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2004 Mazda RX-8 Engine And Engine Cooling Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	660916
Internal NHTSA #	10216281
Manufacurer	MAZDA MOTOR CORP
Brand	MAZDA
Model	RX-8
Model Year	2004
File date	28/01/08
Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	I am the original owner of a 2004 rx8. My engine floods regularly, i am afraid to valet my car due to this constant problem. My driver's side visor failed, i had to replace out of pocket, now the dealer is saying my car has low compression and suggest i trade it in as soon as possible. They do not want to replace my engine as i am over the warranty period. This is my first and last mazda.
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	20000
Number of Occurences	6
Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	WOODLAND HILLS, CA
VIN pattern	XXXXXX
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?
No. of injured persons	0
No. of fatalities	0
Date of purchase	01/08/04
Was original owner?	Y
Anti-lock brakes	Y
Cruise control	Y
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Transmission type	AUTO
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Dealer's name	GALPIN MAZDA
Dealer's telephone number
Dealer's city	VAN NUYS
Dealer's state code	CA
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2004 Mazda RX-8 Engine And Engine Cooling Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

2004 Mazda RX-8 Engine And Engine Cooling Problems, Complaints and Defects

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