NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Mazda MX-5 Safety Record
The 2021 Mazda MX-5 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Mazda MX-5 lacks any federal crash-test ratings, as NHTSA has not evaluated this model year. Therefore, no star ratings or Safety Index score can be assigned. The vehicle's safety record, based on available data, includes a single recall campaign concerning air bag control module software. Furthermore, one unverified owner complaint has been filed with NHTSA. The absence of federal crash-test data for the 2021 MX-5 indicates neither inherent safety nor danger; it simply signifies that no official federal assessment exists.
The 2021 Mazda MX-5 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign involving air bag control module software, and is classified in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Mazda MX-5?
The 2021 Mazda MX-5 presents a notably thin federal paper trail for recalls and owner complaints. A single recall, targeting air bag control module software, is significant given its critical safety function and broad production scope encompassing this model year. Owners should verify remedy completion. A solitary, unverified Power Train complaint registers as a low-volume concern for now, though it warrants attention if future NHTSA data shows increasing reports. No adjacent model years within this guide's coverage provide comparative federal crash-test results for directional insight.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Mazda MX-5 have any recalls?
The 2021 Mazda MX-5 carries one recall campaign. It covers a software error in the air bag control module, a defect that spans certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisory is listed in the data provided for this recall. Owners should verify remedy status for their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov.
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE24V695000
Risk: An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 6924I.
Reported 2024-09-18
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Mazda MX-5?
NHTSA records one owner complaint for the 2021 Mazda MX-5. The alleged concern falls under the Power Train component category. This is an unverified consumer allegation reported to NHTSA and has not been confirmed as a defect by the agency or the manufacturer.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Mazda MX-5?
One specific recall stands out for the 2021 Mazda MX-5: a software error in the airbag control module. Any prospective buyer of a used 2021 model should check the vehicle's VIN through the free NHTSA recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm that this recall has been addressed.
- The 2021 Mazda MX-5 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal frontal, side, or rollover star ratings exist for this specific model year.
- One recall affects this model year: a software error in the air bag control module, part of a campaign covering certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles, making VIN-level verification of remedy completion a priority.
- NHTSA records only one owner complaint for this model year, an unverified allegation involving the Power Train, placing the 2021 MX-5 in the Light burden band for recall and complaint volume.
- No tested sibling years of the 2021 MX-5 exist within this guide's coverage window, so shoppers cannot draw on adjacent federal crash-test scores as a directional reference.
FAQ2021 Mazda MX-5 safety questions
Was the 2021 Mazda MX-5 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Mazda MX-5 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2021 Mazda MX-5. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Mazda MX-5?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2021 Mazda MX-5. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mazda MX-5 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.