2004 Mazda RX-8 vs 2004 Subaru Impreza
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 2004 Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 489 | 96 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 201 | 199 |
| Investigations | 4 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 68,191 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda RX-8 | Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 154 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 106 | 5 |
| Steering | 80 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 50 | 14 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 21 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 33 | 1 |
| Suspension | 17 | 17 |
| Engine | 33 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 59 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 20 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 19 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 18 | 9 |
| Steering problems | 17 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 16 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 0 |
| Overheating | 8 | 0 |
2004 Mazda RX-8
2004 Subaru Impreza
Compare all Mazda RX-8 vs Subaru Impreza years →
Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.