Complaints
6
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2012 Mazda Mx-5 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#11 complaints
AIR BAGS
Avg mileage:450 mi
#21 complaints
ENGINE
Avg mileage:80,000 mi
#31 complaints
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Avg mileage:77 mi
Crash-related:1
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Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Mazda Mx-5.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 1 | — | — | 450 mi | |
| ENGINE | 1 | — | — | 80,000 mi | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 | 1 | — | 77 mi | |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 | — | — | — | |
| TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM | 1 | — | — | 80,000 mi | |
| VISIBILITY | 1 | — | — | — |
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