Mazda Miata owners have reported 20 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common gasoline fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's fuel pump (7 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's fuel delivery (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Fuel Pump problems | |
| Fuel Delivery problems | |
| Tank Assembly problems | |
| Gasoline Fuel System problems | |
| Tank Filler Pipe And Cap problems | |
| Fuel Injection problems |
The fuel pump on my 1999 Mazda Miata stopped working. I changed the fuel pump and saw that the fuel pump connecting plug was a hot connection. This bad connection, which is inside the fuel tank, was the cause of the fuel pump not working. Read details...
2001 Mazda Miata mx5. Consumer writes in regards to strong gas odor in cabin of car after filling fuel capacity full the dealer informed the consumer the base of the fuel neck that attached to the fuel tank was rusted which allowed raw fuel to dump in the trunk compartment. Read details...
2001 Mazda Miata mx5. Consumer writes in regards to strong gas odor in cabin of car after filling fuel capacity full the dealer informed the consumer the base of the fuel neck that attached to the fuel tank was rusted which allowed raw fuel to dump in the trunk compartment. Read details...
After purchasing vehicle owner reported burning smell and smoke from underneath car and saw fluid dripping as well; Read details...
Fuel tank shuts off after only 3 to 4 gallons. Then I have to squeeze and pump a gallon at a time until full! I have tried several gas stations, several pumps and pump types, I have varied the flow ratio and the problem persists. Read details...