Research · Two Seaters
2007 Mazda MX-5/Recalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 17 owner complaints for the 2007 Mazda MX-5/. Most complaints involve air bags (5) and electrical system (3). The EPA rates it 23–24 mpg combined.
Combined MPG
23–24mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
17
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
$3,200est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2007 Mazda MX-5/ as of Nov 11, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 11, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
17 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2007 – Nov 2023
- Air bags5
- Electrical system3
- Structure3
- Seats3
- Lane departure1
- Fuel/propulsion system1
- Suspension1
- Visibility1
- Equipment adaptive/mobility1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
By model year
Complaints for each MX-5/ model year we’ve synced.
View as table
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 3 |
| 2010 | 4 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 3 |
| 2026 | 1 |
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Deaths reported
- 0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Air bags
5 reports
“FAILED PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR DIAGNOSED BY LOCAL MAZDA DEALERSHIP - PARTS AND LABOR NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY DUE TO AGE OF CAR. PARTS/LABOR EXCEED $1600 FOR THE REPAIR. THIS PARTICULAR VEHICLE IS UNDER 60K MILES, AND RARELY HAS A PASSENGER-SEAT OCCUPANT (SO VERY LITTLE STRESS/WEAR ON THE SEAT) AND HAS HAD NO PHYSICAL OR WATER DAMAGE TO THE CAR. I BELIEVE THIS IS A SIMILAR SCENARIO TO THE GM SKY/SOLSTICE VEHICLES - WHERE A LOW VOLUME SPECIALTY VEHICLE DOES NOT GARNER THE ATTENTION. REVIEWING MAZDA FORUMS SHOWS THAT THIS DEFECT IS NOT UNCOMMON, AND SHOULD BE RESEARCHED ON A PROBLEMS PER HUNDRED UNITS BASIS. MY GUESS IS THAT THE PPHU WOULD EXCEED THAT OF OTHER VEHICLES RECALLED FOR SIMILAR ISSUES.”
Electrical system
3 reports
“There is a leak on the passenger side footwear which has caused rust on the from cross frame and the wires for the airbag to get wet and other wires.”
Structure
3 reports
“I FIRST NOTICED THE FLOOR UNDER MY DRIVERS SEAT IN THE BACK WAS SOAKED. I TOOK IT TO A MAZDA DEALER IMMEDIATELY AND WAS TOLD THAT THE DRAINAGE SYSTEM WAS PROBABLY BACKED UP WITH DEBRIS CAUSING THE WATER TO BACK UP INSIDE THE CAR AND IT WOULD COST APPROX. $700.00. IT SEEMED TO HAPPEN WHEN MY CAR WAS EXPOSED TO HEAVY RAIN. ALSO WHENEVER I WENT TO A CAR WASH. THE PROBLEM SEEMED TO HAVE GOTTEN WORSE AND I CAME HOME TO FIND THE INSIDE OF MY CAR FILLED WITH WATER IN THE BACK AND THE FRONT UNDER THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER SEATS. THIS PROBLEM CAN LEAD TO A MORE SERIOUS PROBLEM IF NOT FIXED IMMEDIATELY BECAUSE EVENTUALLY RUSTING WILL OCCUR UNDER THE CARPETING WHICH COULD BE A POTENTIAL DANGER TO ME AS THE DRIVER. I DO NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING THIS CAR WITH THIS RECURRING WATER PROBLEM. I HAVE ASKED AROUND AS TO HOW TO FIX THIS PROBLEM AND HAVE HAD NO RESOLUTION WITH MAZDA. I DO NOT FEEL THAT THIS IS A NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR ISSUE BUT MORE ONE OF A MANUFACTURING FLAW. WHEN I SPEND THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS ON A SPORT CAR I DO NOT EXPECT FOR A PROBLEM SUCH AS THIS TO OCCUR AND THEN NOT BE DEALT WITH EXPEDIENCY. IF THE FLOORING ROTS FROM RUST, MY SEAT COULD FALL THROUGH WHILE I'M…”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 11, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
3 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl
- Transmissions
- Manual 5-spd · Manual 6-spd · Automatic (S6)
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MX-5 Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 27 | 24 | $3,200 | 370 |
| MX-5 Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 | $3,200 | 370 |
| MX-5 Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,350 | 386 |
- 24mpg comb.
- 24mpg comb.
- 23mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA’s safety-ratings service didn’t respond on our last sync, so this section is missing for now. We retry within the hour.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 11, 2026
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2007 MX-5/ questions
How many recalls does the 2007 Mazda MX-5/ have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 11, 2026.
What are the most common 2007 Mazda MX-5/ problems?
Owners filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (5), electrical system (3), structure (3). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2007 Mazda MX-5/ get?
The EPA rates the 2007 Mazda MX-5/ at 23–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 11, 2026