Model year guide

1993 Mazda miata

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1993 Mazda miata is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1993 Mazda miata — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1993 Mazda miata at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints4

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1993 Mazda miata recalls 2

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E026000 · 23/03/2006

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.

Unknown Or Other NHTSA Campaign #92V159000 · 03/11/1992

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.

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.

1993 Mazda miata common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

1993 Mazda miata safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1993 Mazda Miata 2-DR. Convertible. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Investigations & service bulletins

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 2019

In 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 2019

In 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 2018

In 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 2018

In 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 2017

Speedometer replacement procedure

Bulletin 0900716 · Electrical System · Feb 2016

IN 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 2014

NON GENUINE ACCESSORIES AFFECT AIR BAG OPERATION. *KB

Bulletin 0800306 · Air Bags · Oct 2006

BATTERY TEST PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS. *TT

Bulletin 0102504 · Electrical System · Jul 2004

SPEEDOMETER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT

Bulletin 0902604 · Equipment · Jul 2004

Source: 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 1993 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 1993

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

1993 Mazda miata trims & engines on record

Engines
1.6L 4-cyl 116 hp

1993 Mazda miata vehicles on record

1993 Mazda miata 1993 Mazda miataJM1NA3518P1416761

Other Mazda miata model years

2007 2006 2004 2001 2000 1999 1994 1991

1993 Mazda miata — frequently asked questions

Does the 1993 Mazda miata have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1993 Mazda miata. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1993 Mazda miata?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel system, gasoline, seat belts.

What is the 1993 Mazda miata safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 1993 Mazda miata crash-test ratings of frontal 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.