Mazda MX5 Recall R/2000/138: Drivers Floor Mat May Interfere With Throttle Pedal, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 7 Dec 2000
- Launched
- 167
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2000/138
- DVSA reference
Mazda recalled MX5 vehicles. The floor mat fitted in the driver's footwell may interfere with the throttle pedal and cause the throttle to stick open. The dealer will replace mat with modified type. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The floor mat fitted in the driver's footwell may interfere with the throttle pedal and cause the throttle to stick open. This may lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: DRIVERS FLOOR MAT MAY INTERFERE WITH THROTTLE PEDAL Defect: The floor mat fitted in the driver's footwell may interfere with the throttle pedal and cause the throttle to stick open. This may lead to loss of control of the vehicle. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace mat with modified type.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
The Fix
The dealer will replace mat with modified type.
Are You Affected?
MX5 may be included. Mazda estimates 167 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mazda, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mazda.
- Book with any franchised Mazda dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2000/138. See how to get a Mazda recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| MX5Fuel pipe concern | Urgent | R/2025/442 | |
| MX5Traction/Stability light may fail to illuminate | Urgent | R/2025/202 | |
| MX5Parking assist unit reprogramming | Low | R/2025/043 | |
| CX-3, CX-5, MAZDA2, MAZDA3 and 2 moreLow pressure fuel pump impeller might become deformed | Urgent | R/2021/435 | |
| MX5Undershield metal bracket may separate from vehicle | Low | R/2019/265 |
This is one of 103 Mazda recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mazda recall launched before it was R/1998/073 on 7 Sep 1998, for engine may stall whilst driving. The one launched after it was R/2001/028 on 5 Mar 2001, for timing belt breakage. You can also see every Mazda recall, the Mazda MX5 recall history and all recalls launched in 2000.
Source: DVSA recall R/2000/138, launched 7 December 2000. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.