Tl* the contact owned a 2009 mazda mx-5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 80 MPH a deer hit the front passenger side tire causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. During the crash the vehicle went airborne before crashing to the ground. The contact stated that no air bags deployed during the incident and the driver and front passenger side belts were engaged. The driver and passenger sustained soreness and scratches however no medical attention was required. A police report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was towed away. The vehicle was deemed a total loss. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer was not notified of the incident. The failure mileage was 90,000.
The worst 2009 Mazda MX-5 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags2
- Electrical1
- Locks1
Problems by type
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- Airbags2
- Electrical1
- Locks1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2009 Mazda MX-5 213
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below
- Description
- Product Quality Information (PQI) DESCRIPTION Service Information MT-041/12 is no longer valid
- This SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below
- This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red....
- If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...),...
- A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating
- Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage such (melted, separating, etc.) when parked near a...
- When replacing the SiriusXM satellite radio unit, a call must be made to inform SiriusXM of the existing...
- Some customers may complain about a noisy HVAC blower motor or odor after a cabin air filter replacement
2009 Mazda MX-5 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | RWD | 21-22 | 28 | 23-24 |
What 2009 Mazda MX-5 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
On april 2,2020 me and a passenger were in an accident where we flipped upside down in the mx 5 and no airbags deployed for the driver side or passenger side and we were hurt very bad and should not have made it alfa insurance is holding the car for an investigation. This happened on hwy.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 mazda mx-5. The contact stated that while parked, the doors locked and unlocked independently. The failure was recurring. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
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Questions about the 2009 Mazda MX-5
Is the 2009 Mazda MX-5 reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2009 Mazda MX-5, fewer than a typical MX-5 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Mazda MX-5?
Airbags, with 2 complaints. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2009 Mazda MX-5 have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2009 Mazda MX-5 get?
Official estimates for the 2009 Mazda MX-5 range from 23 to 24 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 21-22 city and 28 highway.
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