| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata repairs by problem area
Engine (16%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (8%)
Suspension and Steering (6%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (20%)
Other (14%)
Chart based on 64 repairs.
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (13%)
$1000 - $2499 (13%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (38%)
< $100 (38%)
Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
166-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 39000 mi US $348 |
replaced fraying serpentine belt |
| 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). |
| 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. |
| 73000 mi US $400 |
Thermostat |
| 20000 mi | Faulty belt tensioner. |
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD
| 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. |
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 48000 mi | Gas cap needed to be replaced. System pressure leak caused the engine light to activate. |
| 28800 mi | Purge Solenoid Failed |
| 49000 mi US $1000 |
Oxygen sensor died. |
| 121000 mi | 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. |
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