2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda MX-5 Miata 2002

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2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 27 repairs.
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2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (27%)

$100 - $499 (55%)

< $100 (9%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

142-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD

71000 mi

US $500
Coolant leak from gasket near water pump 
141000 mi

US $340
Oil sensor was leaking. Replaced seal. 
122000 mi

US $450
oxygen sensor replaced 

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2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

142-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual RWD

215000 mi

US $500
Crank but not start; replaced battery. Intermittent no fire on 2 cylinders; replaced coil packs. 
216528 mi

US $54
Front cam and crank seals leaking. Replaced seal. Since they had to be removed for main repair, also replaced water pump, timing belt, tensioners, and accessory drive belts. Crank but no start at high underhood temperatures. Replaced camshaft position sensor. 
216957 mi

US $166
No fuel pressure. Replaced fuel pump and filter. 
182000 mi

US $525
Clutch Replacement, Flywheel resurfacing. 
83100 mi

US $200
Replaced rear O2 sensor 
171000 mi

US $300
fuel modulator 
59100 mi

US $2200
Harmonic balancer destroyed the end of the crankshaft. Had to have a complete used engine installed. 

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2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata Engine Problems

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