant and the reservoir level was low. Dealer's shop said there was air in the system which fooled the coolant level but air worked out. They cleaned engine area and topped coolant.
May 2009 927 mi	Radiator replaced by dealer under warranty. Took two days to obtain, and two days to complete repair. Car seems fine now although some antifreeze smell lingers. Dealer returned car washed and cleaned.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Mar 2017 44456 mi US $1050	Power steering found leaking. Mechanic replaced steering rack assembly.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Nova Scotia, Canada Jun 2018 - Jun 2022
Oct 2020 46651 mi C $1415	Noisy rear pinion gear. Part was not available by manufacturer, due to back orders. Replaced with unit from salvage yard. Noise is gone with repair.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Texas, United States Jul 2018 - Sep 2019
Aug 2018 76000 mi US $500	compressor burned out , needed to replace the compressor and changed the drive belt
Dec 2018 79000 mi US $20	the rear light gaskets wore out and, after a bar rain night, it flooded the trunk

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Maryland, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2022
Nov 2015 78000 mi US $20	Map light switch failed. Map light assembly replaced.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Kuwait Dec 2009 - Mar 2013
May 2010 15580 mi	Coolant temperature gauge went up to 3/4ths mark when idling (117-118c), regardless of ambient air temperature, but did not overheat. Thermostat repaired under warranty.
Mar 2011 27900 mi	Car would not start due to faulty relay in fuse box. Second time this has happened. Last time was about two years ago. Relay replaced, but dealer took a week to figure out the problem.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States Jan 2011 - May 2022
Feb 2011 13000 mi	Windshield stress crack. Dealer replaced Same.
Jul 2018 30000 mi US $200	PRHT stopped working.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Wisconsin, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2013
Jun 2011 20000 mi	Faulty belt tensioner.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States Aug 2009 - Jan 2010
Sep 2009 19000 mi US $50	Radio Faceplate Replaced

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Connecticut, United States Jun 2013 - Jun 2014
Apr 2014 55300 mi US $900	Ac condenser needed replacement.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States Jun 2011 - Sep 2022
May 2015 20000 mi US $60	Both key remotes failed to open or lock doors or the trunk. New batteries made no difference. Needed reprogramming. Wow. Wrong. Battery in the key was upside down. I found it, fixed and it work.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Virginia, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2022
Sep 2015 71000 mi US $150	Radio controls stopped working. Replaced with a working used radio.
Apr 2017 87000 mi US $135	HVAC blower not functioning. Replaced blower and system resistor. Radio replaced before not working (cd player not accepting discs). Replaced entire unit with fully functioning used part.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Maine, United States Aug 2009 - Jul 2022
Sep 2009 12000 mi	Unable to open trunk lid. Problem was due to a faulty latch.
Sep 2020 49949 mi US $2789	Engine misfired and stalled. Repair consisted of: PCM update/re-learned throttle body/replaced Cam and Crank Sensor/replaced all spark plugs/replaced #1 & 2 injectors/replaced MAP sensor and EGR valve--(MAP Sensor had missing internal valve and EGR valve had carbon keeping valve open, causing a constant vacuum leak).

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Texas, United States Aug 2009 - Oct 2022
Apr 2013 101800 mi US $400	Heater fan motor stopped working and was replaced.
Feb 2014 133000 mi US $1000	Transmission was leaking oil and had to have seals replaced.
Mar 2015 164000 mi	A bolt that held the right rear caliper on fell out. This was on a long trip and I had to temporarily fix it myself. I took it to the shop that did the last break job and they fixed it with factory parts and gave me a free oil change.
Sep 2016 150000 mi US $1200	The power retractable hardtop stopped working. It had to be completely disassembled and a motor replaced.
Jan 2022 280000 mi US $600	There was a clunking noise in the front end. They replaced the sway bar bushings.
Oct 2022 290000 mi US $250	Replaced steering wheel because the leather wore out.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in North Carolina, United States Sep 2011 - Feb 2014
Aug 2013 71900 mi US $1400	Gear on the PRHT, part was 12,000 labor 200
Sep 2013 73000 mi US $400	Thermostat

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Virginia, United States Aug 2014 - Jul 2022
Sep 2014 33000 mi US $740	REPLACED LEAKING CONDENSER COIL
Dec 2015 39000 mi US $348	replaced fraying serpentine belt

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Ontario, Canada Sep 2011 - Dec 2012
Oct 2011 26040 mi	water leaks, floors and carpet wet, due to blocked water ducts (leaves, maple tree seeds).

