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1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata Reliability Rating
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Rating
Comments
Engine
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Spark Plug Wires and the Engine Crankshaft. Failure of the Engine Crankshaft will prevent the vehicle from starting.The cost to repair the Spark Plug Wires is estimated at $61.55 for parts and $32.50 for labor.The cost to repair the Engine Crankshaft is estimated at $2,150.00 for parts and $1,040.00 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
This vehicle was originally charged with R-12 refrigerant which is no longer being manufactured. Conversion to the new R-134A refrigerant may be possible; however, Mazda has not released any information on retrofitting at this time. The refrigerant is still available, but it is very expensive ($25.00-$50.00 per pound, 2-5 pounds per vehicle). All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
When considering this vehicle for purchase, be sure to check the following:
Engine Crankshaft
Spark Plug Wires
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