NHTSA Recall 92V159000: Unknown or other
MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 109,305 vehicles. It affects 1990–1993 Mazda Miata.
| NHTSA campaign | 92V159000 |
|---|---|
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Report received | November 3, 1992 |
| Owner notification | January 29, 1993 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
A hardtop hoist accessory kit was sold to customers who have the miata with a hardtop. The plastic buckles used to adjust strap tension can break after the hardtop has been suspended by the hoist.
Safety risk
The buckles on the hardtop hoist can break and result inthe hardtop falling from the hoist, causing personal injury to anyone standingbeneath or near the hardtop when it falls.
Remedy
Mazda will replace all hoists without charge.
Notes
System: equipment.vehicle description: hardtop convertible passenger cars.note: 3000 hardtop hoist accessory kits, built between june 1989 andjuly 1992, are involved in this recall campaign. However, it is necessary tonotify all miata owners to locate these defective units.
Vehicles covered by recall 92V159000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.