2006 Mazda RX-8 vs 2007 Mazda RX-8
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 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 60 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 173 | 194 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 59,250 mi | 72,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda RX-8 | Mazda RX-8 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 17 | 16 |
| Power Train | 13 | 9 |
| Structure | 5 | 6 |
| Visibility | 9 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 4 |
| Steering | 6 | 4 |
| Engine | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 |
2006 Mazda RX-8
2007 Mazda RX-8
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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.