1996 Mazda MX-5
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1996 Mazda MX-5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.
1996 Mazda MX-5 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1996 Mazda MX-5 recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1996 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
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1996 Mazda MX-5. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 14
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 14.
Radio Unlocking Codes.
Bulletin MT-002-22 · Electrical System · Feb 2022In 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 dealerâÂÂs responsibility to comply with Feder…
Bulletin 09-003-20-3671 · Equipment, Electrical System · Jan 2020Speedometer replacement procedure
Bulletin 0900716 · Electrical System · Feb 2016CONCERNS WITH SOFT TOP WATER LEAKAGE. *YC
Bulletin 00998 · Structure · May 1998CONDITIONS WITH STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER. *YC
Bulletin 00198 · Steering · Apr 1998PRE-PAINTING PREPARATIONS FOR FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS. *YC
Bulletin 97102302097 · Structure · Oct 1997CONCERNS WITH VEHICLE SHAKES AT HIGH SPEED. *YC
Bulletin 9708300297 · Wheels · Aug 1997TAIL PIPE BREAKAGE. *TW
Bulletin 015/97F · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 1997HEADREST SPEAKERS CUT OUT AT HIGH VOLUME. *TW
Bulletin 010/97T · Equipment · Jun 1997USE OF A/C TRACER DYE. *TW
Bulletin 008/97 · Equipment · May 1997Source: 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.