Latches/locks/linkage Problems of Mazda Miata

The soft top lock assembly latch part #nao1-r1-310m is defective. It comes unlatched while driving. This latch was replaced twice while under warranty. The car now has approx 22,500 and is ready for a third rt soft top latch replacement. This is a safety issue. These latches should be recalled. According to Mazda's service bulletin 09-009/03this part is defective with all vehicles with VIN # lower than jmi * **304036. My VIN # is jminb353520 234528, clearly fits this requirement.

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The top latch holding the convertible top fails prematurely. In five years, I have experienced four failures. When the lathes fail, the convertible top can open suddenly. The sudden opening could cause a distraction. The sudden opening also exposes the driver to rain or snow that may also interfere with safe operation of the vehicle. Sudden opening could cause failure to the rear window.

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The latches that hold the convertible top locked in position can be defective on the passenger side, causing the latch not to lock properly, and allowing the top to become unlatched and fly up while driving. The part needs to be replaced, but the manufacturer will only replace it free if the vehicle is still under warranty.

2002 Mazda Miata have defective top latches. Consumer wants Mazda to repair vehicle at their expense. The consumer stated the convertible latch, un-latched on its own while driving.