2004 Mazda RX-8 fuel system, gasoline problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel system, gasoline on the 2004 Mazda RX-8 — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2004 Mazda RX-8. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he noticed a strong gasoline odor originating from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed…”
filed Dec 23, 2022
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mazda rx8. The contact was driving approximately 10 mph and smelled gasoline fuel coming from the vehicle. The contact also stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician advised the…”
filed Dec 3, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Heat from the engine and the exhaust may cause the main fuel pump pipe to crackCampaign 17V354000 · Jun 1, 2017
- Affected vehicles have fuel pump sealing rings that may deteriorate due to exposure to…Campaign 16V793000 · Oct 31, 2016
Fuel System, Gasoline problems in other RX-8 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 RX-8 | 1 | 3% |
| 2006 RX-8 | 2 | 3% |
| 2005 RX-8 | 3 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 Mazda RX-8
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.