Recall 19V072000: 2016–2019 Mazda MX-5
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 1, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 14,370
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
If the vehicle abruptly downshifts, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the TCM with corrected software, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3019A.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2016 Mazda MX-5
- 2017 Mazda MX-5
- 2018 Mazda MX-5
- 2019 Mazda MX-5
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V072000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 3019A
- Manufacturer
- Mazda North American Operations
- Owner letters
- Mar 14, 2019
- Components
- Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) (Transmission & Drivetrain)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology