2018 Mazda MX-5 Recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year.

3 Recalls
2018 Model Year
Affected: POWER TRAIN, FUEL SYSTEM GASOLINE, AIR BAGS

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3 Recall Campaigns — 2018 Mazda MX-5

POWER TRAIN
Campaign #19V072000 · 01/02/2019
Issue

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2019 MX-5 (Miata) vehicles with automatic transmissions. Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to unexpectedly downshift and abruptly decelerate.

Risk

If the vehicle abruptly downshifts, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the TCM with corrected software, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3019A.

FUEL SYSTEM GASOLINE
Campaign #21V875000 · 12/11/2021
Issue

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.

Risk

Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix

Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.

AIR BAGS
Campaign #24V695000 · 18/09/2024
Issue

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."

Risk

An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix

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.

Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database

About 2018 Mazda MX-5 Recalls

The 2018 Mazda MX-5 has 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record. The affected components include POWER TRAIN, FUEL SYSTEM GASOLINE, AIR BAGS. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Mazda dealership.

If you own a 2018 Mazda MX-5, you may have received a recall notice by mail from Mazda. If you purchased your vehicle used, the previous owner may have received the notice and you may not be aware of open recalls. Use our free VIN lookup to check your exact vehicle's recall status.

To get your 2018 Mazda MX-5 recall repaired, contact your nearest Mazda dealership with your recall campaign number. Federal law requires manufacturers to fix the defect at no cost, regardless of whether you're the original owner, your vehicle's mileage, or its age.

The Mazda MX-5 has a total of 16 recall campaigns across all model years. View all Mazda MX-5 recalls →

2018 Mazda MX-5 Recall FAQs

How many recalls does the 2018 Mazda MX-5 have?

The 2018 Mazda MX-5 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on record.

What parts are affected by the 2018 Mazda MX-5 recalls?

The 2018 Mazda MX-5 recalls affect the following components: POWER TRAIN, FUEL SYSTEM GASOLINE, AIR BAGS.

Are 2018 Mazda MX-5 recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires all manufacturers to repair safety recall defects at no cost to the vehicle owner — regardless of mileage, age, or whether you are the original owner. Contact any authorized Mazda dealership with your recall campaign number.

How do I check if my 2018 Mazda MX-5 has an open recall?

Use our free VIN lookup on the RecallDetails.com homepage. Enter your 17-digit VIN and we'll show you every open recall campaign for your exact vehicle, including campaigns that may not appear in model-level data.