2004 Mazda RX-8 Mazda RX-8 2004

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2004 Mazda RX-8 repairs by problem area

Engine (58%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (2%)

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2004 Mazda RX-8 body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (71%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Mazda RX-8 4dr Coupe

238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD

32708 mi Replace center console lid. 
34097 mi Replace both rear tail lights due to condensation. Replace rear truck weatherstripping. 
7500 mi First Service. Fixed loose shift knob and asked about spitting backfire. They compression tested the car and found nothing. Reflashed to M. Peformed airbag recall and dynamic dampner recall 
120280 mi

C $400
Quarter panels rusting like crazy. 
70060 mi

C $200
Windshield cracked due to hidden rust along the frame at its bottom edge. Windshield replaced, rust ground down and patched over. 
74648 mi

C $40
DIY rust removal and repair around rear passenger side wheel arch. 
86800 mi

C $40
Tail light weathertight gasket replaced to stop condensation in the tail light. 
34000 mi Replace switch face plates on HVAC & stereo system due to cracking 
65500 mi

US $300
Passenger side dash cracked in H where airbag door deploys. Had to be replaced. Cosmetic. Mazda only replacement not repairable. 
56000 mi Exhaust manifold heat shield had come loose and cause low rattle and vibration in 2-3K rpm range under heavy load. Exhaust manifold was ordered and replaced under warranty Installed new exhaust manifold. 
39000 mi Rear windshield was leaking into the back seat. Left rear back seat and windshield replaced (price is approximate since it was not disclosed) 
70000 mi

US $10
Had condensation problem in taillight, fixed with replacement bulbs, hair dryer, and silicone sealant on the leaky gasket. 
48300 mi

US $120
Fan and temperature knobs broke. Both on same day! First problem I can recall for this car. 
26000 mi I had the right rear tailight module replaced due to condensation. 

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