2022 Mazda !MX-5 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2022 Mazda !MX-5 recalls

Most common 2022 Mazda !MX-5 problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	3
Seats	1
Electrical System	1
Forward Collision Avoidance	1

What owners report

2025-12-10, Forward Collision Avoidance
On two occasions the vehicle (which is silver--more about that below) has suddenly and without warning activated its emergency braking. The most recent occasion was summer of 2023. On a clear, dry afternoon the system activated while I was at speed on the Suncoast parkway approaching an automatic toll arch. Fortunately there were no other vehicles nearby. I pulled to the side of the road and turned the car off and on again to attempt to clear whatever glitch had happened. The incident was so dramatic I've actually forgotten what the prior incident was. I remember one reason that was mentioned in the manual was a dirty windshield, and that was not the case at that time. I have *never* experie

2024-12-06, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2022 Mazda MX-5. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in operation, the rooftop failed to remain sealed opened or closed as intended, causing the alarm system to be disarmed. The contact stated that the vehicle would not move forward or backward while shifted into gear. There was no warning light illuminated. In addition, the rearview would independently turn on and off. The contact stated that unless the mirror was turned off, the steering wheel would become loosened or become difficult to steer. The contact stated that the odometer was inoperable. The contact stated that while holding the RF switch down for a long while, an error code would appear on the instrum

2024-06-18, Power Train
Transmission failure due to bad synchros

2024-06-18, Power Train
Manual transmission synchronizers fail, causing erratic gear shift operation and the inability to change gears, which could result in an accident. The ND Mazda Miata Owners Group on Facebook has polled its owners and found a 10% failure rate of manual transmissions among owners in the group who required replacement of the transmission. On [XXX], at approximately 20,000 miles on the odometer, my 2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata experienced a grind from the transmission while downshifting to third gear at city speeds. I alerted Mazda North American Operations on May 30, 2024. On [XXX], the gearbox began grinding during downshifts into second gear. My car entered service at Mazda of Knoxville around Jun

2022-10-16, Seats
Hi Team, I bought a Mazda Miata MX5 RF 2022 and its user manual states the vehicle is to come with LATCH system to attach the child car system. However the LATCH hooks are not present in that car seat. 1) My understanding is that is a legal requirement to provide the LATCH system. Could you please clarify if that is the case? 2) If there is a discrepancy between what is specified in the user manual and what is actually in the car (for the Child Seat LATCH), will the manufacturer be required to install it for me? 3) It will be helpful if you can share the options I have to get the Child Car Restraint installed? Best [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOI

2022 Mazda !MX-5 questions

Does the 2022 Mazda !MX-5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2022 Mazda !MX-5: Front Air Bags May Deploy With Excessive Force. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Mazda !MX-5?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (3), Seats (1), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2022 Mazda !MX-5 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.