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2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata repairs by problem area
Engine (37%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (33%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (2%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (4%)
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- 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 49 repairs.
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (13%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (31%)
< $100 (56%)
Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
142-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 152000 mi US $60 |
Clutch line failed causing fluid loss. Clutch line and slave cylinder were replaced. |
| 72200 mi | Trying to identify a clicking noise somewhere in the drivtrain. Took to two shops and both were unsuccessful in finding it. |
| 74000 mi | Clicking noise in drivetrain never found or fixed. Still there when sold the car. |
| 23000 mi US $350 |
All 2001 Miatas came from the factory with a clutch problem. Many were fixed under a recall, some weren't. The problem was a chutter or slight slipping of the clutch. The original clutch was an Excedy. I had a new Excedy clutch installed. |
| 122000 mi US $150 |
Clutch slave cylinder failed. Car had to be towed to shop. Part was still under warranty, only had to pay for labor. |
| 60000 mi US $95 |
Clutch slave cylinder replaced |
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
142-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual RWD
| 120000 mi US $300 |
replaced transmission with low-mileage used unit due to worn 2nd gear synchro. |
| 65000 mi US $260 |
Replace hydraulic clutch line. |
| 75000 mi US $2200 |
Noisy clutch release bearing. Replaced entire clutch, various bearings and seals. |
| 14000 mi US $1000 |
Bad clutch (not worn or damaged). A known problem with 2001's is that they came with a clutch disc that does not work well when it is humid and/or cold. This one worked fine only when hot. Replaced clutch ass'y, resurfaced flywheel. |
| 19000 mi | Low clutch pedal, intermittently could not disengage clutch. The clutch was replaced a few months ago and I had neglected to take the car back to the mechanic for a final clutch adjustment a few weeks after the clutch change. |
| 20000 mi US $200 |
Clutch pedal sometimes goes to floor without disengaging clutch. Clutch sometimes engages slowly while pedal is held at/near floor. Replaced slave and master cylinders. |
| 20000 mi | Clutch pedal sometimes goes to floor without disengaging clutch. Clutch sometimes engages slowly while pedal is held at/near floor. This time, replaced a hose. Previously-installed factory clutch hose failed after two days. replaced it with customer-supplied aftermarket performance part. |
| 25000 mi | Clutch pedal was low and soft. Mechanic found a minor leak at a house fitting, tightened and bleed system. No charge, as he was the one who had installed the hose last year. |
| 25000 mi | Clutch pedal low and soft. Found leak at base of clutch master cylinder reservoir. Replaced master cylinder. |
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