1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
20
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA
The 1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA has received a total of 20 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Mazda Motor Corp. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bags (10 complaints), Electrical System (1 complaint), and Electrical Systemignition (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA
20 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemignition | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
In 2010, the air bag control module went out on my vehicle. There were no replacement units available, and I was forced to disconnect the system to prevent the dangerous possibility of a malfunction. I also had to build a dummy unit to turn the air bag status light on and off on the dashboard so that the vehicle would pass inspection. Several years later, I was able to buy what might have been the last new-old-stock control module in North America, and I was able to restore the functionality of the airbag system. However, even this module is old, and I do not know how long it will last. Manufacturers should be required to stock replacement parts for critical safety equipment for as long as their vehicles are on the road. Failing that, there should be some sort of exemption from state requirements that such safety equipment pass inspection if it is unserviceable (although this would be an inferior solution).
Car was in storage for 3.5 years and upon starting the engine fuel sprayed from the fuel rail/fuel injector interface (I would estimate 0.2 liters per minute). 10 mb file size limit, LOL. I zoomed my photo to about 5% of the original area to show a 1/2” picture of the fuel spray. Also, FWIW, this is a race car with original/OEM engine.
AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHES OFF AND ON NOW WITH CODE 52. THIS CAR ONLY HAS 80,000 ORIGINAL MILES. I AM DRIVING IT BUT NEED TO KNOW IF A RECALL WILL FIX THIS .
AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHES OFF AND ON NOW WITH CODE 52. THIS CAR ONLY HAS 80,000 ORIGINAL MILES. I AM DRIVING IT BUT NEED TO KNOW IF A RECALL WILL FIX THIS .
THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT WILL FLASH IN A CODE OF 5-1 OR 5-2, MEANING "SYSTEM DOWN FUSE OPEN" (51) OR "DAMAGED BACKUP BATTERY" (52). THIS IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE ON THE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT MODULES, AFTER RESEARCHING FORMS I FOUND THAT MOST PEOPLE WILL TRY AND FIX IT THEMSELVES. IMPROPER REPAIR OF THIS COULD CAUSE IMPROPER DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAGS AND LEAVING IT ALONE WILL ALSO CAUSE IMPROPER DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAGS. AFTER SEEING THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM WITH SUCH A VITAL SAFETY FEATURE. IT IS ALMOST A DIRECT NECESSITY THAT THE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT MODULE IS RECALLED ASAP. THIS EVENT OCCURS UPON START UP OF THE VEHICLE.
Safety Rating for the 1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA
NHTSA has not yet tested the 1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA
Mazda Motor Corp. has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
H003/95 — POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
UNKNOWN
NHTSA Investigations for the 1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MAZDA MX-5 MIATA
- 1990 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA — 32 complaints
- 1991 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA — 21 complaints
- 1992 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA — 25 complaints
- 1993 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA — 8 complaints
- 1994 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA (current)
- 1995 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA — 36 complaints
- 1996 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA — 32 complaints
- 1997 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA — 12 complaints
- 1998 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA — 1 complaint
- 1999 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA — 87 complaints
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