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2006 Mazda RX-8

The 2006 Mazda RX-8 has 74 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (23%) concerns air bags. After that come drivetrain & axles (14%) and wipers, windshield & visibility (12%).

At a glance

Complaints
74 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 23% of complaints
Recalls
5
Fuel economy
18 to 19 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

The 2006 Mazda RX-8 has 74 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (23%) concerns air bags. After that come drivetrain & axles (14%) and wipers, windshield & visibility (12%).

  • Air bags 23%
  • Drivetrain & axles 14%
  • Wipers, windshield & visibility 12%
  • Fuel system 11%
  • Engine 9%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2006 Mazda RX-8

Recalls

The 2006 Mazda RX-8 is affected by 5 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 5 recall campaigns for the 2006 Mazda RX-8

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2006 Mazda RX-8. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 19 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 16 city / 23 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the RX-8