Model year guide

1994 Mazda MX-5

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1994 Mazda MX-5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

1994 Mazda MX-5 — representative photo
Representative photo

1994 Mazda MX-5 at a glance

Safety recallsNone

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

1994 Mazda MX-5 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1994 Mazda MX-5.

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.

Dimensions & weight

Length
155.5 in
Width
66.1 in
Height
48.0 in
Wheelbase
89.4 in
Curb weight
2,293 lb
Front track
55.5 in
Rear track
56.3 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1994 Mazda MX-5. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 9

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.

Radio Unlocking Codes.

Bulletin MT-002-22 · Electrical System · Feb 2022

Speedometer replacement procedure

Bulletin 0900716 · Electrical System · Feb 2016

CONDITIONS WITH STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER. *YC

Bulletin 00198 · Steering · Apr 1998

PRE-PAINTING PREPARATIONS FOR FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS. *YC

Bulletin 97102302097 · Structure · Oct 1997

USE OF A/C TRACER DYE. *TW

Bulletin 008/97 · Equipment · May 1997

PARTS REPLACEMENT AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. *TW

Bulletin 007/97T · Air Bags · Apr 1997

MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY - DIAGNOSTIC AND CHARGING PROCEDURE. *TW

Bulletin 001/97G · Electrical System · Apr 1997

WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE - CIRCUIT BREAKER ACTIVATION. *TW

Bulletin 003/97G · Electrical System · Jan 1997

UNKNOWN

Bulletin H003/95 · Power Train · Apr 1995

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the MX-5 MIATA. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Mazda MX-5

The Mazda MX-5 is a lightweight two-seat sports car manufactured and marketed by Mazda. While in most markets it is called the MX5, in Japan it is marketed as the Mazda Roadster or, previously, as the Eunos Roadster, and In the United States it is sold as the Mazda MX-5 Miata. The name miata derives from Old High German for "reward", and the MX-5 nameplate was derived from it being the fifth vehicle produced by the Mazda experimental division.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1994 Mazda MX-5 vehicles on record

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1994 Mazda MX-5 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1994 Mazda MX-5 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1994 Mazda MX-5. 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.

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