Mazda mx 5 reliability issues. Mazda 626 mk5 sedan medium mazda mazda speed mx 5 miata coupe cabrio mazda 121 mk1 mini mazda 6 mps medium mazda 2 demio small suv mazda cx 9 medium suv mazda 626 mk4 hatchback medium. Always test the folding hard. For recalls and faults found in the uk scroll down. If the problem is corrected in time it may not affect the overall reliability of your mazda mx 5.
Overall toyota and lexus still rank far above the average. Rust is the biggest issue with an old mx 5 and can affect many different areas of the bodywork so its vital to check carefully especially around the wheel arches. And it isnt just a problem in the mazda mx 5 cabin as storage space in the trunk is also severely limited. The most reliable mazda was the mx 5 with a score of 98 out of 100 followed by the cx 30 cx 3 and cx 5 all scoring 85 or better.
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. Mazda mx 5 owner reviews the mx 5. As of 2015 the average cost of this repair runs around 1200 and problems begin at around 5000 miles. Over all this is a fantastic drive and with aluminium used extensively throughout the body the older issues of rust on ageing.
A lack of space is perhaps the defining problem with the mazda mx 5. Check the clutch and brake pedal too. However the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didnt know about the recall or ignored the manufacturers letter. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the mazda mx 5 in one spot to help you decide if its a smart buy.
Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest mazda mx 5 issues faults. 2006 mazda mx 5 miata love my car just turned 74 it is difficult to get into the car i manage i use to have eldorado cadillacs loved them the hot seats and real comfort the last cadillac had many problems sold it and many years ago i said i would have a miata one day after driving one years ago.