2024 Mazda MX-5 Technical Service Bulletins

134 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2024 Mazda MX-5. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11022742Aug 22, 2025Other or unknown, Body and structure. Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage such (melted, separating, etc.) when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection. If a structure's windows create enough of a curve, the concave glass can focus the sun's rays onto a small area and acting like magnifiying glass direct the sunbeams into a hot pinpoint of light. This magnifcation of the sun's rays can…
• 11022725Aug 22, 2025Exterior lighting, Engine, Other or unknown, Electrical system. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control 3. MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle reception strength icon shows "X" or " ".
• 11022717Aug 22, 2025Electrical system, Other or unknown. Some customers may experience a Connected Vehicle failure. The MyMazda App may display an Error Code. This document provides Error Code description and recovery information to assist with repairs.
• 11022718Aug 21, 2025Electrical system, Other or unknown. Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
• 11022738Aug 15, 2025Other or unknown. When replacing the MAZDA CONNECT remote tuner (RT) with a replacement tuner for any reason, a call must be made to inform SiriusXM of the existing Radio ID and the new/replacement SAT Radio ID as soon as possible to ensure the customer leaves the dealership with an active SAT radio.
• 11022726Aug 6, 2025Electrical system, Other or unknown. Some vehicles may show “TSR system performance is reduced. Navigation Data Unavailable" or "Check Navigation SD Card" in the meter while driving.
• 11022617Aug 6, 2025Seat belts. Some customers may complain that the front passenger seat belt warning light flashes and the seat belt warning beep is activated, even though there is no occupant in the front passenger seat. When a passenger seat occupant sits with a load on the front side for a long time with the seat warmer on, the occupancy sensor becomes dented and sensitive. As a result, the sensor determines that there is an occupant in the…
• 11021396Jul 31, 2025Exterior lighting. Some vehicles equipped with the Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) may exhibit the exterior light warning light/exterior light warning indication on while driving or when the ignition is turned on and DTC B10A3:86 (Error signal received from swivel actuator (LH)) is stored in memory.
• 11021392Jul 30, 2025Exterior lighting. Some customers may notice an abnormal noise (i.e. whine, groan, rattle or squeak) coming from the front combination lights when turning them on, or a few minutes after turning them off. The noise may be due to contamination by foreign matter during the manufacturing process and the fan motor bearing may become worn out during use. To eliminate this concern, the fan motor has been modified.
• 11021499Jul 14, 2025Exterior lighting, Engine, Other or unknown. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control 3. MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle reception strength icon shows "X" or " ".
• 11021498Jul 14, 2025Other or unknown. Mazda Connected Services - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• 11021386Jul 11, 2025Other or unknown, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Some vehicles may exhibit the inner cloth (A) falling down at the rear end causing a poor appearance and obstructing the view of the back window.
• 11020039Jun 19, 2025Other or unknown. Some customers may complain about a noisy HVAC blower motor or odor after a cabin air filter replacement. Foreign debris on the blower motor after servicing the cabin air filter may be the cause. During the removal of the cabin air filter, foreign debris (leaves, dust, dirt....ect.) may fall on the blower motor causing a fluttering type noise or odor.
• 11020038Jun 18, 2025Other or unknown. Some customers may report an odor or water in the HVAC system and upon inspection, the cabin air filter may be found to be wet.
• 11020036Jun 3, 2025Electrical system. This service information provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in stock at the dealer, inspect and maintain the batteries periodically according to the repair procedure.
• 11020035Jun 3, 2025Electrical system. The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code. NOTE: A Warranty Code is required for warranty claim submission Battery Identification (Mazda batteries have 2 rating…
• 11019164May 29, 2025Other or unknown. Some vehicles may have recall notifications remain on the center display even after a recall is performed. NOTE: When the warranty claim for the recall campaign is accepted at Mazda Japan, the recall notification will be automatically deleted via the Connected Service on the next day or later. This situation occurs if the Connected Service subscription has been cancelled while the recall notifications remain.
• 11019179May 16, 2025Engine, Electrical system, Exterior lighting, Other or unknown. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control 3. MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle reception strength icon shows "X" or " ".
• 11019178May 16, 2025Other or unknown. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Mazda Connected Services.
• 11019177May 16, 2025Other or unknown. Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
• 11017699Apr 25, 2025Other or unknown. A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is caused by condensation, dust, and pollen within the cooling unit. This condition is usually worse during high humidity conditions. “Mazda Air Cooling Coil Coating” is available…
• 11017697Apr 16, 2025Other or unknown. There have been warranty claims submitted for growling or bearing whine noise in differentials, transfer units and transmissions where the source of the noise was a wheel bearing. This misdiagnosis can lead to multiple repair attempts, warranty debits, and additional inconvenience and/or cost to the customer. To reduce the chance of this occurring, please follow the steps outlined in the repair procedure.
• 11016237Mar 21, 2025Other or unknown, Engine. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• 11014991Feb 28, 2025Other or unknown, Electrical system. Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
• 11015005Feb 19, 2025Other or unknown. Some customers may experience a Connected Vehicle failure. The MyMazda App may display an Error Code. This document provides Error Code description and recovery information to assist with repairs.
