2016 Mazda MX-5 Maintenance guide
v1.0Updated Ethan Miller4 Sources Analyzed1 Critical Recalls
The 2016 Mazda MX-5, with a 6.5 LLM reliability score and a 'Good' public score of 7.8, presents an average ownership proposition. Owners should prioritize addressing the critical air bag control module software recall and verifying the powertrain control module software update.
Reliability Score
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost
$300 - $500
TSBs & Recalls
286 TSBs | 3 Recalls
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Key Takeaways
- Prioritize addressing the critical air bag control module software recall.
- Verify the powertrain control module software update recall has been completed.
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Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
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