Mazda MX-5 recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 9 safety recalls naming the Mazda MX-5, launched from 2000 to 2025. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Mazda MX-5 recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 9
- 2000 to 2025
- Latest recall
- 3 November 2025
- R/2025/442
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Mazda MX-5 recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Fuel Pipe Concern
R/2025/442, launched 3 November 2025, 6,013 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles The brackets used to secure the fuel pipes to the engine may not be tightened sufficiently. If the engine is repeatedly operated at high speed such as during circuit driving vibrations may cause the fuel pipe to resonate potentially causing the pipe to leak. The fuel leakage may increase the risk of fire.
Remedy: Replace the fuel pipe with a modified part.
MX-5 Traction/Stability Light May Fail to Illuminate
R/2025/202, launched 1 September 2025, 1,914 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the Traction Control System (TCS)/Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) indicator light may not illuminate when abnormal yaw rate characteristics are detected due to a software diagnostic programming error. This issue does not affect vehicle drivability or braking performance.
Remedy: Replace the DSC Hydraulic Unit/Control Module (HU/CM) with a modified part that includes improved software.
MX-5 Parking Assist Unit Reprogramming
R/2025/043, launched 28 February 2025, 720 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles when reversing obstructions may not be detected correctly due to inappropriate software in the parking assist unit which may increase the risk of an accident.
Remedy: Reprogram the parking assist unit.
LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP IMPELLER MIGHT BECOME DEFORMED
R/2021/435, launched 4 January 2022, 26,974 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CX-3, CX-5, Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda6
Defect: The impeller in the low-pressure fuel pump may become deformed causing fuel pump failure.
Remedy: Replace the low-pressure fuel pump with an improved part.
UNDERSHIELD METAL BRACKET MAY SEPARATE FROM VEHICLE
R/2019/265, launched 2 September 2019, 968 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The metal bracket used to secure an under shield may separate from the vehicle.
Remedy: Replacement of the front under shield with a modified part
MODELS FITTED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY UNEXPECTEDLY DOWNSHIFT
R/2019/036, launched 25 February 2019, 697 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Automatic Transmission may unexpectedly downshift.
Remedy: Reprogram of the software contained within the Transmission Control Module.
CONTROL LOGIC WHICH MONITORS THE CHARGING CONTROL PROGRAM FAILS TO DIVERT ELECTRICAL POWER AWAY FROM CAPACITOR IN THE EVENT OF A FAULT
R/2018/237, launched 17 September 2018, 965 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CX-3
Defect: On the subject vehicles the control logic which monitors the charging control program fails to divert the electrical power away from the capacitor when a fault is detected within the capacitor circuit. This can cause a short circuit inside the DCDC converter and could cause the engine to stall or overheating of the DCDC converter itself which could cause a fire. The fault is accompanied by the ‘i-ELOOP’ warning light being illuminated on the instrument cluster along with the ‘i-Stop’ warning light flashing The engine may in some circumstances stall and fail to restart. In extreme cases the DCDC converter could overheat and cause a fire
Remedy: Reprogram the PCM with the correct control logic. If error code ‘U3000: 49-DCDC’ is stored - the DCDC Converter must also be replaced.
FOG LAMP SECURITY CONCERN.
R/2003/099, launched 12 December 2003, 28,339 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Mazda6, Mpv
Defect: Repeated thermal expansion and shrinkage in use may cause the front fog light socket holder to become detached from the fog light case. As a consequence an exposed hot bulb may come into contact with part of the vehicle body or fittings.
Remedy: Attach a spring to the rear of the fog light to prevent the socket holder detaching from the fog light case.
DRIVERS FLOOR MAT MAY INTERFERE WITH THROTTLE PEDAL
R/2000/138, launched 7 December 2000, 167 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The floor mat fitted in the driver's footwell may interfere with the throttle pedal and cause the throttle to stick open. This may lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace mat with modified type.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Mazda MX-5, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Mazda dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.