Exterior Lighting Related Problems of the 2005 Mazda RX8

Table 1 shows three common exterior lighting related problems of the 2005 Mazda RX8. The number one most common problem is related to the headlights (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the tail light switch (one problem).

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of Mazda RX8


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of the 2005 Mazda RX8

The Headlights problem

Most models of the 2005 RX-8 are equipped with hid headlights. In order to prevent accidents, the headlights have a "cutoff" that prevent blinding oncoming drivers, which I understand is required by law.   Read details...

The Tail Light Switch problem

Water leaks into the rear tail light assemblies. Corrosion affects the operation of the tail lights, turn and stop signals. Mazdausa claims this is "normal".   Read details...

The Exterior Lighting problem

I'm going in today for the third time because my ac continues to make a noise when the fan is blowing. I cant even begin to list all of the problems I've had with this car. Just to name a few I'm on my second engine, new brakes, battery and tires before 40k miles and I was told by three different   Read details...


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