NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2024 Mazda MX-5 Safety Record
The 2024 Mazda MX-5 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 5 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2024 Mazda MX-5 has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, meaning there are no star ratings or an official Safety Index score for this model year. The federal record does, however, present a light burden of recalls and owner complaints. One recall campaign has been issued, alongside five owner-reported complaints. No crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities have been alleged within these reports. This data offers some insight, but it is not a substitute for the comprehensive information provided by full crash-test results. The absence of such test scores should not be interpreted as an indication of either safety or risk.
The 2024 Mazda MX-5 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one federal recall campaign, and falls 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 | 5 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Mazda MX-5?
The 2024 Mazda MX-5 has not received crash-test ratings from NHTSA, leaving consumers without star-rated data for frontal, side, or rollover performance. Despite this absence of testing, its overall federal record places it in the Light burden band for combined recall and complaint activity. One recall campaign addresses the Traction Control System, a critical component for vehicle stability. The five owner complaints are distributed across Electrical System, Power Train, Exterior Lighting, Visibility and Wiper, and Vehicle Speed Control. No reported incidents of crash, fire, injury, or fatality are associated with these complaints.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Mazda MX-5 have any recalls?
The single recall for the 2024 Mazda MX-5 targets the Traction Control System, affecting certain 2024-2025 MX-5 vehicles. The campaign involves the Traction Control System and Dynamic Stability features. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory in connection with this campaign based on the available record. Owners should verify their VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether their specific vehicle is included.
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM25V336000
Risk: An indicator light that does not illuminate may fail to warn the driver of a TCS or DSC system issue, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the DSC unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7425E.
Reported 2025-05-22
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Mazda MX-5?
Five owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2024 MX-5. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System and Power Train, each drawing two reports, followed by single allegations touching Exterior Lighting, Visibility and Wiper systems, and Vehicle Speed Control. All five are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA.
5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Mazda MX-5?
A single recall for the Traction Control System is on file for the 2024 MX-5. This recall is significant enough to warrant a VIN check on the NHTSA website for any individual vehicle, as completion status may vary.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2024 Mazda MX-5, meaning no Safety Index or star ratings exist for this specific model year.
- One recall campaign covers the Traction Control System on certain 2024-2025 MX-5 vehicles; owners should verify their VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether their unit is affected and whether the remedy has been performed.
- Five unverified owner complaints on file with NHTSA cite Electrical System and Power Train issues most frequently, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths among those allegations.
- The Light burden band reflects low recall and complaint volume for this model year but is not a crash-safety grade and cannot be compared to or substituted for a tested vehicle's star rating.
FAQ2024 Mazda MX-5 safety questions
Was the 2024 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 5 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Mazda MX-5 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2024 Mazda MX-5. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Mazda MX-5?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 5 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 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 2024.
- 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.