2008 MAZDA MX-5 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
11
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
10
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2008 MAZDA MX-5
The 2008 MAZDA MX-5 has received a total of 11 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 10 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mazda Motor Corp. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (2 complaints), Unknown Or Other (2 complaints), and Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2008 MAZDA MX-5
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 MAZDA MX-5. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2008 MAZDA MX-5
11 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 MAZDA MX-5. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailerlpg Systemswater Heater | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainclutch Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
WHEN IT RAINS WATER WILL POOL IN PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR BOARD. MAZDA DEALS SUGGESTS ADDING DRAINS AND FILTERS THAT ARE NOT PART OF ORIGINAL VEHICLE DESIGN. (THIS ISSUE IS DUE TO A DESIGN FLAW AND NO OTHER REASON), THIS HAPPENS REGARDLESS IF CAR IS MOVING OR STATIONARY. THIS HAS BEEN AN ON-GOING ISSUE SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN 11/2012. . DOOR SEALS AND WINDOW SEALS ARE NOT DAMAGED.
WHEN IT RAINS WATER WILL POOL IN PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR BOARD. MAZDA DEALS SUGGESTS ADDING DRAINS AND FILTERS THAT ARE NOT PART OF ORIGINAL VEHICLE DESIGN. (THIS ISSUE IS DUE TO A DESIGN FLAW AND NO OTHER REASON), THIS HAPPENS REGARDLESS IF CAR IS MOVING OR STATIONARY. THIS HAS BEEN AN ON-GOING ISSUE SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN 11/2012. . DOOR SEALS AND WINDOW SEALS ARE NOT DAMAGED.
WATER ACCUMULATION IN FOOTWELL/PLUGGED SOFT TOP DRAINS. MAZDA HAS A SERVICE BULLETIN OF HOW THEIR COMPANY CAN FIX IT BUT MUST BE PAID BY OWNER. I SPOKE TO ALISHA AT MAZDA AND IT IS NOT RECALLED OR A SERVICE PROGRAM. ON THE INTERNET MANY ARE COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM TO MAZDA AND SHOULD BE COVERED SINCE THEIR FIX FOR THIS IS ADDING A DRAIN VALVE ASSEMBLY, SEVERAL DRAIN COVERS AND VALVES AND FILTERS.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MAZDA MX-5. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS DETECTED UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE CLUTCH PEDAL FELL TO THE FLOORBOARD AND THE GEAR SHIFTER WAS INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE GEAR REMAINED IN NEUTRAL AND THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE PUSHED INTO A PARKING SPACE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO WYATT JOHNSON MAZDA (2425 WILMA RUDOLPH BLVD SUITE C, CLARKSVILLE, TN 37040, (931) 648-1098) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WELD ON THE CLUTCH PEDAL FRACTURED AND THE CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 91,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 MAZDA MIATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKING MECHANISM DRAINED THE BATTERY OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 40,000. UPDATED 1/19/16 LN UPDATED 02/05/16*LJ *CN
Safety Rating for the 2008 MAZDA MX-5
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2008 MAZDA MX-5 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2008 MAZDA MX-5
Mazda Motor Corp. has issued 10 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2008 MAZDA MX-5. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SA-032-23 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by asking if any aftermarket devices have been installed. Aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical concern. Below are a few examples of...
09-011-18-3448 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Some customers may complain of condensation/fog inside the front (headlamp/headlight) or rear (taillamp/taillight) combination lights. The recent new models have been fitted with a clear lens which can cause the symptom to be more noticeable, however, it does not affect the performance of the light. This condensation/fog is a natural...
MT-017-17 — EQUIPMENT
If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery), interview the customer before proceeding with normal Workshop Manual diagnosis. Aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical concern. Ask the customer if any aftermarket devices have been installed. Below are a couple of examples of unusual electrical...
01-016-16-3220 — ENGINE
THERE IS A CONCERN THAT SOME WATER PUMPS ARE BEING REPLACED THAT ARE NOT FAULTY, DUE TO SIGNS OF A VERY SMALL COOLANT LEAK FROM THE BLEED HOLE. THIS SERVICE BULLETIN IS TO INFORM YOU ABOUT THE WATER PUMP SEALING MECHA-NISM AND THE CRITERIA IF REPLACEMENT IS NECESSARY OR NOT.
SA234 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
IDS UPDATE 101.00 AND 101.02 IS NOW AVAILABLE ON MS3 UNDER THE "IDS/INFOTAINMENT" TAB.
05-001-16-3128 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
ALWAYS BE SURE TO USE THE CORRECT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID WHEN REPLACING ATF. USING THE WRONG ATF MAY CAUSE SHIFT QUALITY COMPLAINTS OR MAY EVEN DAMAGE THE TRANSMISSION.NOTE: ATF M-V (TYPE M5) IS NOT THE SAME FLUID AS MERCON®V OR MERCON®LV ATF. ATF M-V (TYPE M5) HAS A GREATER VISCOSITY...
SB-09-046-10 — STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
MAZDA: SOME VEHICLES WITH SOFT TOPS MAY EXPERIENCE WATER ACCUMULATION IN THE FOOTWELLS, BECAUSE THE DRAINS ARE CLOGGED WITH DEBRIS. *RM
SB-09-046-10 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
MAZDA: SOME VEHICLES WITH SOFT TOPS MAY EXPERIENCE WATER ACCUMULATION IN THE FOOTWELLS, BECAUSE THE DRAINS ARE CLOGGED WITH DEBRIS. *RM
SB-01-007-09 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MAZDA: VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN OF UNSTABLE IDLING OR, IN SOME RARE CASES, STALLING, JUST AFTER THE VEHICLE STOPS WITH NO DTCS DETECTED. PROBLEM IS DUE TO THE ACCUMULATION OF CARBON DEPOSITS INSIDE THE THROTTLE BODY CAUSING AIR FLOW TO DECREASE. *PE
0102206 — SUSPENSION:FRONT
FRONT CRANKSHAFT BOLT SERVICE WARNING. *NJ
NHTSA Investigations for the 2008 MAZDA MX-5
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MAZDA MX-5
- 2006 MAZDA MX-5 — 36 complaints
- 2007 MAZDA MX-5 — 23 complaints
- 2008 MAZDA MX-5 (current)
- 2009 MAZDA MX-5 — 4 complaints
- 2010 MAZDA MX-5 — 5 complaints
- 2011 MAZDA MX-5 — 1 complaint
- 2012 MAZDA MX-5 — 6 complaints
- 2013 MAZDA MX-5 — 2 complaints
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