- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
1997 Mazda Miata Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1997 Mazda Miata with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system (1) and the transmission & drivetrain (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in March 2006 for the exterior lighting. For comparison, the 1996 has 3 and the 1998 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Miata year, for its age
#268 most complained-about 1997 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1997 Mazda Miata problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1997 Mazda Miata recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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2 complaints about the 1997 Mazda Miata
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The consumer stated the filler neck tube has rusted. As a result fuel vapors seeped into the passenger compartment. A recall for the fuel tank filler neck has been issued, however the vehicle identification number was outside of the remedy scope. Please provide additional information. *Jb
My 1997 626 is having a severe transmission problem. There is only 60000 miles on it. Considering the number of complaints files on this issue, I sincerely hope that mazda does something about (recall or better go out of business). *Nlm
Mazda Miata: every year compared
All Miata years1997 Mazda Miata vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Mazda Miata | 2 | 1 | C | |
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 360 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Mazda Protege | 68 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1997 Mazda B-Series | 54 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1997 Mazda MPV | 24 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Mazda Millenia | 18 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 11 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1997 Mazda MX-6 | 4 | 3 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1997 Mazda Miata
Does the 1997 Mazda Miata have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1997 Mazda Miata: exterior lighting (March 2006). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Mazda Miata?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the fuel system (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 1997 Mazda Miata had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 19, 2003 and the latest on October 18, 2004. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1997 Mazda Miata a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 57 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Mazda Miata year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Mazda Miata years have the most complaints?
1990 (3), 1993 (3), 1996 (3). See every Mazda Miata year compared.
What should I do if my 1997 Mazda Miata has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data