general problems of the 2004 Mazda RX8

Five problems related to structure have been reported for the 2004 Mazda RX8. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Structure problem

Failure Date: 03/20/2010

The clutch pedal on my Mazda RX-8 2004 model is making a strange noise everytime I step on it. The clutch doesn't feel like its working right, and myt break snap anytime soon just like what already happend to lots of RX-8's.

2 Structure problem

Failure Date: 01/06/2006

: the contact stated while driving in normal conditions and no particular speed, the engine vibrates. The vehicle was taken to the local dealership for inspection. The dealer discovered two motor mounts were broken. The repair parts are on back order and no repairs were made.

3 Structure problem

Failure Date: 08/21/2004

While driving my 2004 RX-8 6speed my clutch pedal broke. The actual welding broke along the inside of the car underneath the dash. It is not the clutch itself, but the actual pedal assembly. It was while I was driving and seems to be a pretty serious safety issue. I have googled this issue a bit and found a lot of other people with this exact same problem thanks.

4 Structure problem

Failure Date: 08/15/2004

My clutch pedal bracket broke from my 2004 Mazda RX-8 at 62k miles.

5 Structure problem

Failure Date: 01/23/2004

2004 Mazda RX 8 has many design defects, battery was replaced, spark plugs and oil filter was replaced 3 months after purchase. The started was replaced. The vehicle was stalling in traffic and was taking multiple times to try to restart the vehicle. After numerous times of the vehicle being towed, the dealership decided to replace the entire engine. After the replacement of the engine, the engine light illuminated and the vehicle was still not starting smoothly. The dash lights were blinking on and off and the heat was not working. The catalytic converter, 02 sensor, and a/c amplifier. The heater control switch was replaced. The sun visor was replaced.


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