Key fob battery failure, transponder chip degradation, immobilizer control unit failure (rare).
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Heritage:
Mazda's legacy of lightweight, driver-focused sports cars dating back to the Cosmo Sport and RX series.
Model Evolution
Nb Generation Introduction:
Introduced in 1998 as the second generation of the Miata, succeeding the NA (1989-1997).
Nb Facelift:
The 2001 model year represents the first major facelift (NB2) for the second generation, featuring updated styling, improved aerodynamics, and powertrain enhancements.
Immobilizer Introduction:
Immobilizer systems became increasingly standard on vehicles in the late 1990s and early 2000s for anti-theft purposes.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Hiroshima, Japan.
Production Period:
NB generation produced from 1998 to 2005.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Car And Driver 10Best:
Named to Car and Driver's '10Best' list multiple times throughout its first generation and recognized for its value and driving enjoyment.
Automotive Journalism Praise:
Consistently praised by automotive journalists for its pure driving experience and affordability.
Certifications
Emission Standards:
Compliant with 2001 US Federal Emission Standards.