Mazda Miata 1993
Model Miata made in 1993 by Mazda got 11 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 14 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, fuel system, gasoline and seat belts. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, electrical system and equipment. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, unknown or other.
Model 1993
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||||||||||||||||
06E026000 | PRO-A MOTORS, INC. | E (Equipment) | 61944 | 04/03/2006 | OVSC | MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS | 03/23/2006 | 03/23/2006 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
Defect Summary | Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled lamp model numbers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
UNKNOWN OR OTHER | ||||||||||||||||
92V159000 | MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC | from 07/01/1989 to 08/01/1992 | V (Vehicle) | 109305 | 01/29/1993 | MFR | MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS | 11/03/1992 | 11/10/1992 | |||||||
Defect Summary | A hardtop hoist accessory kit was sold to customers who have the miata with a hardtop. the plastic buckles used to adjust strap tension can break after the hardtop has been suspended by the hoist. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | The buckles on the hardtop hoist can break and result inthe hardtop falling from the hoist, causing personal injury to anyone standingbeneath or near the hardtop when it falls. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Mazda will replace all hoists without charge. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: equipment.vehicle description: hardtop convertible passenger cars.note: 3000 hardtop hoist accessory kits, built between june 1989 andjuly 1992, are involved in this recall campaign. however, it is necessary tonotify all miata owners to locate these defective units. |
Bulletins
Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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AIR BAGS | |||||
0800306 | 10/04/2006 | 10021000 | Non genuine accessories affect air bag operation. *kb | 02/22/2007 | |
007/97T | 04/25/1997 | 52520 | Parts replacement after airbag deployment. *tw | 08/14/1997 | |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
0102504 | 07/21/2004 | 10009427 | Battery test procedure requirements. *tt | 09/29/2004 | |
001/97G | 04/08/1997 | 52503 | Maintenance free battery - diagnostic and charging procedure. *tw | 08/14/1997 | |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | |||||
003/97G | 01/19/1997 | 15-070/88 | 52492 | Wiper motor inoperative - circuit breaker activation. *tw | 08/14/1997 |
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL | |||||
0902604 | 07/01/2004 | 10009424 | Speedometer replacement procedure. *tt | 09/29/2004 | |
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
008/97 | 05/19/1997 | 52497 | Use of a/c tracer dye. *tw | 08/14/1997 | |
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | |||||
00498 | 04/22/1998 | 603878 | Subject on antenna relay inspection procedure. *yc | 03/09/1999 | |
STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
00798 | 05/06/1998 | 603916 | Concerns of paint damage occuring on the body at the rear corners of the trunk opening. *tt | 03/11/1999 | |
00798 | 05/06/1998 | 603851 | Bulletin describing how paint damage may occur on the body at the rear conrners of the trunk opening. *yc | 03/08/1999 | |
STRUCTURE - BODY - BUMPERS | |||||
97102302097 | 10/23/1997 | 54319 | Pre-painting preparations for front and rear bumpers. *yc | 03/30/1998 | |
STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD | |||||
970716016/97 | 07/16/1997 | 52995 | The soft top boot rear hook vibrates, causing the hook to release. *yc | 11/06/1997 | |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
01798 | 07/16/1998 | 603888 | Customers may complain that the edge of the carpet comes loose from the bottom of the side trim panel. *tt | 03/09/1999 | |
VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||||
01598 | 06/30/1998 | 603886 | Subject on power window troubleshooting and repair. *yc | 03/09/1999 |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
03/07/1998 | 0 | 03/20/1993 | |
Consumer was in an accident, and her air bag did not deploy. *ak | |||
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | |||
11/01/2006 | 78100 | 20 | 06/01/1993 |
Tl*- the contact stated the airbag warning light for the 1993 mazda miata flashed continuously. the vehicle was taken to the dealership, and they replaced the main crash sensor. the contact stated the airbag warning lights continued to flash. the dealership then recommended replacing the airbag wiring harness. this has yet to be replaced. the dealership advised the contact that since the crash sensors were not functioning correctly,the airbags could deploy at any time without warning. the vehicle currently had 78100 miles. *ak the dealer stated the problem was diagnosed as a bad crash sensor and fixed but the warning light continued to flash. the dealer improperly diagnosed the car and awarded the consumer a check $531.78. update *4/12tr | |||
AIR BAGS - SIDE/WINDOW | |||
05/01/2000 | 0 | ||
Airbag light flashed continuously. dealer advised consumer that airbag could deploy at any time, and was not covered under warranty. this defect could result in an accident and or injuries. vehicle has not yet encountered any accidents. *ak | |||
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS | |||
10/14/1994 | 5 | ||
Poor acceleration, caused by injector failure. *skd | |||
SEAT BELTS | |||
10/01/2011 | 245000 | ||
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 mazda miata. the contact stated that the driver side seat belt would unlatch independently while driving. the contact was unsure if the failure was contributed to the buckle or the retractor system. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnosis. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 245,000 and the current mileage was. 252,000. | |||
10/01/2011 | 245000 | ||
Tl-the contact owns a 1993 mazda miata. the contact stated that the driver side seat belt would unlatch independently while driving. the contact was unsure if the failure was contributed to the buckle or the retractor system. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnosis. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 245,000 and the current mileage was. 252,000. kmj | |||
10/01/2011 | 245000 | ||
Tl-the contact owns a 1993 mazda miata. the contact stated the driver seat belt un-locks by itself while driving. the contact did not know if it was the buckle, or the retractor system that was causing the seat belt to un-buckle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of th failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin information was not available. the failure mileage was 245,000 and the current mileage was. 252,000. li | |||
11/14/2009 | 207000 | 1 | |
False seatbelt engagement. seatbelt 'clicks', then 1, 2, 5 minutes later, belt spontaneously disengages.i have owned multiple miatas; i had to replace belts in my 1992 miata for the same reason. *tr | |||
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
06/09/1994 | |||
Vehicle went out of control, rolled down an embankment, no roll bar, occupants paralyzed. *ak |