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1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 19% of complaints. After that come seat belts (19%) and transmission (16%).

At a glance

Complaints
32 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 19% of complaints
Fuel economy
23 to 24 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 19% of complaints. After that come seat belts (19%) and transmission (16%).

  • Air bags 19%
  • Seat belts 19%
  • Transmission 16%
  • Engine 13%
  • Brakes 9%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata. Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 24 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 22 city / 28 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

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