2006 Mazda MX-5 vs 2006 Nissan 350Z
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Mazda MX-5 | 2006 Nissan 350Z |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 25 | 53 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 169 | 65 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–24 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 27,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda MX-5 | Nissan 350Z |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 14 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 14 |
| Wheels | 0 | 14 |
| Power Train | 3 | 6 |
| Structure | 6 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 0 | 11 |
2006 Mazda MX-5
2006 Nissan 350Z
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.