2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda MX-5 Miata 2010

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2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata repairs by problem area

Engine (13%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (56%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (6%)

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2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata electrical repair cost distribution

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$100 - $499 (22%)

< $100 (78%)

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2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD

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. 
11000 mi A/C not cooling. It had to be evacuated and recharged. Also the Gas Cap broke. 
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. 
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. 
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. 
46000 mi Bad connection at battery terminals. Wire-brushed terminals and coated with petroleum jelly. 

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2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

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. 

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2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata Electrical Problems

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