MAZDA MX-5 (2018) recall — Power Train
Mazda recalls 2016-2019 MX-5 vehicles with automatic transmissions due to potential sudden downshifts causing loss of vehicle control. Owners must have TCM reprogrammed by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the vehicle abruptly downshifts, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Mazda is recalling certain 2016-2019 MX-5 (Miata) vehicles with automatic transmissions. The issue can cause the car to abruptly downshift, potentially leading to loss of control and crashes. Affected owners should contact Mazda for a free software update. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225201-mazda-2018-mx-5-power-train-recall-risk-of-sudden.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225201-mazda-2018-mx-5-power-train-recall-risk-of-sudden · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V072000
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“Mazda 2018 MX-5 Power Train Recall: Risk of Sudden Downshifts.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225201-mazda-2018-mx-5-power-train-recall-risk-of-sudden. Based on NHTSA recall #19V072000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V072000).
Why it’s dangerous
The Transmission Control Module (TCM) has incorrect programming that can cause the vehicle to unexpectedly downshift and abruptly decelerate. This may lead to loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2016-2019 Mazda MX-5 (Miata) vehicles with automatic transmissions are affected. Drivers of these vehicles are most at risk during sudden downshifts.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2016-2019 Mazda MX-5 (Miata) has an automatic transmission. The recall covers vehicles with the specific TCM programming issue.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Mazda Customer Service
Call 1-800-222-5500, option 4 to get the free TCM software update.
Have TCM Reprogrammed
Dealers will reprogram the Transmission Control Module with corrected software at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
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.
Questions people ask
Why is my Mazda MX-5 being recalled?
Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) that can cause sudden downshifts and loss of vehicle control.
How do I know if my car is affected?
Your 2016-2019 Mazda MX-5 (Miata) with automatic transmission may be affected if it has the specific TCM programming issue.
Is there a deadline to fix this?
The recall began March 14, 2019, but there is no specific deadline for the software update.
Contact Mazda
We’ve drafted a message you can send Mazda to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 19V072000 — Mazda Mazda Hello, I own a Mazda that is covered by recall 19V072000 from Mazda. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V072000 (January 2, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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