Known Recalls

Model year record

2019 Mazda !MX-5

1 recall campaign on file for this model year. 3 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 19V072000

Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Component
Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Vehicles affected
14,370
Reported to NHTSA
2019-02-01
Owners notified
2019-03-14

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Fuel system, gasoline237,150 mi
Power train12 mi

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.