One problem related to ball joint has been reported for the 2004 Mazda RX8. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Mazda Rx8. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number:05v325000 (suspension ) and stated that the local authorized dealer inspected the vehicle and determined that the remedy was not required to be repaired. The contact indicated that while traveling approximately 35 mph to make a right turn, the ball joints seperated and fractured. The contact heard a loud noice and was able to pull the vehicle over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The contact called the authorized dealer who towed the vehicle to the dealership for further inspection, diagnosis and approval from the manufacturer before repairing the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 66,000. Dyd.