KNOWN FAULTS · Mazda
Mazda MX-5 (NC) common problems.
2005–2015 · Petrol
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1 known fault with sources
Engines: 1.8 / 2.0 MZR (Petrol)
Mazda MX-5 (NC) weak points from its inspection recordKnown weak points
- Engine / equipment
- Mazda MX-5 (NC), all versions
- Period mentioned
- 2005–2015
- Symptoms
- Rust, a rear differential leaking oil at low mileage, a power-steering cooling coil that corrodes (mainly on early cars) and an expensive soft top to replace.
- Possible cause described
- According to AUTO BILD; there was also a recall for a DC converter that could short-circuit.
- Check for the garage
- Before buying, or at the next service, have it checked on a lift: underbody, axles, brakes and lights.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryEngines for this model
- 1.8 / 2.0 MZRPetrol