Mazda MX5 Recall R/2019/036: Models Fitted With Automatic Transmission May Unexpectedly Downshift, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 25 Feb 2019
- Launched
- 697
- vehicles in the UK
- AK006A
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mazda recalled MX5 vehicles built between 5 October 2016 and 22 November 2018. Automatic Transmission may unexpectedly downshift. The dealer will reprogram of the software contained within the Transmission Control Module. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Automatic Transmission may unexpectedly downshift.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: MODELS FITTED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY UNEXPECTEDLY DOWNSHIFT Defect: Automatic Transmission may unexpectedly downshift. Remedy: Reprogram of the software contained within the Transmission Control Module.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: models fitted with automatic transmission may unexpectedly downshift.
The Fix
The dealer will reprogram of the software contained within the Transmission Control Module. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
MX5 built between 5 October 2016 and 22 November 2018 may be included. Mazda estimates 697 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 campaign code AK006A or the DVSA reference R/2019/036. 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/2018/321 on 19 Nov 2018, for takata passenger air bag inflators may not operate as intended. The one launched after it was R/2019/148 on 21 May 2019, for the front windscreen wipers may become inoperable. You can also see every Mazda recall, the Mazda MX5 recall history and all recalls launched in 2019.
Source: DVSA recall R/2019/036, launched 25 February 2019. 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.