Issue ID | 575309 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10147563 |
Manufacurer | MAZDA MOTOR CORP |
Brand | MAZDA |
Model | RX-8 |
Model Year | 2004 |
File date | 23/01/04 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | 2004 mazda rx 8 has many design defects, battery was replaced, spark plugs and oil filter was replaced 3 months after purchase. *ts 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. *jb |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | |
Number of Occurences | 7 |
Source of the issue | CONSUMER LETTER |
City and State | SPARTA, NJ |
VIN pattern | JM1FE17NX40XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | |
Was part original equipment? | |
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Date of purchase | 01/10/03 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Dealer's name | GRECCO MAZDA |
Dealer's telephone number | |
Dealer's city | ROCKAWAY |
Dealer's state code | NJ |
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