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2021 MAZDA MX-5 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

1

Owner Complaint

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

9

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2021 MAZDA MX-5

The 2021 MAZDA MX-5 has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE. 9 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mazda Motor Corp. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Power Trainautomatic Transmissioninternalclutchesbands (1 complaint).

Recalls for the 2021 MAZDA MX-5

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2021 MAZDA MX-5, potentially affecting up to 77,670 vehicles.

Recall 24V695000 — AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

| 77,670 vehicles affected

Defect: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence: An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 6924I.

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Owner Complaints for the 2021 MAZDA MX-5

1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 MAZDA MX-5. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Power Trainautomatic Transmissioninternalclutchesbands
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11479986 | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CLUTCHES/BANDS | | 1,000 miles
The contact owns a 2021 Mazda MX-5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and a burning odor was detected. The failure nearly caused a collision. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the clutch had melted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000.

Safety Rating for the 2021 MAZDA MX-5

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2021 MAZDA MX-5 in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2021 MAZDA MX-5

Mazda Motor Corp. has issued 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 MAZDA MX-5. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

CSP13d Dealer Ltr — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

CSP13 - CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM - MAZDA CONNECT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION As a result of a Mazda Connect Infotainment Class Action settlement, Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to implement a Customer Service Program (CSP13). The coverage and terms for vehicles are listed below in this Dealer email and...

SA-035-24 — 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 Alert is to inform you about the water pump sealing mechanism and the criteria if replacement is necessary or not.

01-007-23a — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code.

SA-012-23 — VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

Some customers may report an odor or water in the HVAC system and upon inspection, the cabin air filter may be found to be wet.

SA-001-22 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Use the symptom troubleshooting tables below to diagnose MAZDA CONNECT concerns.

SA-019-21c — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

MAZDA CONNECT SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING [6TH GENERATION VEHICLES]. Use the symptom troubleshooting tables below to diagnose MAZDA CONNECT concerns.

MT-002-21 — EQUIPMENT

When programming a key or installing a Genuine Mazda Accessory Remote Engine Start system, you may encounter programming difficulty. This may be caused by a customer installed aftermarket decorative trim and/or cover on the START/STOP ENGINE button. The aftermarket accessory may create electrical interference, which may interfere with programming.

00-002-20-3749 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

In support of the new Mazda MX-5 and CX-3, Mazda will make available for loan on an “as-needed” basis, a Special Service Tool (SST) to allow for the radar aiming of the blind spot monitoring (BSM) system. The BSM radar aiming is performed whenever the BSM control module, the BSM...

SA-070-20 — EQUIPMENT

APPLE CARPLAY / ANDROID AUTO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ): NOTE: The following vehicles are not equipped with Apple CarPlay / Android Auto, but it can be activated using MDARS. See Activation instructions on MGSS - Infotainment - MAZDA CONNECT Updates - Apple Carplay / Android Auto MDARS Activation Instructions

NHTSA Investigations for the 2021 MAZDA MX-5

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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