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Service bulletins for the 2016 Mazda MX-5

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

522 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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MTI_10312021-01-29. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE. Some customers may complain about a blurry rear view monitor display. This may be caused by an aftermarket accessory device.
MTI_11112021-01-29. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. When installing a navigation SD card, confirm that the card is unlocked. Also, Mazda Does Not Recommend swapping navigation system SD cards from one vehicle to another for testing. If swapped, the SD card that is installed into the other vehicle becomes “linked” to the VIN of that vehicle.
MTI_10342021-01-29. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; EQUIPMENT. This article provides HVAC heater/defroster operating tips using Mode selector dial. This includes the use of intermediate positions.
SA2782021-01-28. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. After Pandora V7.0 was released on March 7th, the following problems have been found on vehicle with MAZDA CONNECT. Navigation voice guidance will skip and cut out losing many words.Pandora will suddenly disconnect and MAZDA CONNECT will revert to the previously used source. If you encounter a vehicle with these issues, DO NOT attempt any repairs on the vehicle. There is nothing wrong with the vehicle. This is an issue with the Pandora APP. Have the customer contact Pandora at pandora-support@pandora.com. NOTE: If the Pandora APP works on the customer's phone, they can stream Pandora using Bluetooth.
15-001-16-31262021-01-28. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. Some vehicles may experience one of the following 2 symptoms, even though the windshield is clear. Under certain driving conditions, the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) may detect a dirty windshield (not clear). NOTE FOR CUSTOMER: The FSC may not work properly under the conditions: The windshield is not clear. The FSC lens is not clear. Driving in heavy rain, dense fog or snow, or into the sun. Driving on a road with no or blurred road lane markings. When the windshield becomes foggy in the winter time or other cold weather conditions and LDWS/HBC warning lights turn on, drive with the defroster on for about 10 minutes. This will help clear the foggy windshield at the FSC.
09-021-16-31832021-01-28. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. 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. This is caused by the J-hook binding holding the inner cloth coming loose during the opening/closing of the convertible top, from vibration during driving or from high ambient temperatures. To correct the problem, two top-protector clips have been additionally installed to both side edges of the J-hook to prevent the J-hook from loosening and separating.
09-019-16-31752021-01-28. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; EQUIPMENT. Some vehicles operating in places with high ambient temperatures may exhibit the console mat warping at the center part (A), causing a poor appearance. The console mat is fixed at both ends and warpage of the center part is caused by heat influence. To prevent the console mat from warping, double-sided adhesive tape (A) has been added between the console mat (B) and the console panel (C).
09-018-16-31762021-01-28. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Some vehicles may exhibit scratches (A) on the rear of the seat back bar garnish (B) from contact with the convertible top (C). Due to assembly variations, the clearance between the seat back bar garnish and the convertible top is too small on some vehicles.
09-016-16-31582021-01-28. Service bulletin. SEATS. At PDI or when new vehicle is delivered, some customers may complain about wrinkles on the leather seat cushion and/or seat back surface.Customers having this concern should have their vehicle repaired by a qualified upholstery repair specialist using the following repair procedure.
02-009-16-31552021-01-28. Service bulletin. STEERING. Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3" even when driving straight on a flat road.
SA3272021-01-25. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS. TAKATA recalls for Air bag
MTI_11382021-01-25. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY. Multi-Model - Clutch Slippage or Smell after Clutch Disc Replacement
MTI_11372021-01-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Mulri-Model (Equipped with Mazda connect) - DTC U0323/U0423/U3000 Cannot be deleted (Update)
09-054-162021-01-25. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:CEILING. Convertible top tension band(s) detached from header panel and hanging down
05-007-162021-01-25. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT. Unusual noise from manual transmission when when driving in 2nd and or 3rd gear.
SA2392021-01-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Keyless entry inoperative or vehicle does not start
08-001-172021-01-25. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS. Some customer may complain that the seat belt comes out of the seat belt gudde when the seat belt retracts as shown because the shape of the seat belt guide is inadequate.
01-001-172021-01-25. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some vehicles may experience the CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OIN with DTC P2610 and P2507 stored in memory after engine start and room fuse 15A removed * P2610 Instrument cluster internal engine off timer performance problem * P2507 PCM battery voltage low input.
SA-004-20c2021-01-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. In order to ensure key code security, MNAO has restricted key code access for the new auxiliary key. This Service Alert provides information on how to obtain the 10-digit key code needed for cutting a new auxiliary key blank if all auxiliary keys are lost.
MT-006-202020-12-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some customers may complain about the following MAZDA CONNECT™ Temperature Warning message: • Display is too Hot. Screen performance may be decreased until it cools. The warning message displays when the MAZDA CONNECT™ screen temperature is above 176 degrees Fahrenheit (80 degrees Celsius).
MT-005-202020-12-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Some customers may complain about high engine oil consumption. Before attempting any repairs, verify the complaint by using the guideline below to determine if an engine repair is necessary: Engine Oil Consumption Inspection Guideline 1. Record the vehicle mileage. 2. Engine at normal operating temperature, top off engine oil level to the full mark on the dipstick. 3. Ask the customer to return to the dealer after 1200 miles to recheck the engine oil level. 4. After 1200 miles, engine at normal operating temperature, check the engine oil level on the dipstick. 5. Is the engine oil level above the low mark on the dipstick? • Yes - No repair is necessary. • No - Proceed to MGSS online or Workshop Manual (section 01-03 NO. 16 HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION/LEAKAGE).
09-036-20-37562020-12-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Some vehicles may exhibit a Connectivity Master Unit (CMU), a BLUETOOTH® hands-free unit or text messaging related concerns. To improve the handling of BLUETOOTH® hands-free and/or text messaging customer concerns, Mazda created a special service and parts exchange program as of February 2010.
SA-071-202020-11-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Currently, the instructions on MGSS recommend the use of Loctite 962T or equivalent when installing a SKYACTIV cylinder head, but it is no longer available. The following 3 adhesives are alternatives available as an equivalent to Loctite 962T: Loctite 272, Loctite 518 Threebond TB-1386H
SA-070-202020-11-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. APPLE CARPLAY / ANDROID AUTO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ): NOTE: The following vehicles are not equipped with Apple CarPlay / Android Auto, but it can be activated using MDARS. See Activation instructions on MGSS - Infotainment - MAZDA CONNECT Updates - Apple Carplay / Android Auto MDARS Activation Instructions
SA-069-202020-11-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. ACCESSORY INSTRUCTIONS LOCATION: Accessory instructions can be found in the Accessory eCatalog. https://ecatalog.mazdausa.com

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.