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NHTSA model-year recall report

2018 Mazda MX-5 Recalls

3 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

3

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Sep 18, 2024

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Mazda MX-5 average of 1.6 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM), appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2018 Mazda MX-5 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 24V695000

Air Bags › Air Bag / Restraint Control Module › Software

Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations

Reported Sep 18, 2024

What is recalled

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 consequence

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

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 21V875000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations

Reported Nov 12, 2021

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 19V072000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations

Reported Feb 1, 2019

What is recalled

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 consequence

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2018 Mazda MX-5 recall questions

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

This verified dataset contains 3 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2018 Mazda MX-5. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2018 Mazda MX-5?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology