The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·19V496000·Announced 2019-06-27

Mazda Recalls 2016 MX-5 Vehicles for Detaching Skid Plate

Mazda is recalling 2016 MX-5 vehicles because the skid plate and metal bracket may detach, creating a road hazard and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (underbody shields) where detached parts may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2016 Mazda MX-5 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the skid plate and metal bracket may detach from underneath the vehicle.

Parts that separate from the vehicle may become a road hazard, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall began on August 2, 2019.

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the skid plate free of charge. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4, or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MAZDA MX-5
Brand
MAZDA
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Category
Vehicle — Underbody Shield
Hazard
Affected units
2,476

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • MX-5

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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