Worst 2017 Mazda Mx-5 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Wipers & Visibility
Steering Defects
Airbags
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Mazda Mx-5.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wipers & Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Sidewall | 1 | — | — | — |
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Mazda Mx-5. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Recalls for 2017 Mazda Mx-5
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~92,040 vehicles.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2019 MX-5 (Miata) vehicles with automatic transmissions. Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to unexpectedly downshift and abruptly decelerate.
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2017 Mazda Mx-5 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Mazda Mx-5 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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