The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·25V336000·Announced 2025-05-22

Mazda MX-5 recalled for Dynamic Stability Control indicator light failure

Mazda is recalling 2024-2025 MX-5 vehicles where the Dynamic Stability Control indicator light may fail to illuminate due to a software error. This could prevent drivers from being warned of a traction control system failure, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This recall involves a safety system indicator failure that prevents drivers from being warned of potential traction or stability control issues, creating an increased crash risk. No injuries or crashes have been reported, placing this at the High severity level—a risk-of-harm product category without realized harm.

Plain-English summary

Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mazda MX-5 vehicles. The Traction Control System (TCS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) indicator light may fail to illuminate as intended due to a software error in the DSC unit. This defect violates Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126 regarding Electronic Stability Control Systems.

When the indicator light fails to illuminate, drivers may not receive a warning if the TCS or DSC system experiences an issue. This could increase the risk of a crash by leaving drivers unaware of a critical safety system failure.

Approximately 12,244 vehicles are affected by this recall. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2025.

Owners should contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6 to schedule service. Dealers will replace the affected DSC unit free of charge. Mazda's internal recall number is 7425E.

The recalled product

Product
MAZDA MX-5
Brand
MAZDA
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Category
Vehicle — Electronic Stability Control
Hazard
Affected units
12,244

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Model numbers (1)

  • MX-5

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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