Mazda mx 5 nc common problems. Common mk3 35 issues posted in mx 5 roadster forum. The mx 5 is a great little sports car for someone looking for some fun on the road. What to look for when buying a mazda mx 5 2005 2015 covering common problems to check for and overall vehicle reliability. Check the clutch and brake pedal too.
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. The fabric seats usually fade if left in the sun for too long and the driver side left seat bolster wears out due to constantly getting in and out of the car throughout the years. Theres just enough room in the tiny trunk for the weekly grocery shop but try to fit in a couple of sizeable suitcases for a road trip and miata owners will soon start to struggle. Mx 5 interiors are fairly durable but you should still check for any signs of unusual wear and tear.
The first problem was the mx 5 prht. Going with my father to look at an early 35 mx5 sport tech folding hardtop thing. In the following overview you will find the most common problems for the mazda mx 5 for which mazda has announced a recall through the eu rapex system. The earliest ones are getting a little long in the tooth and are looking a little tired.
Owners that parked their vehicle on a decline or braked hard while the engine was still cold may experience abnormal heater performance at idle because of air moving up from the radiator sub tank through the. Common problems with the mazda mx 5. And it isnt just a problem in the mazda mx 5 cabin as storage space in the trunk is also severely limited. A lack of space is perhaps the defining problem with the mazda mx 5.
In march 2006 mazda usa issued service bulletin 07 00106 for mazda nc mx 5 vehicles that were manufactured prior to 22 december 2005 and had vins preceding jm1 nc 60 1112258. But its not something the mx 5 prht and the mx 5 rf share. Thats something every miata has in common. Some common problems with the mazda miata mx5 include ac compressor failure battery issues and the clear coat being of poor quality notes carcomplaintsc.
Called the nc internally by mazda. Are there any common problems to look out for.