Mazda MX5 Recall R/2025/202: traction/Stability Light May Fail To Illuminate, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 1 Sep 2025
- Launched
- 1,914
- vehicles in the UK
- AS011A
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mazda recalled MX5 vehicles built between 28 November 2023 and 24 February 2025. The Traction Control System (TCS)/Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) indicator light may not illuminate when abnormal yaw rate characteristics are detected due to a software diagnostic programming error. The dealer will replace the DSC Hydraulic Unit/Control Module (HU/CM) with a modified part that includes improved software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The Traction Control System (TCS)/Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) indicator light may not illuminate when abnormal yaw rate characteristics are detected due to a software diagnostic programming error. This issue does not affect vehicle drivability or braking performance.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: MX-5 Traction/Stability Light May Fail to Illuminate Defect: On affected vehicles the Traction Control System (TCS)/Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) indicator light may not illuminate when abnormal yaw rate characteristics are detected due to a software diagnostic programming error. This issue does not affect vehicle drivability or braking performance. Remedy: Replace the DSC Hydraulic Unit/Control Module (HU/CM) with a modified part that includes improved software.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: traction/Stability light may fail to illuminate.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the DSC Hydraulic Unit/Control Module (HU/CM) with a modified part that includes improved software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
MX5 built between 28 November 2023 and 24 February 2025 may be included. Mazda estimates 1,914 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.
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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 AS011A or the DVSA reference R/2025/202. 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 | |
| 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 | |
| MX5Models fitted with automatic transmission may unexpectedly downshift | Low | R/2019/036 |
This is one of 103 Mazda recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mazda recall launched before it was R/2025/043 on 28 Feb 2025, for parking assist unit reprogramming. The one launched after it was R/2025/316 on 1 Oct 2025, for combination meter reprogramming. You can also see every Mazda recall, the Mazda MX5 recall history, all recalls launched in 2025 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2025/202, launched 1 September 2025. 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.