2005 Mazda RX-8 vs 2005 Scion TC
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Scion TC |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 162 | 155 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 179 | 83 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 22–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 63,400 mi | 52,450 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda RX-8 | Scion TC |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 54 | 8 |
| Visibility | 3 | 47 |
| Air Bags | 22 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 28 | 5 |
| Structure | 2 | 31 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 8 |
| Steering | 17 | 1 |
| Engine | 9 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 13 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 9 |
2005 Mazda RX-8
2005 Scion TC
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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.