Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Air bags | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Sep 18, 202424V695000 | Air bags: air bag/restraint control module softwareAn air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V695000
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Owner complaints by component7
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 4 | 57 |
| Steering | 1 | 14 |
| Air bags | 1 | 14 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 14 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 14 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Steering
“Steering feels sticky at higher speeds, once the vehicle is at full operating temp. The steering requires some pressure to “break free” from whatever position it is in.”
- Power train
“Manual transmission will not reliably shift from 2nd to 3rd gear without a grinding noise. Other owners are reporting similar issues that have required a full replacement of the transmission in MY2023 cars.”
- Air bags
“On [XXX] my [XXX] son was driving the vehicle and at low speed (30 mph or under) lost control of the vehicle in a turn.”
Other Mazda MX-5 Miata model years
- 20251 recall3 complaints
- 20241 recall5 complaints
- 20231 recall7 complaints
- 20221 recall5 complaints
- 20201 recall3 complaints
- 20193 recalls11 complaints
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Other Mazda models
- 2023 Mazda30 recalls12 complaints
- 2023 CX-50 recalls64 complaints
- 2023 CX-90 recalls13 complaints
- 2023 CX-301 recall25 complaints
- 2023 CX-502 recalls63 complaints
- 2021 Mazda60 recalls17 complaints
- 2011 Tribute2 recalls14 complaints
- 2012 CX-74 recalls39 complaints
- 2011 RX-83 recalls4 complaints
- 2006 MPV2 recalls12 complaints
- 2009 B-Series5 recalls4 complaints
- 2024 CX-9011 recalls455 complaints
2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata recall questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata. The most recent, 24V695000 (reported September 18, 2024), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata?
Power train is the most-reported component, named in 4 complaints out of 7 filed with NHTSA (57%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mazda recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mazda dealer.
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