Four problems related to air bag have been reported for the 1996 Mazda MX5. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 1996 Mazda MX5 based on all problems reported for the 1996 MX5.
The contact owns a 1996 Mazda mx-5. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the failure was due to the takata air bag module. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.
The contact owns a 1996 Mazda miata. The contact stated that the air bag warning lights was illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed but not yet repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Air bag comes on and stays on after starting vehicle. Diagnostic code indicates srs module is at fault or could be electrical connection per dealer. Dealer indicated srs module is not available even if it is determined as the failure after removing dash to access module. Vehicle only has 64, 000 miles. Vehicle will not pass safety inspection in some states which makes a mint car worthless and unsafe to drive.
Sitting in driver side or car while vehicle was idling while in driveway. Airbag deployed.
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