Mazda MX5 owners have reported 33 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (19 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's transmission failure (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
I am filing this complaint regarding a manual transmission failure on my 2017 Mazda mx-5 miata (VIN: [xxx] ) at 55,000 miles. The failure occurred without warning while driving, causing immediate and significant transmission malfunction. Read details...
While driving on a public 2-lane road and upshifting into 3rd gear at about 6,500 rpm my transmission failed. I immediately slowed from about 65 mph and coasted to a stop. I was lucky that there was a just adequate shoulder, and I was able to avoid being rear-ended by faster traffic. Read details...
: the contact stated to put the vehicle in reverse, slight downward pressure must be applied to first gear. Since the pressure is so slight, it is not possible to tell if the vehicle is in first gear or reverse until the accelerator pedal is depressed. The dealership has not been alerted. Read details...
Tl the contact owns a 2008 Mazda mx-5. While driving 5 mph, an abnormal noise was detected under the steering wheel. The contact mentioned that the clutch pedal fell to the floorboard and the gear shifter was inoperable. Read details...
Upon morning starts while turning on the ignition the car does not go into reverse. There is a sound metal roaring and feels as though the emergency break is on but it is not. Car has been taken 4 times to authorized repair at kona Mazda dealership where purchased and they deny any problems. Read details...