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Ontario, Canada Oct 2016 - Jun 2018
May 2017 48360 mi C $780	Replace leaking rear pinion seal.
Aug 2017 49600 mi C $200	Replaced rotors and pads with high performance replacements.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in New Mexico, United States Jul 2016 - Apr 2018
Sep 2016 72000 mi US $800	Dealer cleared plugged top well drain (left rear) and re-fitted convertible top. Replace rear coil springs due to very slight sagging at LR.
Dec 2016 73000 mi US $900	Replaced front struts and springs and LR coil spring to correct aforementioned "lean."

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Tennessee, United States Jan 2011 - Jun 2018
Jul 2011 36000 mi	Replaced convertable top due to stress cracks Replaced seat track due to problems with height adjustment

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Iowa, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2013
Nov 2009 12000 mi	Clutch pedal adjustment; clutch would not release.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in North Carolina, United States Feb 2011 - Sep 2014
May 2012 49400 mi US $1250	Factory top began to crack, had to replace. Replaced with Canvas aftermarket to with 7 year warranty.
Aug 2012 54000 mi	Seat blew out, replaced with new leather. Driver side rub where you get in. Cost Approx $500.00
Sep 2014 67000 mi US $320	Car would not idle correctly. Two items: Computer has a service bulletin (TSB) requiring a flash and carbon build up behind manifold plate. Service recommended injector cleaning also. Once completed ran perfect.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in British Columbia, Canada Jun 2011 - Feb 2012
Jul 2011 9300 mi	The fuel door latch was broken so got it fixed under warranty.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in New York, United States Jan 2010 - Apr 2017
Nov 2010 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.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States Dec 2011 - Mar 2018
Feb 2018 113000 mi US $200	Trunk door lock button was occasionally not triggering an unlock. Whole button was replaced and fixed the problem.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida, United States Aug 2009 - Aug 2010
Jun 2010 15000 mi	One fog light fell into the bumper. Replaced fixture that holds it in place under warranty.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2017 - Sep 2018
Sep 2018 48000 mi US $350	Gas cap needed to be replaced. System pressure leak caused the engine light to activate. replacement of front brakes and rotors

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Arkansas, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2014
Jan 2013	Purge Solenoid Failed

Mazda MX-5 Miata in New Mexico, United States Oct 2017 - Jan 2022
Dec 2017 121000 mi	Replaced all 4 disc break pads & rotors. Replaced Brake fluid & bleed system. $400. I replaced the thermostat and replaced radiator-cooling fluid. I replaced the coolant expansion tank with an aluminum one as the plastic tanks are prone to abrupt failure, for an additional $230. 6 speed manual transmission shifting plate, shifting ball, turrent fluid, transmission fluid. I replaced differential oil, air filter, spark plugs. I fixed the seat belt retractors which did not retract. 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 replaced broken factory CD changer-stereo for an additional repair cost of $500 in parts. I also removed and lubricated squeaky anti-sway bar bushings, took about an hour and no parts. About 2 hours changing the HID lights, fog lights, licence plate lights, & side marker lights. I also bought a new fabric top, but need to wait for warmer weather to replace it. I replaced broken key FOB which will require a locksmith to program and will end up costing $400 total.
Sep 2020 126000 mi US $120	The starter fuse blew. Worked OK when replaced. But blew again. I replaced the starter myself. Very hard job due to location and limited space. Required draining coolant and removing the factory oil cooler to access.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Ohio, United States Dec 2010 - Oct 2015
Jul 2012 43800 mi	HVAC blower motor very noisy
Oct 2015 88000 mi US $500	New motor for hard top

