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


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
06E026000PRO-A MOTORS, INC. E (Equipment)6194404/03/2006OVSCMAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS03/23/200603/23/2006571108
Defect SummaryCertain 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 SummaryWithout the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Corrective SummaryPro-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.
NotesThis 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
92V159000MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INCfrom 07/01/1989 to 08/01/1992V (Vehicle)10930501/29/1993MFRMAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS11/03/199211/10/1992
Defect SummaryA 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 SummaryThe 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 SummaryMazda will replace all hoists without charge.
NotesSystem: 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


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
AIR BAGS
080030610/04/200610021000Non genuine accessories affect air bag operation. *kb02/22/2007
007/97T04/25/199752520Parts replacement after airbag deployment. *tw08/14/1997
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
010250407/21/200410009427Battery test procedure requirements. *tt09/29/2004
001/97G04/08/199752503Maintenance free battery - diagnostic and charging procedure. *tw08/14/1997
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
003/97G01/19/199715-070/8852492Wiper motor inoperative - circuit breaker activation. *tw08/14/1997
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL
090260407/01/200410009424Speedometer replacement procedure. *tt09/29/2004
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
008/9705/19/199752497Use of a/c tracer dye. *tw08/14/1997
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
0049804/22/1998603878Subject on antenna relay inspection procedure. *yc03/09/1999
STRUCTURE - BODY
0079805/06/1998603916Concerns of paint damage occuring on the body at the rear corners of the trunk opening. *tt03/11/1999
0079805/06/1998603851Bulletin describing how paint damage may occur on the body at the rear conrners of the trunk opening. *yc03/08/1999
STRUCTURE - BODY - BUMPERS
9710230209710/23/199754319Pre-painting preparations for front and rear bumpers. *yc03/30/1998
STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD
970716016/9707/16/199752995The soft top boot rear hook vibrates, causing the hook to release. *yc11/06/1997
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
0179807/16/1998603888Customers may complain that the edge of the carpet comes loose from the bottom of the side trim panel. *tt03/09/1999
VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
0159806/30/1998603886Subject on power window troubleshooting and repair. *yc03/09/1999

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL
03/07/1998003/20/1993
 Consumer was in an accident, and her air bag did not deploy. *ak
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
11/01/2006781002006/01/1993
 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
05/01/20000
 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
10/14/19945
 Poor acceleration, caused by injector failure. *skd
SEAT BELTS
10/01/2011245000
 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.
10/01/2011245000
 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
10/01/2011245000
 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
11/14/20092070001
 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