Table 1 shows five common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1999 Mazda Miata. The number one most common problem is related to the car stall (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the catalytic convertor (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Car Stall problems | |
| Catalytic Convertor problems | |
| Engine Failure problems | |
| Gasoline Engine problems | |
| Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve) problems |
I had bought the car the day before on Feb 21 2008 and on Feb 22 2008 I was driving and doing 60 and all of a sudden the car stalls wouldn't let me shift or gear down, and as trying to do so the brakes lock up when I let go of the clutch. Then coasting into the closest driveway. Read details...
Check engine light came on indicating catalytic converter failure. My vehicle has 40k miles and has been well taken care of. After investigation, many 99-00 Miata's have ignition coil failures which causes unburnt fuel to contaminate the catalytic converter and associated O2 sensors. Read details...
Mazda USA is aware of thrust bearing #4 being improperly machined , which cause the crankshaft to become loose inside the engine block, resulting in engine failure. Mazda USA decided not to inform any of the affected owners, myself included, about this defect mentioned in internal service bulletin Read details...