1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Mazda MX-5.
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recalls
3
owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2020 Mazda MX-5 recalls
Air bags: air bag/restraint control module, software
NHTSA campaign 24V695000 · reported September 18, 2024 · Mazda North American Operations · 77,670 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk
An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 6924I.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Air bags2
Fuel/propulsion system1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Jun 15, 2026 · Air bags
Recall has been open for two years and Mazda still hasn't provided the tools to dealerships to fix it. Mazda keeps emailing to go to a dealership but they they have to turn you away as they are unable to repair the vehicle.
May 12, 2026 · Air bags
Mazda and NHTSA have sent out multiple notices calling owner to go to dealers to have the recall remediated. If one schedules to go to a dealership they are informed that Mazda does not yet have a tool available to remedy the issue. I've been on a waiting list for over 4 months and no tool is available yet. Since this…
May 23, 2024 · Fuel/propulsion system
2020 mx5 rf club edition with 65k miles lost engine power while driving in rush hour traffic. Car would not re-start, required a tow, and I was left stranded and without transportation. Since car was inoperable it was towed to nearby reputable mechanic and per the mechanic fuel pump has failed. Same fuel pump has been…
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Mazda MX-5, the most recent reported on September 18, 2024 (Air bags: air bag/restraint control module, software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Mazda MX-5?
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (2 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1).
How many 2020 Mazda MX-5 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 15, 2026.