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Mazda RX-8 repairs by problem area

Engine (52%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (1%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 443 repairs.
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Mazda RX-8 other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (75%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Mazda RX-8 4dr Coupe

232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD

47000 mi

US $56
Power window motor replaced (2 teeth in motor's gear were broken) - Total cost $56 

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2007 Mazda RX-8 4dr Coupe

232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD

25978 mi

C $100
Four wheel alignment. Trunk/Liftgate antenna low frequency-warranty 

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2006 Mazda RX-8 4dr Coupe

238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD

21700 mi replaced window channel for not staying in position 
51460 mi

C $56
The factory vinyl shifter cover/boot was cracked and needed to be replaced. Replaced with custom leather boot from Redline Goods. 
28000 mi Allow wheels corroded from the centre out. Replaced under warranty 

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2005 Mazda RX-8 4dr Coupe

238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD

20000 mi Interior trim breakage. Center console lid broken (glider for sliding cover broken off) and dust shield for e-brake lever broke off in cold weather. Dust cover has known TSB. 
20000 mi Moisture in rear-combination light, right side only. Repaired under warranty. 
42160 mi Oil cooler hose recall repair > shortly after driver noticed inside the fender well > driver side > two retaining clips had worked loose. This would have occurred during the before mentioned recall work as that is the area worked on. 

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2004 Mazda RX-8 4dr Coupe

238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD

65000 mi

US $500
Replace broken sunvisor. Repair water in tail lights. 
43000 mi passenger side visor broke (split in 2) and had to be replaced. Also i had them add a breather as my dipstick woul 
85500 mi

US $250
Driver-side power window register replacement 

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Mazda RX-8 Other Problems

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