Mazda MX-5 Miata Reliability Problems

MX-5 Miata owners have made 44 complaints over 31 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 6th in overall reliability out of 19 Mazda models, with real body and electrical concerns.

What MX-5 Miata Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

Full Lists on CarComplaints.com

MX-5 Miata Generations

The MX-5 Miata has 4 generations, each with their own issues. Using the same PainRank™ system we've determined that you're better off avoiding the 4th generation (2016–2020).

MX-5 Miata Key Numbers

  1. 44 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

Recent MX-5 Miata News

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