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2022
Apr 2012 32200 mi	Seat belts don't properly retract.
Jun 2017 49000 mi US $1000	Oxygen sensor died. Air bag sensor located under passenger seat faulty. Shop found a code when running a diagnosis for the check engine light caused by the oxygen sensor.
Oct 2017 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.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Texas, United States Dec 2009 - Apr 2016
Apr 2010 10200 mi	Poor radio reception Headlights were aiming too high, giving poor illumination. Power retractable hard top squeaked on drivers side.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in New Jersey, United States May 2010 - Jul 2012
Sep 2010 13000 mi	Cd changer would not unload cds, they ordered the unit and it was replaced

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Texas, United States - Oct 2007
Oct 2007 2918 mi	Replace Right-Hand Window Motor and Window Regulator under Warranty

Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States Jul 2007 - Jul 2008
Sep 2007 900 mi	Malfunction Indicator Light. Evap system. Fuel cap replaced under Technical Service Bulletin. Should have been done while in dealer inventory based on details in the TSB.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in New Mexico, United States Jan 2007 - Apr 2018
Nov 2007 3600 mi	PRHT w/out service bulletin performed. Put a light coat of white lithium grease on the center post and haven't had it stick since.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Missouri, United States Jan 2014 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017 109000 mi US $300	Replace electric cooling fan motor

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Ontario, Canada Jul 2014 - Jul 2018
Aug 2015 39980 mi	Check engine light on. intermittent misfire. plugs replaced and efi cleaned. May need EGR valve serviced. Okay 2 weeks then CEL recurred. Now a vacuum leak, orig prob okay, may just be gas cap, new one ordered.
Sep 2015 41540 mi C $250	Needed new gas cap. replaced. problem has not recurred.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Missouri, United States Aug 2020 - Jul 2022
Jul 2021 98000 mi US $400	replace thermostat and perform oil change

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2015 - Sep 2016
Jul 2016 28000 mi	Replace Fuel Filler Cap due to leak in evap system.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States Mar 2010 - May 2017
Apr 2012 56000 mi	The power retractible hard top started making a loud squeak. A few drops of lube to the hinges fixed the problem.
Apr 2013 62300 mi US $30	The steering rack started making a groaning noise as the wheel was turn from lock to lock. Thermostat malfunction. Check engine light on.
Oct 2016 103000 mi	HVAC blower motor was buzzing and vibrating. Opened housing to clear out insulation fibers and leaves that filled the blower.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2013
Feb 2011 55000 mi US $600	Started experiencing a "whine" - from what is guessed to be rear of vehicle - that is noticeable when the car is moving 40 mph or more. Dealer attributed it to need for alignment. "Whine" persists post alignment:(

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Minnesota, United States May 2010 - Oct 2011
Oct 2011 99000 mi US $3500	Spun crank bearing in cylinder no 1, caused connecting rod to break. Car required new engine.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Kansas, United States Mar 2010 - Mar 2016
May 2012 26000 mi US $1640	The vinyl top cracked and tore as seen here: http://bit.ly/MDLdEW. It did not yet leak when replaced. The replacement was a canvas top that cost $200 more than a like-for-like vinyl replacement.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Connecticut, United States Aug 2010 - Aug 2016
Dec 2010 50000 mi US $10	copper battery cable corroded. needed a jumper start. removed damaged terminal. replaced with a new heavy duty leaded steel terminal.
Jul 2011 65000 mi US $378	water entered cabin and trunk after rain. replaced water drain system.also had car 66 point check.
Feb 2012 72400 mi US $90	exhaust system heat shield needed to be welded in place. the shield was about to fall off the catalytic converter.
Sep 2012 78000 mi US $375	replaced seat belts
Aug 2015 96100 mi US $325	clutch engaging to soon
Mar 2016 99000 mi US $124	replaced all lights in front end of car

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida, United States Sep 2010 - Jan 2013
Jan 2013 39000 mi US $900	Had to replace the top.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Virginia, United States Dec 2015 - Jun 2016
May 2016 115900 mi US $1200	Had to have the rear wheel bearings replaced. As well as have the rear shocks replaced 60,000 from the last time I had them replaced.. I still consider it regular wear and tear

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Georgia, United States Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
Jul 2021 99000 mi	brakes replaced incl pads & rotors, valve cover gasket replaced. Replaced vinyl top