• 11015003Feb 8, 2025Electrical system. Key Transmitter Power Saving Function: When the key transmitter Power Saving Function is turned ON, transmitter battery power consumption is restricted, thereby extending the transmitter battery life and the following will occur: The engine will not start unless the key transmitter is held over the Start Stop button. • Outside door handle lock/unlock touch sensor is inoperative. • Key transmitter indicator lights…
• 11015004Feb 4, 2025Other or unknown, Electrical system. The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code.
• 11013792Jan 27, 2025Steering. Before judging a steering wheel as having premature wear or a defect, first clean the steering wheel as explained in the repair information. Some vehicles may have steering wheel stains caused by chemicals such as hand lotions.
• 11013788Jan 22, 2025Engine, Other or unknown, Electrical system. Key Transmitter Power Saving Function: When the key transmitter Power Saving Function is turned ON, transmitter battery power consumption is restricted, thereby extending the transmitter battery life. NOTE: Some customers may complain about an engine no start. This may be caused by the customer inadvertently putting the key transmitter in Power Saving Function.
• 11012345Dec 6, 2024Electrical system, Other or unknown, Engine. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• 11011138Nov 15, 2024Other or unknown. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control 3. MAZDA CONNECT connected vehicle reception strength icon shows "X" or " ".
• 11011141Nov 8, 2024Other or unknown. Some customers may report concerns with interior upholstery surface stains particularly on high contact areas (e.g.: seats, steering wheel, door panels, shifter...etc.). This may be caused by skin oils or chemicals such as hand lotions.
• 11011140Nov 5, 2024Electrical system. When the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) replacement is necessary due to a failure, use MDARS to activate the new TCU after replacement. Use the information in this service alert to initialize the new TCU until the procedure on MGSS is updated.
• 11009639Oct 25, 2024Body and structure. Some vehicles may experience stains appearing on the hood, roof and/or trunk of the vehicle. This concern is most likely to be found in a cold weather areas just after the RAPGARD is removed at PDI. This may be caused by moisture which has been trapped and condensed between the paint and the RAPGARD. These types of stains can be removed with a heat gun or an infrared drier.
• 11009655Oct 9, 2024Electrical system. This service information provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in stock at the dealer, inspect and maintain the batteries periodically according to the repair procedure.
• 11009644Oct 5, 2024Brakes. Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging. If you encounter a customer complaint for any one of these symptoms, refer to the following information to understand why symptoms may occur, and to better assist the customer in resolving their specific brake concern.
• 11008568Sep 25, 2024Electrical system. Some customers may experience a “Telematics Malfunction” message in the instrument cluster with DTC U3000:00-TCU (Emergency call unit/telematics communication unit internal malfunction) or U3000:04-TCU (Telematics communication unit internal malfunction) stored in memory. This is caused by improper control software of the telematics communication unit (TCU). To eliminate this concern, the control software of the…
• 11008580Sep 24, 2024Electrical system. Mazda Connect Services - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• 11008574Sep 24, 2024Other or unknown, Electrical system. Some customers may experience a Connected Vehicle failure. The MyMazda App may display an Error Code. This document provides Error Code description and recovery information to assist with repairs.
• 11008578Sep 13, 2024Electrical system. When the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) replacement is necessary due to a failure, use MDARS to activate the new TCU after replacement. Use the information in this service alert to initialize the new TCU until the procedure on MGSS is updated.
• 11008572Sep 13, 2024Other or unknown, Electrical system. Alexa Built-In Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• 11008577Sep 12, 2024Other or unknown. Some customers may complain about scratches on the instrument cluster lens.
• 11008579Sep 11, 2024Electrical system. Mazda Connect Services - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• 11008573Sep 11, 2024Exterior lighting, Engine, Electrical system. Some customers may complain about any of the following: 1. Infotainment Center Display does not provide the Authorization Code (OTP) during the MyMazda App Connected Vehicle enrollment. 2. Remote function(s) inoperative. Engine Start / Stop Door Lock / Unlock Lights ON / OFF Climate Control
• 11008571Sep 11, 2024Other or unknown, Electrical system. Customers having MAZDA CONNECT concerns should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
• 11007029Aug 26, 2024Electrical system. For improvement of electrical diagnosis, the SKYACTIV® Wiring Terminal Test Kits has been delivered all the dealers. The terminal test kit enables you: To check pin fit drag of all PCM terminals used in SKYACTIV® vehicles and compare suspect terminal drag with a known good terminal. To measure the voltage/resistance avoiding any terminal damage.
• 11007009Aug 21, 2024Brakes. Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging. If you encounter a customer complaint for any one of these symptoms, refer to the following information to understand why symptoms may occur, and to better assist the customer in resolving their specific brake concern.
• 11007027Aug 15, 2024Steering. Before judging a steering wheel as having premature wear or a defect, first clean the steering wheel as explained in the repair information. Some vehicles may have steering wheel stains caused by chemicals such as hand lotions.
• 11007022Aug 15, 2024Body and structure. Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage such (melted, separating, etc.) when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection.
• 11007019Aug 15, 2024Other or unknown, Electrical system, Engine. If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by asking if any aftermarket devices have been installed. Aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical concern. Below are a few examples of unusual electrical concerns caused by aftermarket devices.

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