Mazda RX-8 - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Mazda RX-8

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Mazda RX-8, for which Mazda has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Mazda RX-8. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Mazda RX-8 have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest RX-8’s Issues in the EU

All RX-8´s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

Check the vehicle’s history

Latest RX-8’s Issues in the UK

MAZDA RX-8 (2008 – 2010) – FUEL MAY LEAK
on 13/12/2021
MAZDA RX-8 (08/04/2008 – 01/07/2010) RECALL: Problem description: Fuel may leak from fuel pump rings.
MAZDA RX-8 (2003 – 2010) – THE TAKATA PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY NOT OPERATE AS INTENDED
on 19/11/2018
MAZDA RX-8 (28/07/2003 – 01/07/2010) RECALL: Passenger airbag inflators may not operate as intended.
MAZDA RX-8 – FUEL MAY LEAK
on 03/08/2018
MAZDA RX-8 ( 28/07/2003 – 08/02/2008) DEFECT: On the subject vehicles the resin fuel pump rings located on the top surface of the fuel tank may […]