2006 Mazda mx-5
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Mazda mx-5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.
2006 Mazda mx-5 at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2006 Mazda mx-5 recalls 1
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BOLT ATTACHING THE HORN ASSEMBLY TO THE STEERING WHEEL HUB MAY FAIL DURING A DRIVER SIDE FRONT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT IN EXTREMELY LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER-SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 28, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 800-222-5500.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2006 Mazda mx-5 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2006 Mazda mx-5 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2006 Mazda mx-5 trims & engines on record
2006 Mazda mx-5 vehicles on record
Other Mazda mx-5 model years
2006 Mazda mx-5 — frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Mazda mx-5 have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2006 Mazda mx-5. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What gas mileage does the 2006 Mazda mx-5 get?
The 2006 Mazda mx-5 has U.S. EPA estimates of 23–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.