Table 1 shows five common service brakes related problems of the 1999 Mazda Miata. The number one most common problem is related to the brake disc (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the service brakes (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Brake Disc problems | |
| Service Brakes problems | |
| Brake Electric Antilock problems | |
| Brake Drum problems | |
| Brake Foundation Components problems |
Whenever it rains, water seems to splash on the braking surfaces due to normal driving in these conditions. The problem is when you apply the brakes for approximately 1 - 2 seconds you have no braking action. Read details...
This report to to document a safety concern about the performance of the brakes in the 1999 Miata. Although the Miata has excellent braking in dry conditions, it has been noted that when driving in moderate rain in freeway traffic the brakes are ineffective for 2 to 3 seconds until they begin to Read details...