2006 Mazda MX-5 vs 2006 Pontiac Solstice
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 Pontiac Solstice |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 25 | 242 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 169 | 701 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–24 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 36,195 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda MX-5 | Pontiac Solstice |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 177 |
| Power Train | 3 | 28 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 28 |
| Seats | 1 | 8 |
| Structure | 6 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 4 |
| Engine | 0 | 7 |
| Suspension | 1 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 47 |
| Stalling | 0 | 13 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
2006 Mazda MX-5
2006 Pontiac Solstice
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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.