2007 Mazda MX-5 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MX-5 years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 21 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Mazda MX-5. That ranks 3rd out of 21 MX-5 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (5 complaints, 29%), typically at around 27,951 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 17owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Mazda MX-5 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 5 | 29% | 27,951 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 18% | 33,063 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 18% | 33,063 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 18% | 56,000 | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 6% | 2,436 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 6% | 100 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 6% | 107,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 6% | 100 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 6% | 12,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Mazda MX-5 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2007 Mazda MX-5.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Launch edition 2016 miatas equipped with bsm h have known defective modules. Mazda has put out a tsb but have not initiated a recall. Bsm will randomly disable itself and stop functioning until you turn the vehicle off and then on again.
There is a leak on the passenger side footwear which has caused rust on the from cross frame and the wires for the airbag to get wet and other wires.
Check engine light comes on every few weeks, various obd codes: p0455, p2402, p2407. This model has a know emission control system problem. Selling dealer replaced filler cap twice and a purge valve before the dealership closed. Some filler pipes are known to be defective. Other dealers are not…
Failed passenger seat sensor diagnosed by local mazda dealership - parts and labor not covered under warranty due to age of car. Parts/labor exceed $1600 for the repair. This particular vehicle is under 60k miles, and rarely has a passenger-seat occupant (so very little stress/wear on the seat) and…
Car was in motion on a public road with the steering while slightly turned when the back end gave out and dangerously fishtailed over all lanes of the road. Vehicle's toe control link failed at 50mph caused this. Considering this is a safety critical oem part that was never altered or changed, and…
Other Mazda MX-5 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 MX-5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 MX-5 | 3 | 1 |
| 2024 MX-5 | 5 | 1 |
| 2023 MX-5 | 7 | 1 |
| 2022 MX-5 | 5 | 1 |
| 2021 MX-5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 MX-5 | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 MX-5 | 11 | 3 |
| 2018 MX-5 | 3 | 3 |
| 2017 MX-5 | 11 | 2 |
| 2016 MX-5 | 34 | 3 |
| 2015 MX-5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 MX-5 | 6 | 0 |
| 2013 MX-5 | 2 | 0 |
| 2012 MX-5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2011 MX-5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 MX-5 | 4 | 0 |
| 2009 MX-5 | 3 | 0 |
| 2008 MX-5 | 7 | 0 |
| 2007 | 17 | 0 |
| 2006 MX-5 | 25 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mazda MX-5?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, seats problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Mazda MX-5?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2007 Mazda MX-5 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MX-5 model years, the 2007 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.