2012 Mazda MX-5 recalls and problems

The 2012 Mazda MX-5 has 0 recalls and 5 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is air bags.

2012 Mazda Mx-5
Photo: 2012 Mazda Mx-5 by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
How the 2012 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

High complaint count among 21 MX-5 model years — 9th most.

0recalls
5complaints
1crashes
0fires
0injuries
450median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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0 recalls

No recall campaigns on file.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2012: 2 complaints201222014: 1 complaints20142016: 1 complaints20162017: 1 complaints20171

2012 vs. other Mazda MX-5 years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2012. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2012 Mazda MX-5 have recalls?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2012 Mazda MX-5. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Mazda MX-5?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention air bags (1), engine (1), service brakes (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.