For more than three decades the mazda mx 5 miata has been the go to open top option for enthusiasts.
Mazda mx 5 coupe roof problems.
It s lightweight fun to drive and looks good.
The coupe cabriolet s roof can stick half open because of faulty position sensors.
The rf which stands for retractable fastback ditches the soft top in favor of a retractable roof panel that folds away nicely at the press of a button.
Clear coat is delaminating 2000 mx 5 miata average.
Mazda has added a small window in the back as well to add stability to the area holding the roof panel.
The second most common problem is the clear coat losing its shine.
In the following overview you will find the most common problems for the mazda mx 5 for which mazda has announced a recall through the eu rapex system.
As of 2015 the average cost of this repair runs around 1 200 and problems begin at around 5 000 miles.
Worst mazda mx 5 miata problems 1.
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The mazda miata is a convertible which is great if you are lucky enough to live somewhere with warm sunny weather.
Careless owners can leave the roof down in poor weather so it s important to check for damp patches and water.
Super rare mazda mx 5 miata coupe pops up for sale.
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That compact cabin isn t just small when measured from front to back but also from top to bottom and it can be an awkward squeeze for.
Mazda mx 5 roadster roof problems usually are caused by a bad roof motor.
The mx 5 rf in return looks like a two seat coupe with the middle part of the roof missing.
And for good reason.
Janet t answered on july 30 2020.
If not then mazda mx 5 owners are going to spend a lot of time driving with the top up which creates a new problem for taller drivers.
The second generation nb mazda miata got a special coupe version with a fixed roof and one is now for sale.