2005 Mazda RX-8 vs 2005 Scion XA
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 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Scion XA |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 162 | 40 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 179 | 42 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,400 mi | 45,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda RX-8 | Scion XA |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 54 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 22 | 14 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 28 | 1 |
| Steering | 17 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 4 |
| Engine | 9 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 13 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
2005 Mazda RX-8
2005 Scion XA
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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.