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2016
Apr 2015 38000 mi US $598	Left rear strut leaking, left and rear struts were replaced. Interior rear view mirror silver was failing, interior rear view mirror replaced Battery cover broken, cover replaced

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Texas, United States Apr 2013 - Jun 2016
May 2013 42500 mi US $350	Switch for temp sensor was broken. Had to replace.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in North Carolina, United States Jul 2012 - Sep 2012
Aug 2012 51500 mi US $100	check engine light diagnosed as thermostat, replaced.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2015 - Jun 2018
Oct 2017 48000 mi US $300	Oxygen sensor had to be replaced. Check engine light was on.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Virginia, United States Aug 2014 - Dec 2016
Nov 2016 109900 mi US $400	Replaced O2 sensor
Dec 2016 112000 mi US $800	Had to replace the whole drivers side outside door handle and all related parts because he handle broke off.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Texas, United States May 2013 - Jun 2022
Jul 2014 79300 mi US $120	not cooling. no leak found. dye and freon added.
Jul 2015 91300 mi	Not cooling well. Low on freon.
Jul 2016 101300 mi US $800	Rear strut leaking and loud. Replaced both.
Jun 2021 120000 mi US $1000	Fan was out. It was built into the compressor and the part was crazy expensive from dealer & 2nd hand was not to be found, so bought used part and had it replaced.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida, United States Jun 2012 - Dec 2012
Oct 2012 60300 mi US $500	Required a few jump starts. Test showed bad alt and battery. When i took battery to mazda for warranty replacement it didnt test in their failure mode but on same machine at repair shop it failed. 2 mo later battery did fail
Dec 2012 62000 mi	Warranty battery just less than 2 yrs old. WORST BATTERIES EVER

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Arkansas, United States Mar 2017 - May 2018
Jun 2017 81000 mi US $122	Replaced the Thermostat. Part was $30 and i probably could have replaced it myself with the proper tools.
May 2018 115000 mi US $500	Replaced all 4 shocks. Originals were leaking.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Alabama, United States Jul 2011 - Sep 2014
Feb 2014 48600 mi US $279	Check engine light came on. When checked code for thermostat in cooling system was malfunctioning. Two other Mazda's (2006)Mazda3 and (2007)Mazda3 were in same shop with same problem at approx. same mileage.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Great Britain Mar 2011 - Jan 2014
Jun 2011 38000 mi	Squeak from front end. Dealer diagnosed as suspension drop links, replaced under warranty. Squeak remained but owner discovered it came from bonnet (hood) catch! Lubed well and no squeak.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Tennessee, United States Nov 2013 - Dec 2013
Dec 2013 18000 mi US $550	Bolts on transmission were loose and losing transmission fluid. Detected by noticing transmission slippage when cold.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Saskatchewan, Canada Sep 2012 - Jun 2022
May 2014 52100 mi C $400	Right front wheel bearing.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States Mar 2010 - Aug 2015
Oct 2010 38800 mi	Driver side sun visor hinge prematurely worn. Replaced.
Nov 2014 76100 mi US $300	thermostat

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Texas, United States May 2010 - Nov 2015
Jul 2014 30000 mi US $560	Check engine light - low coolant temperature. Replaced thermostat. Problem fixed.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida, United States Oct 2009 - Apr 2013
Jan 2011 46000 mi US $57	Got CEL (p0126) read at auto parts. Googling landed me http://forum.miata.net/vb/showthread.php?t=335589 with all info needed for diy. Did work myself.
Jun 2012 58000 mi	Cd would not eject. did hone fix which i read up on miata.net

