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Mazda MX-5 Miata repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (7%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)
Other (6%)
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Chart based on 482 repairs.
Mazda MX-5 Miata suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (9%)
$500 - $999 (41%)
$100 - $499 (28%)
< $100 (19%)
Chart based on 32 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 99180 mi US $612 |
Replace RH & LH tie rod ends |
| 56000 mi US $800 |
Replaced both front and rear shocks. Stock Bilsteins were dead. |
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 15540 mi US $500 |
Steering binding. EPS module replaced. Steering experiences same symptoms especially on hot days. |
| 5000 mi | Noise from rear of vehicle when driving over small bumps in road |
| 2500 mi | There is noise from the rear suspension. Fixed with a part from the factory by the dealer. |
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 45000 mi US $4300 |
Original Bilstein shocks were leaking and tires. Replaced with Fox from Flyin Miata. Alignment. |
2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 44456 mi US $1050 |
Power steering found leaking. Mechanic replaced steering rack assembly. |
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
166-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 280000 mi US $600 |
There was a clunking noise in the front end. They replaced the sway bar bushings. |
| 290000 mi US $250 |
Replaced steering wheel because the leather wore out. |
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD
| 72000 mi US $800 |
Replace rear coil springs due to very slight sagging at LR. |
| 73000 mi US $900 |
Replaced front struts and springs and LR coil spring to correct aforementioned "lean." |
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
166-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 62300 mi US $30 |
The steering rack started making a groaning noise as the wheel was turn from lock to lock. |
| 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:( |
| 98000 mi US $100 |
Passenger side rear wheel bearing went bad--whooba sound varied with speed. Jacked up rear end, spun wheel by hand to confirm diagnosis. No bearing press so replaced hub/bearing together with used part from partsgroup.com Problem solved. |
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD
| 38000 mi US $598 |
Left rear strut leaking, left and rear struts were replaced. |
| 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 |
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
163-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 115000 mi US $500 |
Replaced all 4 shocks. Originals were leaking. |
| 101300 mi US $800 |
Rear strut leaking and loud. Replaced both. |
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 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. |
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 52100 mi C $400 |
Right front wheel bearing. |
| 60140 mi C $944 |
sway bar corroded and broken, replaced all |
| 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. |
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
170-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD
| 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. |
| 97000 mi US $20 |
Rear sway bar link broke. Replaced links. |
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
166-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 31500 mi US $450 |
rear shock leaking; replaced all 4 |
2005 Mazda Miata MX-5 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 98000 mi US $100 |
Left rear wheel bearing was grinding and failing slowly |
2004 Mazda Miata MX-5 2dr Convertible
142-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual RWD
| 112000 mi US $800 |
Torn driver's side upper control arm dust boot. Cracked dust boots for passenger side upper control arm and lower ball joint. Both rear shocks leaking fluid. |
| 74900 mi US $225 |
Front right wheel bearing was noisy and needed replacement. |
2001 Mazda Miata MX-5 2dr Convertible
142-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD
| 71000 mi | Replace missing bolt on sway bar connecting link |
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Engine not specified
| 213000 mi US $100 |
Replaced bolts attached to rear sway bar. The bolts snapped off while trying to grease aftermarket rear sway bars. |
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 146000 mi US $350 |
-The rear right wheel bearing was replaced. -Diagnosed my shock squeaking problem as being caused by dry rot on the rubber that falls between the top of the spring and the shock. |
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