Do rx8 Mazdas have problems

Answer 1

I own a 2004 Mazda RX-8. I have had a multitude of problems ranging from an engine failure to my transmission failing, my clutch even failed at 1500 miles. I have had the clutch pedal replace 2 times because the weld that holds the 2 parts together has failed. The engine seems to be the biggest issue though, andeven though there is a 100,000 mile warranty on it, it takes around 3 weeks to get it fixed under warranty because the engine has to come from Japan. Also, since I was not 25 when I had the engines replaced I had one hell of a time getting a rental vehicle while my car spent over 1 month in the shop. So yes they do have problems. Mazda also, has not been the most helpful with these issues and has tried avoiding fixing these issues every time I have taken the car in. I now have 65,000 miles on mine and am looking forward to selling it. I am sure there are people out there who have had luck, but I have 2 other friends that have them and they have had the same issues with the car and with Mazda. In the 4 years I have owned the car it has spent over 4 months in the shop, which is completely unacceptable. I love driving the car and it is fun and fast, but I will never buy another Mazda, I don't care if they have the highest rated car on the market.