Table 1 shows three common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1996 Mazda Miata.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Gasoline Engine problems | |
| Engine Failure problems | |
| Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems |
Engine malfunction light came on at approx. 19,000 miles and simultaneously engine began knocking strongly and lost power during 2nd and 3rd gear, during full accelertion.
Engine failure.
Tail pipe failure.