2023 Mazda MX-5 recalls

1 safety recall, 7 owner complaints. Official NHTSA data.

1Recalls
7Complaints
1Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2023 Mazda MX-5 recall list

Air Bags recall

24V-695
September 18, 2024 · Mazda North American Operations
Problem
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Safety risk
An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 6924I.

2023 Mazda MX-5 owner complaints

7 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 0 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Power Train4
Steering1
Air Bags1
Seat Belts1
Unknown or Other1

Recent complaints

April 1, 2026Steering

Steering feels sticky at higher speeds, once the vehicle is at full operating temp. The steering requires some pressure to “break free” from whatever position it is in. If I’m continually moving the wheel, it steers normally. However, if I’m driving straight and need to initiate a turn or make minor steering corrections (like on the highway), I have to turn the wheel harder than normal, then it gives way and turns with regular force. This makes it difficult to control, causing the car the jerk around a lot. This is an issue many others have noticed on online forums, and there does not seem to be a known fix for this. The Mazda dealership near me could not duplicate the issue (since it takes

September 22, 2025Power Train

Manual transmission will not reliably shift from 2nd to 3rd gear without a grinding noise. Other owners are reporting similar issues that have required a full replacement of the transmission in MY2023 cars.

June 6, 2025Air BagsCrash1 injury

On [XXX] my [XXX] son was driving the vehicle and at low speed (30 mph or under) lost control of the vehicle in a turn. The vehicle hit a telephone pole that was rotted from termite infestation which shattered into three pieces (one piece landing on the cars windshield frame and driver roll bar hoop) . He impacted the airbags and had an unstable anterior fracture of the c5 vertebrae and a stable posterior fracture of the C5 vertebrae. He was graded an Asia B spinal cord injury and was paralyzed from the neck down. He spent 42 days in trauma ICU and then Neuro Rehab learning how to walk and use the bathroom. He has many lingering effects and still has loss of use of fingers on both hands as w

January 31, 2025Power Train

My vehicle has only 8700 miles. At around 2500 miles first gear refused to engage, and I had to start the car in second for a week. That week I scheduled for service but the problem was not reproducible, since then it has been intermittent by never prolonged like that full week. This is and was a safety risk because I have been stuck on a hill, stop signs, and green traffic lights etc. Because it was not reproducible, the claim was dismissed. At around 4000 miles and on, third gear became very inconsistent in shift action. Typically it won't allow me to shift into third at all, other times it will grind, or requires excessive force to engage gear. This happens both in motion and at a stop. I

October 29, 2024Seat BeltsUnknown or Other

Dear, I’m writing to address the delayed response to the recall for my Mazda MX-5, which began on September 18. It has been nearly two months without any remedy or guidance from the manufacturer. As I rely on this vehicle daily for business purposes, this prolonged delay has caused significant disruptions. I urge NHTSA to assist in expediting a resolution with Mazda to minimize further impact on my work. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

2023 Mazda MX-5 crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2023 Mazda MX-5 C RWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated

Driver aids on the tested 2023 Mazda MX-5: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard.

2023 Mazda MX-5 recall FAQ

Does the 2023 Mazda MX-5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2023 Mazda MX-5. The most recent, filed September 18, 2024, concerns the air bags.

What are the most common 2023 Mazda MX-5 problems?

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is power train (4 reports), followed by steering.

Is the 2023 Mazda MX-5 safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2023 Mazda MX-5.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2023 Mazda MX-5?

Contact any authorized Mazda dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.