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Ohio, United States Aug 2010 - Mar 2024
Jan 2011 40000 mi	Water leaking from deteriorating weatherstripping. Dealer also replaced weatherstripping along front of top b/c it was crumbling.
Sep 2011 45000 mi	Driver's side rear shock had a complete blow out. Oil leaked all over driveway. Decided to replace all shocks since car is at 45K and at least one shock has already failed. Bought HQ aftermarket sport replacements Car emits a metallic "pop" during spirited turns or when going over transition changes. Suspension/chassis related. Mechanic inspected car and said he could find nothing wrong. Said to drive car until something happens.
Aug 2014 56000 mi US $100	Master and slave cylinder failed simultaneously
Jul 2018 64000 mi US $91	Check Engine Light for Code P0126 (Engine Coolant Below Temp) Apparently there was a design flaw that is addressed by a Mazda Service Bulletin. Never had a problem with mine until now. Clear the CEL and the P0126 code will come back on within a 30 minute trip.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Texas, United States Feb 2014 - Jun 2022
Jun 2014 34000 mi US $100	evap leak code, unable to pass emissions test. replaced gas cap and evap solenoid
Oct 2015 42000 mi US $20	Replaced Master cylinder.
Oct 2017 46850 mi US $500	Replaced hissing pressurized plastic coolant tank.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Florida, United States Nov 2010 - Sep 2012
Dec 2010 50000 mi US $132	Cooling system sensor had to be replaced. Check engine light had come on to let me know there was a problem.
Jan 2011 51000 mi US $214	Thermostat stuck open. Had to be replaced.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States Feb 2011 - Mar 2012
Feb 2012 32000 mi US $60	chirping from engine area. believed to be vibration noise. mechanic harnessed some wires thought to be the problem, but did not work. dealer unable to resolve. belt tensioner coming apart.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in New York, United States Jan 2012 - Oct 2021
Nov 2015 28000 mi US $75	Misfire in a cylinder causing very poor performance. We replaced the spark plug and fed the car a fuel injector cleaner (Techron). We bought a replacement injector but have not installed it because the car is running very well.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2010 - Sep 2012
Jan 2011 64200 mi	Burning smell. Loose fitting allowed oil to fall onto exhaust. Problem diagnosed and sorted by mechanic who deemed he was responsible at servicing 6 months earlier so no charge and oil top up gratis.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Arizona, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2017
Apr 2009 33000 mi	replaced convertible top that wore out
Dec 2016 139000 mi US $2500	Valve train replaced -- still serious valve related noise -- repair unsuccessful Vehicle inoperative

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Oregon, United States Jan 2018 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018 13900 mi US $180	Emission system gross leak PO455 code Likely a valve near the fuel tank. Not completed yet. Still diagnosing and researching.
Jul 2018 14000 mi	They smoked the emission system and found an air pump in the rear that needed replacing. Expensive little thing.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Arizona, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013 65000 mi	One of the wheel speed sensors sometimes stops responding, rendering all dependent systems (abs and stability control) inoperable

Mazda MX-5 Miata in California, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2011
Jan 2010 13900 mi	leaky header seal on convertible top.
Feb 2010 12300 mi	Convertible top seal at header replaced. Loose header bolt tightened.
Oct 2010 15000 mi US $260	keyless ignition fails due to mechanical part not electrical. Part replaced.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Ontario, Canada Mar 2009 - Jun 2018
Jun 2016 60140 mi C $944	sway bar corroded and broken, replaced all

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Arizona, United States Mar 2009 - May 2012
Jan 2012 45000 mi US $500	Was getting CEL for cooling system, had to replace the overflow reservoir and had thermostat done at the same time. Heard that others have had thermostat failures too.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2013 - Mar 2015
Dec 2013 43000 mi US $130	a new thermostat was installed

Mazda MX-5 Miata in North Carolina, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2011
Dec 2009 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.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Georgia, United States - Mar 2008
Mar 2008 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.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Ontario, Canada Mar 2009 - Jun 2022
Apr 2013 61680 mi C $165	Replaced Battery

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Virginia, United States Mar 2007 - Aug 2018
Aug 2007 11845 mi	Water leaking into trunk during heavy rains. Repaired under warranty.
May 2008 15185 mi	Water leaking into trunk and passenger compartment during heavy rains again. Dealer diagonsed as left side bracket leaking. Replaced bracket under warranty.
Sep 2009 20000 mi	Water leak into trunk and passenger compartment due to clogged top drains.
May 2010 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.
Aug 2012 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.
Sep 2017 44000 mi US $290	All lights in front headlight binnacles replaced. One of the main bulbs burned out. Miata headlight bulbs are notoriously hard to replace so had it done at a local service station. Front brakes done.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Virginia, United States Dec 2014 - Apr 2017
Jul 2016 118000 mi US $320	Rear Left brake caliper seized and was replaced
Sep 2016 118000 mi US $250	Coolant reservoir cracked and cooling system was not pressurized. Also replaced thermostat while the coolant was drained as a preventative measure.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Georgia, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2018
Oct 2013 81700 mi US $412	Replaced convertible top
Jun 2018 150000 mi	Coolant temperature sensor

