1991 Mazda miata
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1991 Mazda miata is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
1991 Mazda miata at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1991 Mazda miata recalls 3
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
A HARDTOP HOIST ACCESSORY KIT WAS SOLD TO CUSTOMERS WHO HAVE THE MIATA WITH A HARDTOP. THE PLASTIC BUCKLES USED TO ADJUST STRAP TENSION CAN BREAK AFTER THE HARDTOP HAS BEEN SUSPENDED BY THE HOIST.
Fix: MAZDA WILL REPLACE ALL HOISTS WITHOUT CHARGE.
A RETURN FLUID LINE OF THE FRONT BRAKE SYSTEM IS MISCONNECTED TO A REAR BRAKE FLUID RETURN. WHEN THE ABS SYSTEM COMES INTO USE, ALL THE FLUID FROM THE FRONT BRAKES GOES TO THE REAR BRAKE SYSTEM. THE FLUID RETURNS TO THE FRONT SYSTEM WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED.
Fix: REPLACE DEFECTIVE ABS SYSTEMS.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
1991 Mazda miata safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1991 Mazda Miata 2-DR. Convertible. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL Closed
NHTSA #PE94081 · Seat Belts · opened Nov 1994 · closed Mar 1995An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 21
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 21.
In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually.
Bulletin 00-003-19-3583 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Fuel System, Gasoline, Fuel System, Diesel · Mar 2019In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, S…
Bulletin 09-009-19-3566 · Electrical System · Jan 2019In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, S…
Bulletin 09-034-18-3430a · Vehicle Speed Control, Equipment · Oct 2018In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, S…
Bulletin 09-034-18-3430 · Vehicle Speed Control · Aug 2018In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer?s responsibility to comply with Federal, S…
Bulletin 09-035-17-3080 · Electrical System, Equipment · Aug 2017Speedometer replacement procedure
Bulletin 0900716 · Electrical System · Feb 2016IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATIONS, FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE LISTED BELOW WHEN REPLACING A SPEEDOMETER.NOTE:MAZDA VEHICLES ARE MANUFACTURED WITH TAMPER-PROOF SPEEDOMETERS.WHEN A SPEEDOMETER IS REPLACED, THE NEW SPEEDOMETER WILL READ ZERO (0) MILES.THIS PROC…
Bulletin 09-034-14-2956 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · Aug 2014NON GENUINE ACCESSORIES AFFECT AIR BAG OPERATION. *KB
Bulletin 0800306 · Air Bags · Oct 2006BATTERY TEST PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS. *TT
Bulletin 0102504 · Electrical System · Jul 2004SPEEDOMETER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT
Bulletin 0902604 · Equipment · Jul 2004Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the MIATA. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1991 Mazda miata. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Accessories
This recall is for the hardtop hoist accessory kit sold to persons with the hard top Miata. The plastic buckle with is a component part of the hoist may break after the hardtop has been hung in the garage, causing the hardtop to fall. This could result in personal injury. Correction: Plastic buckle will be replaced with a steel buckle.
Transport Canada #1993015 · Jan 1993Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.