2024–2025 Mazda MX-5: Electronic Stability Control (esc) recall
NHTSA campaign 25V336000 · 12K units potentially affected · filed May 22, 2025
What's wrong
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mazda MX-5 vehicles. The Traction Control System (TCS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) indicator light may fail to illuminate as intended due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Why it matters
An indicator light that does not illuminate may fail to warn the driver of a TCS or DSC system issue, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the DSC unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 7425E.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V336000
- Manufacturer no.
- 7425E
- Manufacturer
- Mazda North American Operations
- Component
- ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE; TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
- Units affected
- 12,244
- Report received
- May 22, 2025
- Owner letters
- Jul 18, 2025
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Mazda MX-5 2024, 2025