2016 Mazda MX-5 vs 2016 smart Fortwo
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Mazda MX-5 | 2016 smart Fortwo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 21 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 521 | 57 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30 | 34–35 |
| Median reported mileage | 24,925 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda MX-5 | smart Fortwo |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 7 |
| Structure | 4 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 4 |
2016 Mazda MX-5
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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.