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2016-2019 Mazda MX-5 recall: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Mazda North American Operations reported this safety recall on February 1, 2019. It covers about 14,370 vehicles.

vehicles affected
14,370
reported
Feb 1, 2019
owners notified
Mar 14, 2019
related complaints
15

Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)

What is wrong
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2019 MX-5 (Miata) vehicles with automatic transmissions. Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to unexpectedly downshift and abruptly decelerate.
Risk
If the vehicle abruptly downshifts, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the TCM with corrected software, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1‑800‑222‑5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3019A.

Recall number 19V072000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 15 complaints about transmission problems.

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Questions about recall 19V072000

Is there a recall on the 2016-2019 Mazda MX-5 control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)?

Yes. Recall 19V072000, reported on February 1, 2019, covers about 14,370 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V072000?

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the TCM with corrected software, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1‑800‑222‑5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3019A.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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