Table 1 shows one common equipment related problems of the 2008 Mazda MX5.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Equipment problems |
When it rains water will pool in passenger side floor board. Mazda deals suggests adding drains and filters that are not part of original vehicle design. (this issue is due to a design flaw and no other reason), this happens regardless if car is moving or stationary. This has been an on-going issue since I purchased the vehicle in 11/2012. . Door seals and window seals are not damaged.
Water accumulation in footwell/plugged soft top drains. Mazda has a service bulletin of how their company can fix it but must be paid by owner. I spoke to alisha at Mazda and it is not recalled or a service program. On the internet many are complaining about this. This is a known problem to Mazda and should be covered since their fix for this is adding a drain valve assembly, several drain covers and valves and filters.