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Missouri, United States Feb 2016 - Jul 2016
May 2016 25300 mi US $400	Trip meter not working. Some dash lights not working. Replaced instrument cluster as there was a short/burn on the circuit board. I bought part on ebay. Dealer had to install/program. Not sure of cause. Previous owner error maybe?

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Tennessee, United States Oct 2013 - Jun 2022
Mar 2015 66000 mi US $40	Vacuum leak
Jul 2018 92000 mi US $5800	The rod blew out when I was passing a car on a 2-lane road. I had to replace the engine. I replaced the clutch while it was easy

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Michigan, United States Sep 2016 - Jun 2018
Dec 2016 96000 mi US $1100	Rear tire hopped bad during acceleration and uneven roads. Rear struts blown. Excessive movement caused sway bar link to wore out and snapped. Scrapping moise from front passenger side brakes. Caliper failed to release fully. Massive oil leak due to one of the timing cover bolt came off while driving. No sign cam cover has been taken off before (looks like oem sealant when cover removed). Oil sprayed all over engine bay and cooling system (radiator and fan).
Apr 2017 97000 mi US $20	Rear sway bar link broke. Replaced links.
Jun 2017 97000 mi US $90	Misfire cylinder 1. Bad ignition coil.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Alabama, United States Jun 2011 - Sep 2018
Apr 2017 66000 mi US $65	Left front headlight low beam bulb blown. Terrible to access. Took 3 hours to repair as it required removal of inner fender liner.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Alabama, United States Aug 2013 - Sep 2015
Jul 2013 45000 mi US $250	Accessory belt tensioner rattling intermittently, had a small amount of play in the pulley. Repair was simple, problem has not returned. Repair was at Approx. 45,000 miles in mid-2014. Quick repair, < 1 Hr. $250 part replaced.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2021 - Dec 2023
May 2022 86000 mi US $200	AC had no refrigerant in system. Shop performed leak test, replaced two o-rings.
Feb 2023 91000 mi	Replaced old OEM vinyl top with aftermarket canvas

Mazda MX-5 Miata in North Carolina, United States Aug 2014 - Apr 2017
Oct 2014 76700 mi US $295	Check Engine Light on; code indicated failed thermostat. Replaced thermostat and performed 60k mile cooling system maintenance, as well as an oil change.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in New Jersey, United States Jun 2009 - Nov 2011
Sep 2009 25000 mi	the computer in car has to be updated due to it sitting all winter under a car cover and couldn't get service light to turn off without the update to the on-board computer.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Washington, United States Dec 2011 - Jul 2022
Nov 2015 87300 mi US $130	Removed and replaced passenger side front brake caliper. Existing caliper had frozen.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Michigan, United States Jun 2011 - May 2014
Sep 2011 19000 mi US $380	tranmission fluid leak from seal between tail shaft and transmission. Seal replaced, 4 quarts of fluid required, lots of labor. Car was out of warranty.
Jun 2012 22000 mi US $159	Power window switches failed. Purchased replacement switch from local dealer and Haynes Manual on-line. Performed work myself which was quite straightforward.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Texas, United States Jan 2012 - Jun 2022
Jul 2013 31500 mi US $450	rear shock leaking; replaced all 4
Oct 2015 55200 mi US $300	replaced front calipers

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Maryland, United States Feb 2013 - Mar 2017
Sep 2013 67000 mi	Air conditioner would get warm sitting at a light or stop sign, but cool while driving. CD player stopped working - was eating CD's and not spitting them out
Oct 2013 67200 mi	AC lines were clogged, replaced them.

Mazda MX-5 Miata in Washington, United States Aug 2010 - Jul 2018
Jul 2018 130000 mi US $600	Top engine rebuild, coolant system repair, engine relearn

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