2023 Mazda !MX-5 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2023 Mazda !MX-5 recalls

Most common 2023 Mazda !MX-5 problems

Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	4
Unknown Or Other	1
Seat Belts	1
Air Bags	1
Steering	1

What owners report

2026-04-01, Steering
Steering feels sticky at higher speeds, once the vehicle is at full operating temp. The steering requires some pressure to “break free” from whatever position it is in. If I’m continually moving the wheel, it steers normally. However, if I’m driving straight and need to initiate a turn or make minor steering corrections (like on the highway), I have to turn the wheel harder than normal, then it gives way and turns with regular force. This makes it difficult to control, causing the car the jerk around a lot. This is an issue many others have noticed on online forums, and there does not seem to be a known fix for this. The Mazda dealership near me could not duplicate the issue (since i

2025-09-22, Power Train
Manual transmission will not reliably shift from 2nd to 3rd gear without a grinding noise. Other owners are reporting similar issues that have required a full replacement of the transmission in MY2023 cars.

2025-06-06, Air Bags
On [XXX] my [XXX] son was driving the vehicle and at low speed (30 mph or under) lost control of the vehicle in a turn. The vehicle hit a telephone pole that was rotted from termite infestation which shattered into three pieces (one piece landing on the cars windshield frame and driver roll bar hoop) . He impacted the airbags and had an unstable anterior fracture of the c5 vertebrae and a stable posterior fracture of the C5 vertebrae. He was graded an Asia B spinal cord injury and was paralyzed from the neck down. He spent 42 days in trauma ICU and then Neuro Rehab learning how to walk and use the bathroom. He has many lingering effects and still has loss of use of fingers on both hands

2025-01-31, Power Train
My vehicle has only 8700 miles. At around 2500 miles first gear refused to engage, and I had to start the car in second for a week. That week I scheduled for service but the problem was not reproducible, since then it has been intermittent by never prolonged like that full week. This is and was a safety risk because I have been stuck on a hill, stop signs, and green traffic lights etc. Because it was not reproducible, the claim was dismissed. At around 4000 miles and on, third gear became very inconsistent in shift action. Typically it won't allow me to shift into third at all, other times it will grind, or requires excessive force to engage gear. This happens both in motion and at a stop

2024-10-29, Unknown Or Other
Dear, I’m writing to address the delayed response to the recall for my Mazda MX-5, which began on September 18. It has been nearly two months without any remedy or guidance from the manufacturer. As I rely on this vehicle daily for business purposes, this prolonged delay has caused significant disruptions. I urge NHTSA to assist in expediting a resolution with Mazda to minimize further impact on my work. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

2023 Mazda !MX-5 questions

Does the 2023 Mazda !MX-5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2023 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 2023 Mazda !MX-5?

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (4), Unknown Or Other (1), Seat Belts (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2023 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.