Table 1 shows three common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2000 Mazda Miata. The number one most common problem is related to the check engine light on (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine rattling and whining sounds (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Check Engine Light On problems | |
| Engine Rattling And Whining Sounds problems | |
| Catalytic Convertor problems |
Engine began running badly and check engine light came on. Took to Mazda dealer shop and was told a spark plug wire was defective and burned up. In actuality, the ignition coil had failed and caused the problems. The dealer replaced spark plugs, ignition wires, and coil. Read details...
Rattling sound from engine bay with a change in tone and/or pitch when the clutch was engaged/disengaged. Result: catastrophic failure of the number 4 cylinder causing the connecting rod (among other internal engine parts) to be driven directly through the oil pan. Read details...
Car continues to have "check engine light". Dealer indicated 3 weeks ago that there was a failure in cylinder #3, but they will not get on with the repair. Dealer has changed several electrical parts, catalytic converter, and last week said they would replace the engine. Read details...